Our most competitive progam — for players 11U-19U

Select Program

A professional coach will run each Select team and all trainings with the help of qualified assistants. Select teams will train 3 times per week, play 1-2 games most weekends, and will play in at least one tournament each season.


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Who is it for?

Select is the most competitive level of club soccer in the state for players 11U-19U. To be considered for the team, players must try out; not all players are offered bids. The players who are selected will be challenged to compete at their maximum potential.



2024-2025 Season: Tryout Schedule

Tryouts will be held at our Water Works Field, 5171 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321. 

Age Group Birth Year Session 1 Session 2
Date Time Date Time
11U Boys 2014 Wed, Jun 5 5:30-7:30pm Tues, June 11 5:30-7:30pm
11U Girls 2014 Mon, Jun 3 5:30-7:30pm Mon, Jun 10 5:30-7:30pm
12U Boys 2013 Wed, Jun 5 5:30-7:30pm Tues, June 11 5:30-7:30pm
12U Girls 2013 Mon, Jun 3 5:30-7:30pm Mon, Jun 10 5:30-7:30pm
13U Boys 2012 Thu, Jun 6 5:30-7:30pm Wed, Jun 12 5:30-7:30pm
13U-15U Girls 2012-2010 Tue, Jun 4 5:30-7:30pm Mon, Jun 10 7:15-9:15pm
14U Boys 2011 Thu, Jun 6 5:30-7:30pm Wed, Jun 12 5:30-7:30pm
15U Boys 2010 Wed, Jun 5 7:15-9:15pm Tue, Jun 11 7:15-9:15pm
16U Boys 2009 Wed, Jun 5 7:15-9:15pm Tue, Jun 11 7:15-9:15pm
16U-19U Girls 2009-2006 Mon, Jun 3 7:15-9:15pm Wed, Jun 12 7:15-9:15pm
17U Boys 2008 Thu, Jun 6 7:15-9:15pm Fri, Jun 14 5:30-7:30pm
18U-19U Boys 2007-2006 Tue, Jun 4 7:15-9:15pm Fri, Jun 14 7:15-9:15pm

Makeup Dates By Appointment Only:

  • Mon, Jun 17
  • Tue, Jun 18

Contact Select Director Tyger Nieters to schedule a makeup tryout appointment.

Informational Meetings at Tryouts

Parents: Informational meetings will be held on the first day of tryouts for your player’s age group. These are for both you and your player to learn more about the Select program. 


Please visit the Iowa Soccer Association "Tryout Tips for Parents" document for information on tryout and recruiting policies, as well as timelines.

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Required Equipment

Each tryout participant should bring:

  • Soccer ball
  • Shin guards worn under socks
  • Cleats
  • Water bottle

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Notes:

  • You must attend at least one tryout time, but it is recommended that you attend both for your group.
  • If you have questions about registration, contact membership@desmoinessoccerclub.org.

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How to register for tryouts: 

Registration is available via Playmetrics. Login/create your Playmetrics account. Tryout registration will be available if your player’s birth year is eligible.


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My player has been selected — now what?

Registration Fees*:

  • High School-only — $525
  • 8th Grade & younger (year-round) — $1050
  • Payment plans are available.


*For 2023/2024 season.


Uniform and Required Gear

DMSC will be entering a new two year uniform cycle starting Fall 2024/Spring 2025, so each Select player will need to purchase a new uniform.

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For Select players, the club will reach out to you directly with a link to purchase your uniform. Please order right away to make sure you have your uniform in time.

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Equipment:

  • Shin guards
  • Soccer Cleats
  • Size 4 soccer ball (U11-12)
  • Size 5 soccer ball (U13+)


Important Dates

Teams will be formed for the entire club year — both Fall and Spring seasons.


Early July — Your coach will contact you

Early August — Practices start

Late August/Early Sept (Fall) — Games start

Late Mar/Early April (Spring) — Games start


For more information, contact Tyger Nieters, Technical Director at td@desmoinessoccerclub.org.

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