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.
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.
Updated 4/14/25
2025-2026 Season: Tryout Schedule
Tryouts will be held at our Water Works Field, 5171 Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321.
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.
Required Equipment
Each tryout participant should bring:
- Soccer ball
- Shin guards worn under socks
- Cleats
- Water bottle
Notes:
- You must attend at least one tryout time, but it is recommended that you attend both tryout times for your group.
- If you have questions about registration, contact membership@desmoinessoccerclub.org.
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.
2025 Bid Dates:
Players who are offered a bid will receive an email invitation to accept their bid with the club.
- 11U-14U: June 11, 8am-8pm
- 15U-19U: June 18, 8am-8pm
My player has been selected — now what?
Registration Fees*:
- High School only (Fall 2025 season) — $600
- 8th Grade & younger (year-round/Fall 2025 & Spring 2026 season) — $1150
- Payment plans are available.
*For 2025/2026 season.
Uniform and Required Gear
If you played with DMSC in our Select Program in Fall 2024/Spring 2025 and have already purchased a uniform during that season cycle you may use that uniform again for Fall 2025/Spring 2026.
For new DMSC Select players who have not purchased a uniform, the club will reach out to you directly with a link to order your uniform. Please order right away to make sure you have your uniform in time.
Equipment:
- Shin guards
- Soccer Cleats
- Size 4 soccer ball (11U-12U)
- Size 5 soccer ball (13U+)
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 Matt Lamale, Academy & Select Director at academy@desmoinessoccerclub.org
