Harrisburg City Islanders Announce Pro Team Tryout for December 17 & 18
December 3, 2015 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Penn FC News Release
Harrisburg, PA - The Harrisburg City Islanders are pleased to announce their professional team tryout scheduled for December 17 and 18. The tryout is open to all experienced soccer players who compete collegiately, professionally, or internationally.
The tryout will take place at "In the Net Sports Complex" in Palmyra, Pennsylvania on Thursday, December 17 from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. as well as Friday, December 18 from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. Times subject to change. All tryout participants should plan to arrive early on both days for registration.
The City Islanders are coming off of the 2015 USL season having finished in eighth place in the USL Eastern Conference standings with a record of 11-11-6. Prior to the 2015 season, the Islanders advanced to the USL finals in 2014 and have made the playoffs nine times in their 12 seasons with the United Soccer League.
The Islanders' current goal is to scout players, and those who stand out will be selected to participate in a trial with the pro team and possibly offered professional contracts.
Interested players can apply and register online HERE or directly below. The tryout is limited to 80 participants; therefore, all interested applicants are urged to apply no later than Wednesday, December 16. There is a registration fee of $100 for all applicants that register by December 7. Late applicants will only be reviewed upon availability. Late registration fee will be $125.
"Open tryouts have always been a great way for us to identify players." Islanders Head Coach, Bill Becher said. "Most recently Danny DiPrima and Jason Plumhoff, this year's rookie leading scorer, were discovered and made an immediate impact on the 2015 squad."
All student-athletes must confirm eligibility to participate with their respective college, university, or the NCAA.
The City Islanders professional tryout delivers elite competition and many in the history of the franchise have reached Major League Soccer status. Since 2009, the City Islanders have sent an average of two players per season into the MLS.
If you or someone you know is interested in trying out or has any questions, please contact our office at 717-441-GOAL (4625) or visit our website.
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