USL PRO Finalists Announce Pro Team Tryout in Fort Wayne, IN
November 11, 2014 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Penn FC News Release
Harrisburg, PA-The Islanders are excited to announce an additional Pro Team tryout to their winter tryout series in Fort Wayne, Indiana scheduled for January 7 and 8. The tryout is open to all experienced soccer players who compete collegiately, professionally, or internationally.
The Plex will serve as the Harrisburg City Islanders official 2015 Midwest professional combine site. The Tryout will take place at "The Plex South" (5702 Engle Road) in Fort Wayne, IN on Wednesday, January 7 from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. and Thursday, January 8 from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. All tryout participants should plan to arrive early on both days for registration.
The City Islanders are coming off of a successful 2014 campaign where they finished as finalists in the 2014 USL PRO Championship, losing to Sacramento Republic FC (2-0). With a record of 14-12-7 and competing with one of the youngest teams in the league, with an average age of 22 years old, the City Islanders entered the 2014 USL PRO playoffs as a number 8 seed. They then went on to defeat regular season champions, Orlando City in the quarter-finals of the USL PRO playoffs and moved on to defeat number four seed, Richmond Kickers, to move on to the championship match in Sacramento.
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.
Head Coach, Bill Becher, who began his professional career with the Fort Wayne Flames believes the area has much untapped talent to offer the club. "Open tryouts are always an important tool for us," Becher said. "Islander Players Yann Ekra and Morgan Langley, who both started in last years USL PRO final were chosen from open tryouts."
Home of United States National Team phenom Damarcus Beasley, the facilities of The Plex have evolved into one of the largest and most comprehensive indoor sports, recreation and event sites in the Midwest. The Islanders hope to tap into their market for exceptional talent, giving their kids the opportunity to play soccer at a professional level and our club the opportunity to build upon last season's successes.
"The Plex South is proud to host the USL Pro Team Tryouts for the Harrisburg City Islanders and thank the USL for recognizing the extraordinary level of soccer talent in this area. We believe these tryouts will yield great results." Said Bobby Poursanidis, General Partner of Indoor Sports Enterprises.
Due to retirement and player movement there are MANY open spots in ALL positions available on the 2014 USL PRO Finalist team's roster.
Interested players can apply and register online HERE. The tryout is limited to 80 participants; therefore, all interested applicants are urged to apply no later than December 12th. There is a registration fee of $125 for all applicants that register by December 12th. Late applicants will only be reviewed upon availability. Late registration fee will be of $150.
All Plex Hotel information can be found at www.plexsports.com . For more information contact Coordinator: Dawn Potter at 260-515-7003 or dawnp@plexsports.com .
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 at www.cityislanders.com.
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