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IN-SEASON (SEPT – MARCH) APPLICATIONS

At WIA, we respect and support every player’s right to choose the environment that best fits their development.

Player movement during the season can impact clubs, teams, and the league. We are committed to working collaboratively with all district clubs to ensure decisions are made responsibly and in the best interest of the player.

If a space becomes available within our program mid-season and the transfer does not negatively affect another team, WIA will work with the player to facilitate the transition.

However, we encourage stability within the season and aim to minimize mid-season movement whenever possible.

  • 2026/2027 Season: Players born 2014 - 2017

    Players apply to the program based on their birth year.

    Acceptance into the program is based on:

    • Available space

    • Developmental readiness

    • Fit within the training environment

    Players are accepted into the program, not selected for a specific team or division.

    Player placement is at the discretion of the Technical Director and coaching staff.

  • 2026/2027 Season: Players born 2010 - 2013

    Players interested in joining the Competitive Program must complete an application and attend ID Camps to be evaluated for the program.

    These sessions allow players to:

    • Experience the WIA environment

    • Train with our coaches

    • Be assessed within a game and training context

    After the assessment, we'll communicate your placement status and next steps.

    Due to limited roster space, not all applicants may be offered placement within the program.

  • 2026/2027 Season: players born 2009 and older

    Players applying to WIA Next are assessed based on:

    • Competitive level

    • Training commitment

    • Long-term goals

    • Readiness for a high-performance environment

    Placement within the program structure is determined by the Technical Director and technical staff.

Age Group Session Date Session Time Session Location
GIRLS AND BOYS
U10–U12
(2015–2017)		 OPEN REGISTRATION
NO TRYOUTS/TEAM PLACEMENT		 COMPLETE AN APPLICATION
ADMISSION BASED ON AVAILABLE SPACE		 IN ACCORDANCE WITH CANADA SOCCER GRASSROOTS STANDARDS
GIRLS AND BOYS
U14 - U19		 TO ARRANGE
A PLAYER ASSESSMENT		 PLEASE COMPLETE
AN APPLICATION
COMPLETE AN APPLICATION HERE

Application Process & Player Placement

  • Our Philosophy

    At WIA, player placement is guided by long-term development, not short-term results.

    Every player develops at their own pace. Our responsibility is to place players in environments where they can be appropriately challenged, supported, and given the best opportunity to grow both on and off the field.

    Players apply to a program based on their birth year, not to a specific team, division, or level of play.

  • Selection Criteria

    Our staff considers a range of factors when evaluating players, including:

    • Commitment and attendance
    • Coachability and attitude
    • Focus and engagement
    • Decision-making and creativity
    • Motivation and willingness to learn
    • Technical ability
    • Physical readiness

    We are looking for players who are ready to learn, work consistently, contribute positively to the environment, and trust the development process.

  • Player Placement

    All placement decisions are made by the Technical Director and coaching staff based on each player’s individual needs, readiness, and stage of development.

    Placement considers a combination of factors, including technical ability, game understanding, decision-making, physical development, learning environment, and overall readiness.

    When appropriate for development, players may train and compete within their birth year or in a different environment.

    Player placement is ongoing and may change throughout the season as players continue to develop.