Saskatoon Alliance Academy
ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
ALLIANCE TECHNICAL COMMITTEE:
| Ian Knight | Saskatoon Youth Soccer Inc. Technical Lead |
| Adele Bandet | Saskatoon United Soccer Club (SUSC) Technical Director |
| Austin Boyski | Hollandia Soccer Club Technical Director |
| Sam Martin | Aurora Soccer Club Technical Director |
| Daniel Kelly | Lakewood Soccer Club Technical Director |
| Mike Gramiak | Eastside Youth Soccer Association Technical Director |
Alliance Coach Application
Indoor 2026/2027 Alliance Academy
U11 Academy Information
U12-U13 Tryout Information
U14-U15 Tryout Information
U16-U17 Tryout information
| Birth Years | Eligibility & Tryout | Academy Details | Training Times / Days | Cost | Registration |
| U11 (2016/2017) | No Tryout Eligible players are those registered with their Zone in the Alliance League (Prem, Div 2, Div 3) Limit of 20 spots, register early! Registration is first-come-first-serve basis and is only complete once payment has been received. | Training Weekly; 16 sessions (1 hr 15 min each) *players will participate in Futsal Sessions
Fees: The set established player fees will cover weekly training sessions, clothing, equipment, and admin expenses Clothing: Includes Training kit (2 ATC pro shirts, 1 shorts, 1 socks) & ¼ Zip Jacket *Players who already have kit or jacket will be refunded | U11 Girls - Mondays • Oct 26 - Mar 1, 5:00 - 6:15 PM - Community Gym TBA (Futsal) • No training Dec 21, 28; Feb 16
U11 Boys - Wednesdays • Oct 28 - Mar 3, 5:00 - 6:15 PM - Community Gym TBA (Futsal) • No training Dec 23, 30; Feb 18 • Training will take place on Nov 11 | $390 | |
| U12B (2015)U12G (2015)U13B (2014)U13G (2014) | Eligible players are those registered with their Zone in the Alliance League (Prem, Div 2, Div 3)Date: October 3rd & 4thLocation: Saskatoon Sports Centre, 150 Nelson Rd.
Registration: Register by Tuesday September 29th with a fee of $65 to SYSI. Early bird pricing is available until Thurs September 24th for a fee of $45. Only those registered by the end of day on Tuesday September 29th with payment will be accepted into the tryout. Players who are sick or injured and can’t attend tryouts must contact the office, info@saskatoonyouthsoccer.ca, prior to the registration deadline.Times may be adjusted based on registration numbers. Only 20 players per age group will be selected. Selected players will receive invitations beginning Fri Oct 9 and must accept their spot and submit payment by Wed Oct 14 | Training Weekly; 16 sessions (1 hr 15 min each)
Oct 26, 2026 - Mar 3, 2027 Fees Includes: -16 weekly training sessions -two mental skills training sessions, -equipment, administration, training kit, and ¼ zip-up jacket. Clothing: Includes Training kit (2 ATC pro shirts, 1 shorts, 1 socks) & ¼ Zip Jacket *Players who already have kit or jacket will be refunded | U12 Boys - Mondays • Oct 26 - Dec 14, 5:00 - 6:15 PM - Kavia East Field, Saskatoon Sports Centre (Turf) • Jan 4 - Mar 1*, 5:00 - 6:15 PM - Community Gym TBA (Futsal) *no training during Feb break
U13 Boys - Mondays • Oct 26 - Dec 14, 5:00 - 6:15 PM - Community Gym TBA (Futsal) *includes Nov 11 • Jan 4 - Mar 1*, 4:00 - 5:15 PM - Kavia East Field, Saskatoon Sports Centre (Turf) *no training during Feb break
U12 Girls - Wednesdays • Oct 28 - Dec 16*, 5:00 - 6:15 PM - Sherwood Field, Saskatoon Sports Centre (Turf) *includes Nov 11 • Jan 6 - Mar 3*, 5:00 - 6:15 PM - Community Gym TBA (Futsal) *no training during Feb break
U13 Girls - Wednesdays • Oct 28 - Dec 16*, 5:00 - 6:15 PM - Community Gym TBA (Futsal) *includes Nov 11 • Jan 6 - Mar 3*, 4:00 - 5:15 PM - Sherwood Field, Saskatoon Sports Centre (Turf) *no training during Feb break
All Groups • Mental Skills Sessions with Mark Epp, Pursuit Sport Mental training (2 x 30min): TBA following training sessions | $410 | |
| U14B (2013)U14G (2013)U15B (2012)U15G (2012) | Eligible players are those registered with their Zone in the Alliance League (Prem, Div 2, Div 3)Date: September 26th & 27thLocation: Saskatoon Sports Centre, 150 Nelson Rd.
Registration: Register by Tuesday September 22nd with a fee of $65 to SYSI. Early bird pricing is available until Thurs September 17th for a fee of $45. Only those registered by the end of day on Tuesday September 22nd with payment will be accepted into the tryout. Players who are sick or injured and can’t attend tryouts must contact the office, info@saskatoonyouthsoccer.ca, prior to the registration deadline. Times may be adjusted based on registration numbers. Following these sessions, a maximum of 20 players per age group will be selected to move into the assessment phase by non parent head coaches, SYSI Technical Lead, and potential of Zone Technical Directors. Selected players will receive invitations beginning Fri Oct 2 and must accept their spot and submit payment by Wed Oct 7. | Training Weekly; 1 sessions (1 hr 15 min each) Nov 4, 2026 - Mar 4, 2027 Fees Includes:- 15 weekly training sessions-Goalkeeper sessions -15 weekly strength and conditioning sessions (Day/Time TBA) -two mental skills training sessions (Day/Time TBA) -equipment, administration, training kit, and ¼ zip-up jacket. Clothing: Includes Training kit (2 ATC pro shirts, 1 shorts, 1 socks) & ¼ Zip Jacke t*Players who already have kit or jacket will be refunded | U14-U15 Boys• Training (15 x 1hr 15min): Wednesdays: Nov 4 to Dec 16, 2026* and Jan 6 to Mar 3, 2027**, 4:00 - 5:15 PM - Kavia North Field, Saskatoon Sports Centre (Turf) *includes Nov 11 **no training Feb break U14-U15 Girls• Training (15 x 1hr 15min): Thursdays: Nov 5 to Dec 17, 2026 and Jan 7 to Mar 4, 2027*, 4:00 - 5:15 PM - Kavia North Field, Saskatoon Sports Centre (Turf) *no training Feb break All Groups• Strength and Conditioning Training (15 x 1hr): dates and location TBA• Mandatory Fitness Testing (3): throughout the season: dates and location TBA• Mental Skills Sessions with Mark Epp from Pursuit Sport Mental training (2 x 30min): TBA following scheduled training sessions - Saskatoon Sports Centre, boardroom •Includes Goalkeeper sessions(Mon/Sat) | $680 | |
| U16 (2011) | Eligibility:
Date: August 29th & 30thLocation: Saskatoon Sports Centre, 150 Nelson Rd. Times may be adjusted based on registration numbers.
Registration: Register by Tuesday August 25th with a fee of $65 to SYSI. Early bird pricing is available until Thurs August 20th for a fee of $45. Only those registered by the end of day on Tuesday Aug 25th with payment will be accepted into the tryout. Players who are sick or injured and can’t attend tryouts must contact the office, info@saskatoonyouthsoccer.ca, prior to the registration deadline. Following these sessions, a maximum of 20 players per team will be selected to move into the assessment phase by non-parent head coaches, SYSI Technical Lead, and potential of Zone Technical Directors. Selected players will receive invitations beginning Wed Sept 2 and must accept their spot and submit payment by Fri Sept 4. | Training Weekly; Nov 1, 2026 - Mar 20, 2027 FeesIncludes: - 31 training sessions - Goalkeeper sessions - 15 Strength Training Sessions (Day/Time TBA) - Fitness Testing- two mental skills training sessions (Day/Time TBA)- 11 games + 1 final - FTF Showcase Fee* - Access to FTF x Sportsynch Platform *teams attending FTF showcase in Vancouver in Feb Clothing: Includes Training kit (2 ATC pro shirts, 1 shorts, 1 socks), Tracksuit & Backpack *Players who already have kit, tracksuit or backpack will be refunded | Training: Program fees include two 1.5-hr training sessions per week (total 31 sessions) on half field turf from November 1 to March 20. Training schedules will be determined based on coach availability and will primarily take place at the Martensville Recreation Centre (typically Wed/Fri/Sat), with some sessions held at the Saskatoon Sports Centre (typically Tues/Fri). | $2485 | |
| Alliance Performance Plus | U15-U17 Alliance Academy Participants | The Alliance Performance Plus (APP) is a specialized ‘opt-in’ once-per-week, training initiative for motivated U15-U17 players in the Alliance Academy/PSL program. The APP offers advanced skill development, physical conditioning, and college pathway guidance to help players maximize their potential. | 12 Sessions Girls-Mondays Boys- Tuesdays | $200 | Open soon |
SASKATOON ALLIANCE POLICIES
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| Saskatoon Alliance U15-U17 Evaluation & Tryout Process |
SASKATOON ALLIANCE IN THE MEDIA
SASKATOON ALLIANCE COACH & PLAYER RESOURCES
| Aspiring Post-Secondary Player Information & Guidance |
| Athlete Assistance Fund SYSI has a dedicated fund for those who meet eligible financial criteria. You must register your child with a Zone or the Saskatoon Alliance prior to applying for funding from the Saskatoon Youth Soccer Inc. Athlete fund. You should apply as soon as possible after your child has been registered, as it can take up to 30 days for applications to be processed. Funding cannot be applied to program that have already ended. |
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For more information on the Saskatoon Alliance, email info@saskatoonyouthsoccer.ca or phone (306) 975-3414.
