Don’t pass on this opportunity

Young soccer players in search of a competitive challenge are invited to attend open try outs for Lincoln City Football Club (LCFC) on Wednesday, Aug. 14.

The try outs, held on Voris Field at Taft High School, are open to players entering 5th through 8th grade.

Players who impress the panel of coaches will be invited to join Lincoln City Football Club for its upcoming fall season, competing against teams from the Central Coast and Willamette Valley.

Now in its third year, Lincoln City Football Club offers young players the chance to hone their skills in a competitive and encouraging environment. This all-volunteer organization of engaged parents works under the umbrella of the Central Coast Soccer Association to provide travel soccer opportunities for motivated players. The club operates two teams: one for players in 5th and 6th grade, and another for players in 7th and 8th grade. The teams play a spring and fall season of between six to eight games each. Travel is required for away games, but carpooling is available. Tournament opportunities are also available during the summer.

Kids attending the try outs will take part in a series of drills designed to assess their soccer skills, followed by a short scrimmage. Coaches will grade players on areas including ball control, passing, positional awareness and attitude. The club will contact parents in the days after the try outs and offer invitations for the fall season.

There is a registration fee of $50 for the fall season, which includes registration and insurance through the Central Coast Soccer Association, two soccer jerseys, two sets of soccer socks and a kit bag. Financial assistance is available.

The try outs will run from 6 to 8 pm on Wednesday, Aug. 14, on Voris Field, located at Taft High School, 3780 SE Spyglass Ridge Drive. For more information or to reserve your spot, email mchapmanmca@embarqmail.com.