This page has been set-up to assist Parents and Students entering their Freshman year and intending to try-out for the Freshman Soccer Team. Available in Sections...

To meet the demands of the higher level, players are encouraged to follow the Fitness Schedule in preparation for the fall soccer season. It is recommended players take advantage of the summer to improve and develop.

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All medical/physical exam forms must be submitted to the school, dated after July 1st and copies supplied to the BC Soccer Club secretary, along with a copy of insurance coverage. Players failing to submit their paperwork will NOT be permitted to try-out.

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June and July events are all optional, players are recommended to return from any planned vacations by the second week of August. Players making the team will begin training for the season immediately.

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• Begining 2010, BC competes in the Big North Conference's Division A along with other private school rivals; Paramus Catholic, St Joe's Regional, DePaul Catholic and Don Bosco Prep.
• Schedule also consists of games against other division schools of the strongest public schools from Bergen and Passaic counties. Plus independent games to fill the schedule.
• Teams will also attempt to qualify and compete in the Bergen County Freshman Tournament hosted by the BCCA, a knock-out competition for the top teams in the county.

• How many players make the team?
  • Each year can be different but typically 18-22 players make the team. All attempts are made so the Final roster is the most competitive squad possible.
• Are Captain's Practices mandatory?
  • No, Captain's Practices are optional. It is highly recommended that players attend as many as possible.
• Can Freshman make the JV or Varsity team?
  • Yes, it is possible, if the player demonstrates the playing ability, meet the physical demands of the higher level and become a contributor for that team. However, typically Freshman play with the Freshman team, where they can develop together.
• How many games will the team play?
  • 18-22 games, regular season plus tournament games.
• Do players have to attend both try-outs sessions?
  • Yes, players must attend both days unless coaching staff has decided to make cuts after day one.
• How often will the team train?
  • Once the final roster selections are made, team will train every day leading up to the start of the season. *training schedule will be set by coach*

If you've made the final roster, congratulations! You are now part of a great tradition, the try-out was the easy part - now begins the hard part, to develop as a player and team leading to a successful start to your high school soccer career.

• Attend every training session and event scheduled.
• Train at a high level in preparation to playing at high level
• Remember that student comes first in Student-Athlete
  

Once final roster is set, team will train every day in preparation for the start of the season. The first week, all teams go thru two-a-day sessions. Beginning with 6AM Fitness sessions and then returning in the afternoon for a Training session. Schedules are subject to change as field availability may vary, but a typical schedule might be as follows: