Due to unexpected demand, the Minnesota United Development Academy will conduct a supplementary placement trial for players in the U11 (2008) and U12 (2007) age groups for those players who were unable to attend the first round and players who recently found out about the program. This will determine player placement within the Pre-Development Academy (Pre-DA) program. The Pre-DA is a supplemental player development program, as the players remain registered with their home clubs for team training and games. No players are cut at these age groups but are evaluated for placement within the Pre-DA program.

“As we begin the second year of participation in US Soccer Development Academy and MLS Generation adidas competition, we look forward to the addition of the U15 team as well as the expansion of programming for Pre-Development Academy age groups,” said Tim Carter, MNUFC Academy Director. “We are constantly looking to improve and expand the programs we provide in order to better educate the players in our market. The process of developing players to reach our first team is our mission, while helping clubs to improve the quality and level of play is a major objective of our Academy.”

To register for the trial assessment, please fill out the following link. There is no cost to participate and the dates and times for all age groups are indicated below.

If you have questions about the trials, please send an email to Andy Seidel at andy.s@mnufc.com.