Selections for the Wootton Boys’ Soccer team will be made based upon the following criteria:
Ability to listen, learn, and follow through
A player should be able to listen to direction and demonstrate an ability to apply what was learned on the playing field.
Work ethic
The athlete’s approach to work during training and games is very important. A hard-working athlete has a ball on their foot and is constantly practicing. He pays attention during training, watches other teammates to learn, and is always trying to improve. He helps his teammates. He takes initiative in all phases of being on the team.
Muscular endurance/cardiovascular endurance
A soccer player should be in top shape, able to work hard for long periods of time with a minimum amount of fatigue.
Footwork/ball control
Players should have good touch on the ball, including dribbling, controlling the ball, passing, heading, feinting, shooting, etc.
Balance/agility/quickness
Players should have the ability to change direction and pace quickly and effectively, without hesitation, with and without the ball.
Knowledge/sense of the game
Players should be able to move intelligently with and without the ball, both offensively and defensively. Players should be constantly involved in the game, rather than simply reacting to events around them. How well a player “reads” the game and reacts to evolving situations is vitally important.
Coachability/Sportsmanship
Players must respond positively to coaching, as well as instructions and guidance from teammates. All players must get along with each other and work well together, and respond favorably to constructive criticism. Sportsmanlike interaction with teammates and opponents is expected, demonstrating a high level of respect for the game and its participants.
Attendance
Players must be present at all tryouts unless cleared in advance by the coach. Upon selection to the team, players must attend all practices and games, unless cleared in advance by the coach. Any unexcused absence may justify termination from the team.