What age groups and programs does TFA have?
NOTE: All Programs are described within our website.
• Developmental Academy (DA) 2011 and younger ~ This is a fun introduction to the game of soccer for any player showing passion and a desire to play.
• Junior Academy (JA) 2008-2010 ~ Fun, passion and a desire to learn the game is still our ethos within these teams, as
well as continued development. However, more time is needed than the DA to participate in this.
• Youth Academy (YA) 2004-2007 ~ This is for the player who is passionate and committed to the sport and desires to continue to develop these skills.
• High School Academy (HSA) 1999-2003 ~ For the passionate, committed player to the sport.
• Montessori Westside (grades 1-3) ~ After school program that encourages players to experience the love of the game.
• TOPSoccer (all ages) ~ TOPSoccer is a program designed to bring the opportunity of learning and playing soccer to any boy or girl, who has a mental or physical disability. TFA players have the opportunity to volunteer as Teammates and work alongside of the TOPSoccer participants.
• September is Parents Month where the coaches share their training points at practice.
• Annual Europe trip for High School players ages 1999-2002.
• Optional programs including futsal and summer camp.
What additional costs can I expect to incur for the 2017/2018 season?
• Uniforms.
• Optional indoor training running from late November through January (this is optional for all JA/YA/HSA players).
• Optional session 2 (optional for all JA and YA teams) and session 3 indoor games (optional for all YA teams).
What is required to register a player with TFA?
• You must pre-register your player on our website www.toledofootballacademy.org by clicking Register in the upper right hand corner and following the simple steps to enter your informa tion into our system.
• After tryouts and a placement email has been sent out, we require: OYSAN Player Registration Form ~ OYSAN Medical Release ~ Copy of the player's Birth Certificate (new players only) ~ Passport Sized Color Photo (if not taken at tryouts) ~ Payment of $150 deposit.
What if we live in Michigan?
• You will need to complete the MSYSA Individual Out-Of-State League Play form for any player who resides in the state of Michigan. This can be found at: http://www.michiganyouthsoccer.org.
Do I still have to pay if my player gets injured during the season?
• Yes. This is the same for a player backing out of their commitment before the season has started. This is explained in TFA’s fee agreement spelled out during the position acceptance process. Additionally, no refunds are offered after acceptance of the agreement.
Is it possible to join TFA mid-year and/or mid-season?
• Yes, in exceptional circumstances such as families moving in from out of town, or a player who has been released from their existing club by the DOC, or a Board Member. We strongly encourage families to fulfill their commitments for the seasonal year (2017/2018) with their existing clubs, so not to cause an issue with the remaining participating players