ELITE SOCCER
Dayton Kroc Soccer Club Tryouts

Ages U9–U14

Tryout dates
Boys: June 4, 6:00–7:15 PM & June 5, 7:30–8:45 PM
Girls: June 4, 7:30–8:45 PM & June 5, 6:00–7:15 PM
Rain date: June 6, Girls: 6:00–7:15 PM, Boys: 7:30–8:45 PM
Please arrive 20 minutes early.

Eligible birth years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017

Location: Kroc Park

Register for tryouts

Tryouts are an opportunity to join the Elite team and commit to the fall 2024 and spring 2025 seasons. Players will demonstrate their abilities in various drills and scrimmage matches guided by our experienced coaching staff. Anyone who has a love for soccer and a desire to improve is welcome! Let's kick off the season together with determination and passion for the game.

Season information
Fall season: August–October
Spring Season: March–June
Cost: $100 per season (due August 3)
Scholarships are available. Scholarship applications will be accepted June 10–June 28.

Join the Dayton Kroc Soccer family! Elite teams will compete against other teams locally, and possibly in Columbus or Cincinnati. The schedule will include 2-3 practices each week, in addition to games. Please note that travel to games is required.

For more information, please email Sierra Peacock.

Elite Soccer Open Fields

Schedule
Tuesdays, June 13–July 11
(There will be no open field on July 2.)
B2016, B2015, G2016, G2015: 5:30-6:30 PM
B2014, B2013, G2014: 6:30-7:30 PM
G2012, B2012, B2011, G2011: 7:30-8:30 PM

Cost: Free

Location: Kroc Park

These open field sessions are for players who participate in Dayton Kroc Soccer Club.

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Functional Sports Training: Soccer

Personal soccer training is a specialized and individualized approach to improving soccer skills. Whether working individually or with a small group, train with a coach to focus on areas of weakness, perform drills tailored to your needs, and receive personalized feedback and guidance. This type of training allows players to target specific skills, improve their technique, and enhance overall performance on the field.

Please email Sierra Peacock to schedule your training session before you sign up.

Soccer Agility & Quickness Conditioning

Ages 7–14

Schedule
Thursdays, June 18–July 16
(There will be no conditioning on July 4.)
Ages 7–9: 6:00­–7:00 PM
Ages 10–13: 7:00–8:00 PM

Location: Kroc Park Flex Field

Cost: $20

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Improve overall physical fitness, endurance, and speed with conditioning. By incorporating specific drills and exercises that promote building strength, stamina, and quickness, players can enhance their performance and reduce their risk of injury. Coordination, balance, and the ability to change direction quickly are crucial skills which will help players experience greater athleticism and success on the field.

Kroc Kids Soccer Skill Sessions

Ages 7–13

Schedule
Mondays, June 10–July 8
(There will be no Skill Session on July 5.)
Ages 7–9: 6:00-7:00 PM
Ages 10–13: 7:00-8:00 PM

Cost: $15

Location: Dayton Kroc Center

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Soccer skill sessions provide kids who play in recreational (non-tryout) programs with a chance to train, practice, and play in the summer.

Kroc Kids Kickoff Soccer Camp

Ages 7–13

Schedule
July 22–26
Ages 7–9: 5:30–7:00 PM
Ages 10–13: 7:00–8:30 PM

Location: Dayton Kroc Center

Cost: $30 (includes shirt)

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Get ready to start the season with Kickoff Soccer Camp for young athletes! Designed for all skill levels, this fun camp teaches the components of the game such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and moves. Participants have the opportunity improve their skills, make new friends, create memories, and enjoy the beautiful game with great coaching and a safe atmosphere.

Her Time to Play

Ages 7–14

Schedule
Mondays & Wednesdays, June 10–July 10
(There will be no program on July 1 & 3.)
Ages 7–10: 6:00–7:00 PM
Ages 11–14: 7:00–8:00 PM

Location: Kroc Park

Cost: Free
Participants must have taken part in a sports program at The Kroc Center to be eligible.

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Her Time to Play is an initiative by WNBA, but here it has a soccer twist! Girls & young women will explore ways to connect, collaborate, & engage with each other through soccer. Topics include caring for the body, body image, nutrition, dealing with difficult feelings, bullying, & more.

Kroc Kids Fall Soccer

Ages 2–6

Registration: April 13–June 26
Late registration: ($10 fee) June 27–July 27
Season dates: August 24–September 28

Schedule
Ages 2 & 3: Saturdays
Ages 4­­–6: Tuesdays & Saturdays

Cost
Ages 2 & 3: $20
Age 4–6: $40
Scholarships are available. Scholarship applications will be accepted April 1–June 13.

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Kroc Kids recreational soccer focuses on fundamentals while creating an opportunity to have fun and meet new friends. Participants will practice skills and play games with other teams in the Kroc Kids program.

Kroc Kids Fall Soccer

Ages 7–13

Registration: April 13–June 13
Late registration: ($10 fee) June 14–July 13
Season dates: August 5–October 13

Cost: $50
Scholarships are available. Scholarship applications will be accepted April 1–June 13.

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Kroc Kids recreational soccer focuses on fundamentals while creating an opportunity to have fun and meet new friends. Participants will practice skills and play games with other teams in the Kroc Kids program.

High School Basketball Shootout

June 3–5

Cost: $75 per team
Discounts for multiple teams are available.

Location: Dayton Kroc Center

Please email Robert Kirksey to register a team.

• Boys & girls
• JV & varsity teams
• OHSAA certified referees
• Minimum of 4 games

Kroc Kids Fall Basketball

Ages 2–6

Registration: May 1–August 1
Late registration: ($10 fee) August 2–August 18
Season dates: August 26–October 3

Schedule
Ages 2 & 3: Wednesdays, 5:30–7:30 (30 minute sessions)
Ages 4­­–6: Mondays & Thursdays, 6:00–7:45 PM (45 minute sessions)

Cost
Ages 2 & 3: $20
Age 4–6: $40

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Kroc Kids recreational basketball focuses on fundamentals while creating an opportunity to have fun and meet new friends. Participants will practice skills and play games with other teams in the Kroc Kids program.

Kroc Kids Fall Basketball

Ages 7–13

Registration: May 1–August 1
Late registration: ($20 fee) August 2–August 18
Season dates: August 26–October 3

Schedule
Ages 7 & 8: Tuesdays, 5:30–6:15 PM & Saturdays, 8:30 AM–noon
Ages 9 & 10: Tuesdays, 6:15–7:15 PM & Saturdays, 8:30 AM–noon
Ages 11–13: Tuesdays, 7:15–8:15 PM & Saturdays, 8:30 AM–noon

Cost: $50

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Kroc Kids recreational basketball focuses on fundamentals while creating an opportunity to have fun and meet new friends. Participants will practice skills and play games with other teams in the Kroc Kids program.

Dayton United Elite Basketball

Grades 2–6

Tryouts: October 7–19
Season dates: October 21–March 1, 2025
Tournament dates: February 22, 23, & 28; March 1 & 2

Tryout cost: Free
Program cost: $100
Scholarships are available.

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Registrants will receive their tryout day and time by email a week in advance. Because this program is based on tryouts, not all players may be selected for the team. Teams will practice twice a week on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, or Saturdays. They will play other local teams in the Metro League. Please note that travel to games is required.

Kroc Kids Pickleball

Ages 7–13
Registration: March 18–May 21
Late registration: ($20 fee) May 22–June 1
Season dates: June 18–July 30 (6 weeks)

Schedule:
Ages 7–9: Tuesdays, 5:30–6:30 PM
Ages 10–13: Tuesdays, 6:45–7:45 PM
There will be no pickleball on July 2.

Cost: $30

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Kroc Kids is dedicated to developing youth pickleball through a network of certified coaches. During these lessons, the kids will work on the fundamentals of pickleball, which include proper techniques for forehand and backhand strokes, dinks, volleys, the return of the serve, the serve, footwork, and the scoring system. Pickleball will also build self-confidence, and most importantly kids will have fun learning the fastest growing sport in the world.

Kroc Kids Tennis

Ages 2–6
Registration: April 1–May 31
Late registration: ($20 fee) June 1–June 15
Season dates: June 22–July 27 (6 weeks)
Schedule: Saturdays, 9:30–11:55 AM, 45-minute increments
Cost: $25

Dayton Public Schools students, please contact Erin May before signing up.

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Tennis Lessons for families, individuals, or groups are available for an additional fee.

Kroc Kids Tennis

Ages 7–13
Registration: April 1–April 30
Late registration: ($20 fee) May 1–May 7
Season dates:
Session 1: May 15–June 19
(There will be no tennis on May 27.)
Session 2: June 24–July 31
Schedule:
Ages 7–9: Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30–6:30 PM
Ages 10–13: Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:45–7:45 PM
Cost: $40

Dayton Public Schools students, please contact Erin May before signing up.

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Tennis Lessons for families, individuals, or groups are available for an additional fee.

Dayton United Cheerleading

Grades: 2–6
Season: October–March
Practices: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
Location: The Dayton Kroc Center

Take your cheer game to a whole new level! Dayton United Cheerleading gives participants training and opportunities to cheerleaders of all experience levels. You must attend a Dayton Public School to participate in this cheer program.

DPS students receive a 100% scholarship.

Dayton United Elite Volleyball

Grades: 4–8
Tryout dates: October 23, 25, & 28
Season: October–June

Because this program is based on tryouts, not all players may be selected for the team. This team will play other local teams in the OVR League. Please note that travel to games is required.

Pickleball Lessons

Whether you are a beginner or advanced, you can up your pickleball game with lessons taught by our nationally certified pickleball instructor and coach, John Grimley.

To schedule lessons, please email John Grimley.

Functional Sports Training: Pickleball

Improve your pickleball game with strength training! Work on your lateral movement and your balance to step up your game. Learn and strengthen the muscles you use during matches.

Sessions are offered before or after pickleball. Choose from a 30-minute or a 1-hour session.

For more information, please email Erin May.

Tennis Lessons

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Soccer Open Field

Ages 18+

Dates: June 7, 14, 21, & 28; July 12, 19, & 26
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM

Location: Kroc Park

Cost: $5 per game
Please check in at the Kroc Center front desk.