2025 Fall Try-outs

If you want to play for Wooster Edge this fall season, you must attend one or both of our try-out dates. Use the link below to register for try-outs. We hope to see you there! 

Tuesday, May 27 and Thursday, May 29

6:00-7:00 pm: Birth years 2017, 2016, 2015

7:00-8:00 pm: Birth years 2014, 2013, 2012

Wooster Soccer Complex

Field #9

Use the following link to register:

https://woostersoccer.sportngin.com/register/form/213644548

All donations go towards covering the cost of scholarship kids with Wooster Edge Soccer Club and Wooster Recreation Soccer participants, field improvements, coach training, and supplies. We appreciate the support of Wooster Soccer Association. 

To Donate Click Here: https://tinyurl.com/donationwsa

Vision

To set the standard for soccer clubs (all youth sports) that development over winning at a younger age will help create an environment for kids to play to their fullest potential as they progress through sport.

Long Term Development

By:

Ages 4-7

FUNdamentals

Enjoying to practice

Ages 8-14 (in practice size 4 but competition will use size 5 according to US standards)

Enjoying to practice

Developing practice

Understanding competition

Ages 15-16 (size 5 ball will be introduced in practice)

Training for competition

Developing winning

Ages 16-18

Training to win

Ages 18-20+

Retaining People in football

Pathway Community

Micro soccer - FUNdamentals

Ages 4-7 

• Learning the basics of movement. Running and jumping correctly

• Learning the basics of dribbling, shooting and passing with the appropriate size ball

• Involving parents to learn the basics of the game and mixing in to help coordinate the kids playing

• Creating an environment that kids are having fun and enjoying the hour they have at soccer

Edge Junior Academy

1st and 2nd graders 

• FUNdamentals and enjoying to practice

• Building off of the micro phase

• First and foremost are they having fun and enjoying coming to play the game

• Dribbling correctly

• Passing correctly

• Shooting correctly

• Learning the number system that goes with soccer positions

3rd-6th grade

(rec, travel, premier)

• Developing practice sessions and learning about competition

• Building off of the foundational phase we set at an earlier age

• Learning the number system and what applies to those numbers

• Learning skill moves while dribbling to build our tool bench

• Learning to use different parts of the foot to strike and maneuver the ball around the field

• Are we receiving with the correct foot, back foot

  7th and 8th Grade

• Training for competition and developing winning or competing

  9th Grade+ club

• Training to win and play at our fullest potential

• Retaining people in football

• Our foundational phase as listed prior is even more important at these ages as we go through growth spurts

• Proper running technique, passing and shooting technique 

• Intensity and training at our 8 to continue to grow and learn

• Rondos and learning to build play from all parts of the field

• Possession and learning to play as a team

• Using a size 5 ball 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WOOSTER SOCCER ASSOCIATION EDGE MICRO ACADEMY: A FUN AND EDUCATIONAL INTRODUCTION TO SOCCER FOR YOUNG CHILDREN AND THEIR PARENTS

Wooster, Ohio – 3-20-2025 – The WSA Edge Micro Academy is excited to announce its inaugural season, offering a fun and engaging introduction to soccer for children ages 4-6. This program will be led by experienced coaches Graham Ford and Wooster High School Men's Coach JP Lytle, who will guide young athletes through the basics of the game in an enthusiastic and supportive environment.

The academy will teach key skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting while promoting movement, coordination, and teamwork. Designed to build confidence and a love for soccer, it’s the perfect introduction for young players. Parents are also invited to participate, with support available for aspiring coaches. Whether new to soccer or experienced, parents will receive guidance to confidently lead and encourage their children’s development.

Many families had signed up for the City of Wooster's Recreation Micro program expecting that Graham and JP would be running it. Unfortunately, after registration closed, we were notified by the city that the recreation department has decided to head in a different direction, and Graham and JP will no longer be running that program. WSA is pleased to offer this opportunity to honor those expectations by creating our own micro program, ensuring that young players and their families still receive the same high-quality experience and outstanding format. In lieu of this news, should families choose to migrate to WSA Edge Micro Academy in support of Graham and JP, the city will issue a full refund.  

The WSA Edge Micro Academy aims to create an environment where children can develop their skills and passion for soccer, while parents actively participate in their growth. This program is a wonderful opportunity for families to experience soccer in a fun and educational setting.

To learn more and register for the inaugural season, visit woostersoccer.com.  https://woostersoccer.sportngin.com/register/form/116767327

About Wooster Soccer Association

WSA is dedicated to developing young athletes, promoting teamwork, and fostering a love for soccer. Our programs are designed to help kids grow their skills and passion for the game in a fun and supportive environment.

About Coach Graham Ford

Coach Graham Ford brings over 40 years of youth soccer coaching experience in both England and the USA. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Sports and Recreation Studies from the UK and is licensed by the English FA Prelim and the United Soccer Coaches Advanced National Diploma. Graham is also a United States Soccer Federation License Instructor. He served as the College of Wooster Men’s Soccer Coach for 20 years and is currently the Director of Coaching for the Wooster Edge Soccer Program. Additionally, Graham has been a Montessori Schools Human Movement and Fitness Instructor for children ages 2-14 since 2015. He is also active in promoting adapted sports in Ohio, including blind and power wheelchair soccer.

About Coach JP Lytle

JP Lytle is a former Division 1 soccer player at Valparaiso University and has over 8 years of experience as the Head Coach of the Wooster High School Boys Soccer Team, earning the 2022 OSSCA D1 High School Boys Soccer Coach of the Year award. He is also the Club Director at Pennine FC and a licensed coach through US Soccer. As the owner of Declaration Fitness, Lytle has spent 10+ years helping youth athletes develop through functional movement training. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business.

Contact Information
Jason Seaman
President, Wooster Soccer Association
Phone: 330-465-7642
Email: jasonrseaman@gmail.com
Website: woostersoccer.com

On Saturday, 22 of our Wooster Edge players had the opportunity to walk out onto the field with players from the Columbus Crew and Atlanta United soccer teams. They also had the chance to see the MLS Cup that the Columbus Crew was presented from winning last season! Such a great experience.

Does your player want to continue to develop the foundation of soccer? Do they want to continue to work with Coach Graham and Coach JP? Then sign your player up for Edge Academy (U7/U8)!  See the flyer for all the details! Any questions please let us know! 

Register by using the QR code or the link below! 

https://woostersoccer.sportngin.com/register/form/235159081

Both the WHS Boys and Girls HS teams had youth nights where Edge players had the opportunity to attend the game and be ball boys/girls. We want to thank the high school for allowing us this opportunity.