Sting Tryouts Indoor 2025/26

Sting Tryout FAQ

What do I do if my child is on a Sting team for Outdoor 2025 and will miss tryouts (due to holidays, illness, etc.)?

If your returning child will miss tryouts but would like to be placed on a Sting team for Indoor 2025/26, please complete the following two steps:

1. Register for tryouts and pay the $20 fee. This ensures we have a formal record of your child’s intent to return. It also supports the administrative costs of team formation and EMSA roster creation. Most importantly, it helps ensure no player is missed during the roster creation process.

2. Contact your child’s current coach to let them know your child will be away but would still like to be considered for a roster spot. Placement will be based on evaluations from the previous season.

The $20 fee applies to all players—whether attending tryouts or not—as it covers both tryout staffing and the extensive administrative work required to build teams and submit rosters to EMSA.

Do goalkeepers need to attend both the team and goalkeeper tryouts?
Yes. Goalkeepers should if possible attend both the general team tryouts and the dedicated goalkeeper sessions to ensure they are fully evaluated.

Why do returning club players have to attend tryouts this year when they didn’t last season?

Last season’s informal process—where returning players didn’t register or attend tryouts—led to confusion and roster issues. This year, all players must register and attend tryouts (or formally register and notify us if they’re away) to ensure we have an accurate record of who intends to return.

The $20 fee and tryout process give our staff a clear list of returning players and helps us place every player appropriately. This updated process ensures fairness, clarity, and better team formation. In short: the previous system didn’t work.

Can my child just show up for player placement without registering?

No. All players must register through the TeamSnap link (available August 1st) in order to participate. Walk-ons are not allowed. Registration is required to ensure insurance coverage and to give the club accurate contact information before and after the placement process.

How do I register my child for the upcoming season? 

If you are new to Sting please register for our tryouts, specific times will be posted on the website when ASA permits in early August.  Once rosters are finalized players placed on a team will receive an email to register, pay fees through TeamSnap.

How much does registration cost for each age group after placed on a team?

This year fees will be  $995 for U11 (2015) and under and $1150 per player for older age categories.

What age groups are eligible for registration?

We operate girls and boys programming from U8 to U18

When and where are tryouts held?

Tryouts are held at Keheewin Sports Fields in South Edmonton.

What is the process for joining if my child is transferring from another club?

Please register and attend the open tryout.

What is included in the registration fee?

Teams typically play 1–2 games per week, with 2 practices and 1 club training session, meaning players are on the field 3–4 times weekly.

What equipment does my child need to participate?

Cleats and shin pads are strongly suggested. Player cleats should be made of plastic. Metal spikes are not permitted.

Are there financial aid or payment plan options available?

Yes, Edmonton Sting works with KidSport and Jumpstart programs to offset registration fees. If you have any further questions please contact admin@edmontonsting.com

• https://kidsportcanada.ca/alberta/edmonton/
• https://jumpstart.canadiantire.ca

Can my child join the club mid-season?

No, after team formation it is highly unlikely a player can join a team mid-season.

What happens if my child decides to withdraw after registering on a Sting roster?

Issuing refunds after registration is rare and should not be expected. In the cases of documented injury, moving or other special circumstances we have worked with families to issue partial refunds on a case-by-case basis.

What are the expectations of the Sting Program of players and families in the program?

For younger age groups, we encourage equal playing time. However, at any age level, poor attendance at training and practices may result in reduced game time. Joining the club is a commitment, and regular participation in training and practice sessions is expected. If your family cannot ensure your player can make practice. We suggest another program.

Does participating in a tryout guarantee a spot in the program?

Unfortunately, no, there may not be space for all children in the program. We are a competitive program with a focus on development. That said, we have teams from tier 1 to tier 3 and accept children of many skill levels - from members of other clubs at the tier 1 level and particularly at the younger age categories players just starting their soccer journey. We work closely with SWESMA to place players not accepted in the Sting Club program on community teams/programs..