Club Soccer
We would like to provide an overview of the WT Soccer Club Program, including our current team structure, player placement process, commitment expectations, and league participation.
WTSC Team Structure
WT Soccer uses the following team designations across our club program:
- United Teams: representing the highest level within the program
- Premier Teams
- Select Teams
- Legacy Teams
This structure is in place beginning with the incoming u8 age group and continues as teams progress through the club.
Club Soccer Commitment:
Club soccer involves a higher level of training, competition, and time commitment.
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Fall and Spring seasons
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Additional winter training or league participation, at the discretion of each team
For players and families seeking a less demanding option, WT Soccer also offers an intramural program, which provides a more flexible and recreational soccer experience.
Player Evaluations & Placement
As part of our player placement process, current coaches complete player evaluation forms prior to tryouts. These evaluations:
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Assess each player individually across multiple criteria
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Provide valuable input alongside tryout rankings
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Assists in placing players on the most appropriate team
Coaches may involve assistant coaches in completing evaluations. The evaluation form also includes anticipated fall league placement for the team. Final roster decisions are made by WTSC using all available information to ensure balanced and competitive teams.
League Participation
WT Soccer club teams compete in:
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South Jersey Soccer League (SJSL, Boys)
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South Jersey Girls Soccer League (SJGSL)
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EDP League
League placement is determined based on the overall skill level of the team and input from coaches, ensuring teams compete at an appropriate and challenging level.
Club Finances & Team Budgets
WTSC is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Each United, Premier, Select, & Legacy team operates with an individual team budget, which is developed to meet the specific needs of that team. Budget considerations may include:
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Coach expenses (not all teams have paid coaches)
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Tournament fees (typically ranging from $400 to $1,600 per tournament)
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League registration, referee fees, and field usage fees
The team manager is responsible for determining and managing the team budget based on these factors.
We hope this overview provides clarity on the WTSC program. If you have any questions about team placement, commitment expectations, or program offerings, please feel free to reach out to our club directors.