SYS TRYOUTS FOR FALL 2026 Essex County Travel Teams (Grade 3 - Grade 8).
Salem Youth Soccer will be holding Tryouts for our FALL 2026 Essex County Travel Teams. Tryouts are for players who will be entering Grade 3 – Grade 8 as of the Fall 2026 school year.
Tryout dates and times are below:
Players should attend the tryout for the grade they will be entering as of Fall 2026. For example: If your child is currently in 6th grade, they should attend the grade 7/8 age group.
Note: All players are encouraged to attend tryouts. Players wishing to be considered for MTOC / Top Division team placement are required to attend at least one of the tryout dates for their grade.
Additional Information regarding how to sign-up for tryouts will be communicated separately.
Monday, May 18 (Players entering Grade 7 & 8)
- Girls Grade 7 & 8: (5:30-6:30 PM)
- Boys Grade 7 & 8: (6:45–7:45 PM)
Tuesday, May 19 (Players entering Grade 5 & 6)
- Girls Grades 5 & 6 (5:30-6:30 PM)
- Boys Grades 5 & 6: (6:45–7:45 PM)
Wednesday, May 20 (Players entering Grades 5, 6, 7, 8)
- Girls Grades 5 thru 8: (5:30-6:15 PM)
- Boys Grade 5 thru 8: (6:30 – 7:15 PM)
Tuesday, June 9 – Grade 3 & 4 ECYSA Select Team Tryouts (Players entering grades 3 & 4) who are interested in trying out for the ECYSA Select Travel Team must attend tryouts. Note: Grade 3 & 4 Players who are only interested in playing CROSSTOWN DO NOT need to attend this tryout.
- Girls Grades 3 & 4: (5:15–6:15 PM)
- Boys Grade 3 & 4 (6:30–7:30 PM)
Note:
If you have any questions about registration or the tryout process, feel free to reach out Lisa Roy (SYS VP Travel) or Chris Martin (SYS President).
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SYS GOALKEEPER TRAINING - REGISTRATION
We’re excited to offer goalkeeper training this season at McGrath Park. This is a great opportunity for players to build confidence, learn position-specific skills, and have some fun.
The program includes 5 sessions. Players in grades 2–12 are invited to register. The cost is $10. Training will be led by Owen Renault and Padric Sullivan. Please use the following link to register for the training sessions: https://manageyourleague.com/SYS/register?Lid=1&season=9&reset=1
Schedule:
Grades 5–12 (Wednesdays)
6:00–7:00
May 6, 13, 20, 27
June 3
Grades 2–4 (Fridays)
5:00–6:00
May 8, 15, 22, 29
June 5
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Salem Youth Soccer Spring Photos
*Team photos will only be taken during the team's scheduled day and practice time
(unless otherwise noted)
* Players who are not able to make their team photo, but would like individual photos can attend any of the days and times the photographer is on site
CB Photography
Sunday, May 17th 10:45-12:00
Tots, PK/K
Welcome to Salem Youth Soccer's website!
We are a volunteer organization committed to providing a fun and supportive town-level soccer experience to the Salem community. We thank you for your support of the players and the SYS organization. We strive to ensure all SYS-related soccer activities are fair, positive and enjoyable for all.
If you are interested in learning more about our program and volunteer opportunities, please contact any board member for additional information. The SYS Board of directors meetings are held on a monthly basis and meeting information is posted below. All SYS members are welcome to attend.
Games and practices are held unless you hear from your coach otherwise. Emails will be sent out and a message will be posted on the Salem Youth Soccer Facebook page. You will not receive a phone call about a cancellation.
All games and practices are held at McGrath Park, 46 Marlborough, Salem, MA. ** No dogs are allowed on the fields per Salem Park and Rec Department **
Please make sure to properly dispose of your trash. The LOST AND FOUND is located in the Concession Stand.
SYS Regular Board Meeting
4th Tuesday of Every Month at 7:00 pm
(7:30pm in April, May, Sept, Oct)
All SYS Board Meetings are virtual through Zoom.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84651768161?pwd=zwx7hjy8BfMvbYEAbQa6GwMO7jp6Fd.1
Meeting ID: 846 5176 8161
Passcode: 998616
Please click the link above to join.