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TRYOUTS

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start your mFa journey

Find your team at Michigan Football Academy. We welcome players of all levels to try out and show their potential. Whether you're a beginner or elite, your season starts here.

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what to expect at tryouts

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AGE GROUPS

Athletes are assessed on fundamental skills, athletic ability, effort, and coachability.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW 2026-27 AGE GROUP CHART

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placement

Each athlete will be considered for the level and team that best fits their skill, experience, and goals.

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environment

Our tryouts are supportive and encouraging, designed to help athletes perform their best.

U7 - U19

Free Clinics

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Do you have what it takes to be a part of ACGR Academy? 

Sign up today to participate in our 2026 Free Clinics!  Players will work in specific age groups with our top-level Coaches and Directors to hone in their individual skillsets.  This will allow them to really excel and show the confidence needed to compete on a ACGR Academy team.

  • @ MSA FIELDHOUSE

    4:30 - 5:45pm | U7, U9, U11, U13
    6:00 - 7:15pm | U8, U10, U12, U14
    7:30 - 8:45pm | U15 - U19

    Girls Free Clinic | June 8 & 10 | REGISTER HERE

    Boys Free Clinic | June 9 & 11 | REGISTER HERE

  • @ WEST OTTAWA HS SOUTH CAMPUS

    TUESDAY, JUNE 9 & THURSDAY, JUNE 11

    Shore Girls Free Clinic | 4:30 - 6:00pm | U7 - U19 | REGISTER HERE

    Shore Boys Free Clinic | 6:30 - 8:00pm | U7 - U19 | REGISTER HERE

  • @ NORTON SHORES SOCCER COMPLEX

    MONDAY, JUNE 8 & WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10

    Coast Girls Free Clinic | 4:30 - 6:00pm | U7 - U19 | REGISTER HERE

    Coast Boys Free Clinic | 6:30 - 8:00pm | U7 - U19 | REGISTER HERE

U10 - U19

elite tryouts

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Our Elite teams represent the highest level within AC Grand Rapids Academy. These teams compete in top leagues such as DA, GLPL, and MSPSP, with a schedule that includes statewide and regional travel. Elite players are trained by our highest-level coaching staff and are placed in an environment designed to challenge and prepare them for advanced levels of the game.

Elite teams participate in tournaments and college showcases, with access to recruiting support to help guide players through the college pathway. This program is intended for players seeking a higher-level competitive experience and long-term development opportunities.

  • @ MSA FIELDHOUSE

    SATURDAY, JUNE 13TH

    Girls | 8:00am - 9:45am | U10 - U19 | REGISTER HERE

    Boys | 10:00am - 11:45am | U10 - U19 | REGISTER HERE

  • @ WEST OTTAWA HS SOUTH CAMPUS

    STATE/REGIONAL LEAGUE TRYOUTS

    SATURDAY, JUNE 13th

    8:00 - 9:45am

    Girls | U10 - U19 | REGISTER HERE

    Boys | U10 - U19 | REGISTER HERE

  • @ NORTON SHORES SOCCER COMPLEX

    STATE/REGIONAL LEAGUE TRYOUTS

    SATURDAY, JUNE 13th

    Girls | REGISTER HERE

    • 1:00am - 12:45pm | U13 - U14

    • 1:00 - 2:45pm | U15 - U19

    • 3:00 - 4:45pm | U10 - U12

    Boys | REGISTER HERE

    • 11:00am - 12:45pm | U13 - U14

    • 3:00 - 4:45pm | U10 - U12, U15 - U19

U7 - U19

select tryouts

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Our Select teams provide a strong competitive environment while remaining more locally based. These teams compete in the GVSA league throughout West Michigan and participate in tournaments during the season.

Select players train twice per week, just like our Elite teams, and benefit from a structured and supportive development environment. This pathway is ideal for players looking for a high-quality soccer experience with a more balanced travel commitment.

  • @ MSA FIELDHOUSE

    GIRLS | MONDAY, JUNE 15th | REGISTER HERE

    • 4:30 - 6:00pm | U7, U9, U11, U13, U15, U18-U19

    • 6:30 - 8:00pm | U8, U10, U12, U14, U16-U17

    BOYS | TUESDAY, JUNE 16th | REGISTER HERE

    • 4:30 - 6:00pm | U7, U9, U11, U13, U15, U18-U19

    • 6:30 - 8:00pm | U8, U10, U12, U14, U16-U17

  • @ WEST OTTAWA HS SOUTH CAMPUS

    MONDAY, JUNE 15th

    Girls | 4:30 - 6:00pm | U7 - U19 | REGISTER HERE

    Boys | 6:30 - 8:00pm | U7 - U19 | REGISTER HERE

  • @ NORTON SHORES SOCCER COMPLEX

    MONDAY, JUNE 15th

    Girls | REGISTER HERE

    • 4:30 - 6:00pm | U7-U8, U9, U11, U13, U15-U16

    • 6:30 - 8:00pm | U10, U12, U14, U17-U19

    TUESDAY, JUNE 16th

    Boys | REGISTER HERE

    • 4:30 - 6:00pm | U7-U8, U9, U11, U13, U15-U17

    • 6:30 - 8:00pm | U10, U12, U14, U17-U19

U7 - U19

make up tryouts

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Make-Up Tryouts are available for players who, due to unavoidable circumstances, are unable to attend their scheduled tryout time, or for those invited back for further evaluation.

Please register for regular Tryouts – there is not a separate registration for Make-Up Tryouts.