Tryouts — Nostra Domina Soccer Club (2026–2027 Season)

What Families Can Expect | 2026/2027 Season

Nostra Domina Soccer Club

Season Timeline

Preseason: August
Fall Season: September – November
Winter Training Block: December – February
Spring Season: March – June

Our year is structured intentionally, not rushed, not overloaded, but aligned with long-term development.

Training Structure

2–3 team training sessions per week (4x/week in August)
Weekend matches during Fall & Spring seasons
Winter training focused on technical and positional development
Small roster model

Smaller rosters mean:

More repetitions
More decisions
More game minutes
More responsibility

Development cannot happen from the bench.

Our Training Environment

Nostra Domina’s training is built around our methodology grounded in academic theory.

Sessions include:

Positional and possession-based games
Decision-making under pressure
Differential learning
Competitive play in representative spaces

We do not isolate skills out of context.
We design environments that allow learning to emerge.

The player owns the journey.
We create the conditions.

Competition Structure

League play in Fall & Spring
Select tournaments (team dependent)
Winter training phase focused on growth

Competition is important, but training drives the calendar.

Tuition

Full season tuition details are shared upon acceptance.

Payment plans are available. Scholarships available based off need.

We believe in transparency, sustainability, and commitment, not pressure.

Uniforms

Returning players may continue using current kits.
New players will receive ordering details upon acceptance.

Tryout Process

Players train within a normal session environment.
Coaches evaluate throughout the entire practice.
Decisions are shared within a few days.

We evaluate:

Adaptability
Coachability
Character
Decision-making
Game understanding

Not just physical dominance.

TRYOUT INFORMATION

March 23, 2026
Francis Desmares Elementary School Soccer Field — Flemington, NJ

Nostra Domina Soccer Club is forming teams for the 2026–2027 season, and we are hosting open tryouts for local and non-local players. These tryouts will take place within a normal training session. Players will train, play, and scrimmage as they normally would. We believe the best way to understand a player is to see them in the game, in movement, in decision-making, and in relationship with others.

Bring:
Water
Appropriate footwear
Shin guards
A positive attitude

Free to attend — registration required.

Discover what parents and players are saying about Nostra Domina Soccer Club and it’s coaches.

“Coach Portillo has had a tremendous positive effect on my son and his team’s development over the past season. He is engaging and encouraging with great technique and expertise. His ability to explain the game to young players and connect with them is wonderful to watch in action. A great coach and a great person, my son has benefited greatly from his time with him on the pitch. Highly recommended!”

Cary

Parent

“Coach Michael has been instrumental in my daughter’s soccer development. He instilled a strong understanding of the game and foundation in all of the girls and my daughter is a confident and well rounded player because of him and his coaching philosophy. Coach Michael is a positive and inspiring youth coach!”

Giles Family

Parent

“Coach Michael was an amazing coach! He was supportive and enthusiastic to the entire team. At every practice and game, he displayed leadership qualities with his exceptional soccer skills, game knowledge, athletic mental support, and promoted field communication among every player. My daughter needed extra support with her confidence and positivity, and Coach Michael gave her the encouragement she needed to be the great player she is today! He has been greatly missed as her coach and there needs to be more coaches like him! Thank you, Coach Michael!”

Randazzo Family

Parent

“My daughter has played soccer since she was 3 years old. She always played with the same group of girls. When we decided to move over an hour away we had to find a team for her. We found a new team and Coach Michael was her new coach. He worked hard to help her fit in with the other girls on the field. Made her feel as if she was always part of the team and never left out. Coach Mike always makes his players feel confident on the field. He sees an error and uses it as an opportunity to teach the kids from it to make them better players.”

Erica

Parent

“Coach Portillo has an exceptional ability to teach technical skills while fostering teamwork and sportsmanship”

Viviana

Parent

“We feel fortunate to have Coach Michael as a coach and would highly recommend him to any family looking for a caring, talented, and inspiring coach for their children.”

Sophie

Parent

“Coach Michael’s training sessions are both fun and challenging, helping the kids improve their skills and confidence on and off the field. He encourages hard work but always keeps the experience enjoyable.”

Rahul

Parent

“Coach Michael creates a positive and supportive environment where kids feel comfortable learning and growing in their soccer skills. He focuses not only on technique but also on teamwork, sportsmanship, and confidence-building. It’s clear that he genuinely cares about each player’s development and enjoyment of the game.

If you’re looking for a coach who is fantastic with young athletes, Coach Michael is the perfect choice!”

Arnold Family

Parent