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Development Pathway

FC Charleston’s Development Pathway is designed to support players at every stage of their soccer journey, from their first touch on the ball to high level competitive play. Each program builds on the previous one, helping players grow their skills, confidence, and understanding of the game over time. Select a tab to learn more about each program and access links to their individual pages.

Begin your Soccer Journey

FC Charleston’s MLS GO program introduces players ages 4 to 6 to soccer in a fun and engaging environment. Through games, ball mastery activities, and small sided play, players build foundational skills while developing a lifelong love for the game as part of Major League Soccer’s MLS GO recreational program.

Build the Foundations

FC Charleston’s Development Program introduces players ages 6 to 8 to the core fundamentals of soccer in a fun and supportive environment. Through ball mastery training, small sided games, and structured sessions led by experienced coaches, players build coordination, technical skills, and teamwork while continuing to grow their love for the game.

Develop your Game

FC Charleston’s Junior Academy provides players ages 8 to 12 with a challenging and supportive environment focused on technical development, game understanding, and overall athletic growth. Players train up to three times per week with team sessions, skills training, and speed and agility work, while competing in tournaments throughout the year to apply their development in competitive matches.

Compete at the Next Level

FC Charleston’s Academy Select Program provides players ages 13 to 19 with a competitive environment designed to challenge and advance their development. Through high level team training, skills work, and speed and agility sessions, players continue refining their technical abilities while competing in tournaments throughout the year and preparing for the next level of the game.

âš½ FC Charleston Tryouts

Where Players Grow, Compete, and Love the Game


2026-27 Tryouts

We are excited to welcome new and returning players to this year’s FC Charleston tryouts. This is a great opportunity for players to experience our training environment, meet our coaches, and become part of a club that values development, teamwork, and passion for the game.


âš½ Come train, compete, and grow with FC Charleston.

We can’t wait to see the next generation of FC Charleston players on the field.

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2026-27 Tryout Schedule

Junior Academy (U8-U12) Boys

Age Group Dates Time Location
U8 Boys (Aug. 1st, 2018-July 31st,2019) 4/27, 4/29, 5/4 5-6:20PM Longpoint
U9 Boys (Aug. 1st, 2017-July 31st, 2018) 4/28, 5/1, 5/5 5-6:20PM Longpoint
U10 Boys (Aug. 1st,2016-July 31st, 2017) 4/29 6:30-7:40PM Longpoint
4/30 6:30-7:40PM Longpoint
5/5 6:30-7:40PM Longpoint
U11 Boys (Aug. 1st, 2015-July 31st, 2016) 4/30 5-6:20PM Longpoint
5/2 9-10:15AM Longpoint
5/5 5-6:20PM Longpoint
U12 Boys (Aug. 1st, 2014-July 31st, 2015) 4/28 5-6:20PM Longpoint
5/1 6:30-7:40PM Longpoint
5/2 10:30-11:45AM Longpoint

Junior Academy (U8-U12) Girls

Age Group Dates Time Location
U8 Girls (Aug. 1st,2018-July 31st, 2019) 4/27, 4/29, 5/4 5-6:20PM Trident Academy
U9 Girls (Aug. 1st, 2017-July 31st, 2018) 4/28, 5/1, 5/5 5-6:20PM Trident Academy
U10 Girls (Aug. 1st, 2016-July 31st, 2017) 4/29 6:30-7:40PM Trident Academy
4/30 6:30-7:40PM Trident Academy
5/5 6:30-7:40PM Trident Academy
U11 Girls (Aug. 1st, 2015-July 31st, 2016) 4/30 5-6:20PM Trident Academy
5/2 9-10:15AM Trident Academy
5/5 5-6:20PM Trident Academy
U12 Girls (Aug. 1st, 2014-July 31st, 2015) 4/28 5-6:20PM Trident Academy
5/1 6:30-7:40PM Trident Academy
5/2 10:30-11:45AM Trident Academy

Academy Select (U13-U19)

Age Group Dates Time Location
U13 Boys (Aug. 1st, 2013-July 31st, 2014) 5/5 6:30-7:40PM Trident Academy
5/7 6:30-7:40PM Trident Academy
5/9 9-10:15AM Trident Academy
U13 Girls (Aug. 1st, 2013-July 31st, 2014) 5/5 5-6:20PM Trident Academy
5/7 5-6:20PM Trident Academy
5/9 10:30-11:45AM Trident Academy
U14 Boys (Aug. 1st, 2012-July 31st, 2013) 5/4 6:30-7:40PM Trident Academy
5/5 6:30-7:40PM Trident Academy
5/7 12:30-1:45PM Trident Academy
U14 Girls (Aug. 1st, 2012-July 31st, 2013) 5/4 5-6:20PM Trident Academy
5/5 5-6:20PM Trident Academy
5/7 2-3:15PM Trident Academy
U15 Boys (Aug. 1st, 2011-July 31st, 2012) 5/5 5-6:20PM Trident Academy
5/7 5-6:20PM Trident Academy
5/9 10:30-11:45AM Trident Academy
U15 Girls (Aug. 1st, 2011-July 31st, 2012) 5/5 5-6:20PM Trident Academy
5/7 5-6:20PM Trident Academy
5/9 10:30-11:45AM Trident Academy
U16-U19 Boys (Aug. 1st, 2010-July 31st, 2008) 5/12 5:30-6:45PM Trident Academy
5/13 5:30-6:45PM Trident Academy
5/14 5:30-6:45PM Trident Academy
U16-U19 Girls (Aug. 1st, 2010-July 31st, 2008) 5/12 7-8:15PM Trident Academy
5/13 7-8:15PM Trident Academy
5/14 7-8:15PM Trident Academy