Saskatoon Alliance Academy
ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
Saskatoon Youth Soccer Inc., in conjunction with the Alliance Advisory Committee, is proud to present the Saskatoon Alliance Academy. For players aged U11-U15, the Alliance Academy provides high-quality supplementary training opportunities designed to complement regular league games and Zone training programs. At U16 and above, players transition into the full-time Alliance Academy/PSL team program, focusing on advanced technical, tactical, and competitive development. Our player-centric model is dedicated to building players’ confidence, competence, and character. Members are encouraged to review the Alliance Program Reporting Guide for information on how to report any concerns or issues, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all players.
ALLIANCE TECHNICAL COMMITTEE:
| Ian Knight | Saskatoon Youth Soccer Inc. Technical Lead |
| Huw Morris | Saskatoon United Soccer Club (SUSC) Technical Director |
| Austin Boyski | Hollandia Soccer Club Technical Director |
| Alex Hein | Aurora Soccer Club Technical Director |
| Daniel Kelly | Lakewood Soccer Club Technical Director |
| Mike Gramiak | Eastside Youth Soccer Association Technical Director |
Alliance Coach Application
Saskatoon Youth Soccer Inc. (SYSI) is pleased to invite applications from qualified coaches to join the Saskatoon Alliance male and female programs for ages U11 to Adult. These roles offer the opportunity to work within a unified, high-quality development environment led by the SYSI Technical Lead, featuring access to top-tier facilities and ongoing professional development. Coaches will be integrated into a collaborative coaching team with mentorship provided.
Outdoor 2026 Alliance Academy/ Outdoor PSL 2026
| Birth Years | Eligibility & Tryout | Academy Details | Training Times / Days | Cost | Registration | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| U11 (2015/2016) | No Tryout Eligible players are those registered with their Zone in the Alliance League (Prem, Div 2, Div 3) | May-June 2026 | TBA | $120 | TBA | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| U12B (2014) U12G (2014) U13B (2013) U13G (2013) | Eligible players for tryouts are those registered with their Zone in the Alliance League (Prem, Div 2, Div 3) Date: TBA Time: TBA Cost: TBA | May-June 2026 | TBA | $120 | TBA | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| U14B (2012) U14G (2012) U15B (2011) U15G (2011) | Date: Sat Jan 17 & Sun Jan 18 Location: Saskatoon Sports Centre, 150 Nelson Rd Registration: Register by Wednesday Jan 14 with a fee of $75 to SYSI. Early bird pricing is available until Thurs Jan 8 for a fee of $55. Only those registered by the end of day on Wednesday Jan 14 with payment will be accepted into the tryout. Players who are sick or injured and can’t attend tryouts must contact the office, info@saskatoonyouthsoccer.ca, prior to the registration deadline. PSL Tryout times - times may be adjusted based on registration numbers.
In January, players in the Re-Evaluate category and other interested athletes not currently in the program will attend an open tryout. Already selected player will also attend tryouts to help with numbers for tryouts. Refunds may be issued if players do not need to attend. From this process, the coaching staff will: o Identify “Players of Potential” - Trial Training Opportunities • Identified “Players of Potential” may be invited to train with the respective Alliance age group team for up to four (4) sessions. • These sessions will allow for better integration and deeper assessment within the team setting. • After the trial period, the head coach will confirm whether a roster spot will be offered. Selection: Players will be notified in March | Training: The set established player fees will cover two weekly training sessions commencing April 7th until July 26, 2025. Dates for training will be determined by coach and field availability. Games: The number of province-wide entries will determine the number of regular season games. The player fee is estimated to cover 1-2 weekly games starting around May 14th/15th until July 26th. Teams should be prepared to play on weekdays and all weekends. The PSL semi-finals and finals are TBA. Families must be prepared to travel to either Regina or Saskatoon to participate in playoffs. Sports Science Sessions: The fees will cover one weekly training session for 15 weeks commencing from the week of Apr 6th to the week of July 26th with Ignite Athletics. Dates for training will be determined by SYSI and Ignite Athletics. All PSL players will be required to attend fitness testing (Date TBA) *teams will be participating this year in the Everton Camp from April 7th-10th (Price TBA) *teams attending BTB showcase April 16-19, 2026 | TBA | $1,300-1,600 (Final price TBA) training/games (playing/training kit, tracksuit, backpack included) *Families who already own the Alliance backpack and tracksuit will receive a refund once equipment has been ordered | Register here | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| U16 (2010) U17 (2009) U18 (2008) U19 (2007) | Date: Sat Jan 17 & Sun Jan 18 Location: Saskatoon Sports Centre, 150 Nelson Rd. Registration: Register by Wednesday Jan 14 with a fee of $75 to SYSI. Early bird pricing is available until Thurs Jan 8 for a fee of $55. Only those registered by the end of day on Wednesday Jan 14 with payment will be accepted into the tryout. Players who are sick or injured and can’t attend tryouts must contact the office, info@saskatoonyouthsoccer.ca, prior to the registration deadline. PSL Tryout times - times may be adjusted based on registration numbers.
In January, players in the Re-Evaluate category and other interested athletes not currently in the program will attend an open tryout. Already selected player will also attend tryouts to help with numbers for tryouts. Refunds may be issued if players do not need to attend. From this process, the coaching staff will: o Identify “Players of Potential” - Trial Training Opportunities • Identified “Players of Potential” may be invited to train with the respective Alliance age group team for up to four (4) sessions. • These sessions will allow for better integration and deeper assessment within the team setting. • After the trial period, the head coach will confirm whether a roster spot will be offered. Selection: Players will be notified in March | Training: The set established player fees will cover two weekly training sessions commencing April 7th until July 26, 2025. Dates for training will be determined by coach and field availability. Games: The number of province-wide entries will determine the number of regular season games. The player fee is estimated to cover 1-2 weekly games starting around May 14th/15th until July 26th. Teams should be prepared to play on weekdays and all weekends. The PSL semi-finals and finals are TBA. Families must be prepared to travel to either Regina or Saskatoon to participate in playoffs. Sports Science Sessions: The fees will cover one weekly training session for 15 weeks commencing from the week of Apr 6th to the week of July 26th with Ignite Athletics. Dates for training will be determined by SYSI and Ignite Athletics. All PSL players will be required to attend fitness testing (Date TBA) *teams will be participating this year in the Everton Camp from April 7th-10th (Price TBA) *teams attending BTB showcase April 16-19, 2026 | TBA | $1,300-1,600 (Final price TBA) training/games (playing/training kit, tracksuit, backpack included) *Families who already own the Alliance backpack and tracksuit will receive a refund once equipment has been ordered | Register here | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Alliance Performance Plus | U15-U17 Alliance Academy or Saskatoon Alliance PSL Participants | Outdoor Info TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
SASKATOON ALLIANCE POLICIES
| Saskatoon Alliance Culture & Environment Expectations |
| Saskatoon Alliance U15-U17 Evaluation & Tryout Process |
SASKATOON ALLIANCE IN THE MEDIA
SASKATOON ALLIANCE PLAYER RESOURCES
| Aspiring Post-Secondary Player Information & Guidance |
| Athlete Assistance Fund SYSI has a dedicated fund for those who meet eligible financial criteria. You must register your child with a Zone or the Saskatoon Alliance prior to applying for funding from the Saskatoon Youth Soccer Inc. Athlete fund. You should apply as soon as possible after your child has been registered, as it can take up to 30 days for applications to be processed. Funding cannot be applied to program that have already ended. |
ATHLETE & PROGRAM SPONSORS
We would like to sincerely thank the following businesses for making this program financially possible: Xtratime Sports Soccer Locker for their help funding the Alliance Academy program & athletes.
Program Sponsors:
For more information on the Saskatoon Alliance, email info@saskatoonyouthsoccer.ca or phone (306) 975-3414.
