TRYOUTS
For the 2025 / 2026 Soccer Year

Boys 2015
Existing Team
Saturday, April 5th at 11 AM
Monday, April 7th at 7 PM

Boys 2016
Existing Team
Saturday, April 5th at 9 AM
Monday, April 7th at 6 PM

Boys 2017 - New Team Forming!
Professional Head Coach: To Be Determined
Sunday, April 6th at 3 PM
Wednesday, April 9th at 7 PM

Boys 2018 - New Team Forming!
Professional Head Coach: Pat Lordi
Sunday, April 6th at 1 PM
Wednesday, April 9th at 6 PM

Girls 2016 - New Team Forming!
Professional Head Coach: To Be Determined
Saturday, April 5th at 10 PM
Tuesday, April 7th at 6 PM

Girls 2017 - New Team Forming!
Professional Head Coach: To Be Determined
Sunday, April 6th at 4 PM
Wednesday, April 9th at 7 PM

Girls 2018 - New Team Forming!
Professional Head Coach: Pat Lordi
Sunday, April 6th at 2 PM
Wednesday, April 9th at 6 PM

All tryouts take place at PENN Fields at Midway.

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Pat Lordi, Director Of Coaching
Pat Lordi, Director Of Coaching

33 Years of head coaching experience at the Youth, High School, State and Regional level.

USSF A License
USSF National Youth License
NSCAA Advanced National Diploma
NSCAA Level 3 Goalkeeper Certification
NSCAA Special Topics Certification
NSCAA Goalkeeping Certification
Head Coach - EPYSA Boys ODP 1998 Age Group 2008-2012
EPYSA Olympic Development Program Staff
EPYSA Educational staff
Camp Owner & Director of the Star Soccer Academy

Coaching for over 30 years, Pat's core philosophy is to foster the passion and growth of young players. Through proper training, instruction and competition, each player can realize their potential and play at the highest level possible.

Our goal is to provide high-quality player development with proven and consistent coaching, aiming to build competitive players and teams. We are dedicated to instilling in our players the values of dedication, hard work, and practice, and to demonstrate how these principles translate into the rewards and enjoyment of success.

Our primary focus is to develop all players from the youngest age groups, progressively working towards creating competitive teams that can excel at the highest levels of competition.

  • A competitive soccer environment for players to learn while instilling a love for the game.

  • The PENN Travel program has a curriculum determined by PENN Director of Coaching, Pat Lordi, and is implemented by professional trainers.

  • Professional Coaching with a focus on developing technical ability.

  • Currently forming boys and girls teams in the U8, U9, U10, and U11 age groups for the 2025 / 2026 Soccer Year.

  • Current Birth Years: 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018.

  • Most travel teams play year-round.

  • Teams participate in any number of leagues, including EDP, ICSL or The Rock League.

  • Teams are formed on one year age groupings.

  • Teams compete against teams from other area clubs.

  • Participation on travel teams is determined by competitive tryouts.

  • Tryouts are held once each year in the spring.

  • Players may be added throughout the year if there is an opening, and if they are competitive players.

Please submit any specific questions to Pat Lordi at doc@pennathleticsclub.com.

COACHING
Coaches are licensed professionals who bring significant training experience to their teams.

TRAINING
All teams have professional trainers for their training sessions.

TOURNAMENTS
Teams participate in local tournaments during the Spring, Summer, and Fall seasons.

UNIFORM
A full uniform kit includes a Primary Game Jersey, an Alternate Game Jersey, Black Pocketless Shorts, Black Socks, and a Training Shirt. Other optional items may be purchased, like warm ups, back packs and extras.

SEASONS
Travel Soccer teams are generally year-round, with each season structured to cater to the specific needs and goals of each individual team.
Summer
The Summer season begins in July and ends in August. Teams train 2-3 times a week.
Fall
The Fall season begins in September and ends in November. Teams train 2-3 times a week with games on the weekends, mostly on Saturdays.
Winter
The Winter season begins in January and ends in March. Most teams train once or twice a week. Some teams participate in an indoor soccer league(s) as well.
Spring
The Spring season begins in April and ends in June. Teams train 2-3 times a week with games on the weekends, mostly on Sundays.

TEAM MANAGEMENT
PENN Athletics is primarily responsible for overseeing the administrative tasks essential for each team, thus allowing our dedicated coaches to concentrate solely on honing training regimens and fostering the growth of our players.

REGISTRATION FEE
The Registration Fee varies from team to team, depending on their age, level of play, and specific requirements. It covers all team costs, including but not limited to coaches, trainers, tournaments, leagues, referees, fields, equipment, administration, and any other essential team expenses necessary for the successful execution of the season.