The MIFC Select program is designed for players who love the game, but also want to maintain a balance to pursue school extracurricular activities, and be multi-sport athletes, while still pushing themselves to be competitive and develop as players and people. The Select program provides the opportunity to represent the MI community in locally-based leagues while continuing to pursue athletic achievement and growth.

Tryouts, League, and Post Season

Tryouts: May (U16-U19 boys in late February).

Each MIFC Select team will play in the NPSL, promoting locally-based, competitive spccer that focuses on growth, learning, and being community-oriented.

• Commitment to June - January soccer
• Expectation that players will attend all scheduled practices and games

Year-Round Opportunity

• May – August: Practices 2x per week and team-determined tournaments throughout the summer
• August - November: League play in NPSL*
• December: Break
• January – April: Winter/Optional Spring League Play, State tournaments** (NPSL Founders Cup takes place in January)

*NPSL division placement will be dependent on the best fit and most competitive environment for each team.

**Spring League is optional for boys, and not included in fees. Girls U15-U18 have league play December-March to avoid HS school team participation.

While MIFC Select players are able to have more flexibility in their activities across a year, players are expected to commit to all practices and games unless discussed with the coach. Soccer should be prioritized in the fall/winter months as the primary sport. Families should be prepared for multiple summer tournaments. Parent involvement is greater than in Recreational teams, with each requiring a team manager, treasurer, and referee-in-pool.