
What is the Competitive Program?
The Competitive program is our flagship program which offers both Fall & Spring competitive travel soccer. You are joining a long line of success. We have received State & Regional success consistently through the years and recently sent 12 teams (U13-U18) to the Far West Regional & Far West Presidents Cup in the 2021 & 22 Spring Season. Teams will receive regular & planned coaching in from Billings United coaches while we strive to provide to best developmental soccer education in the state. Teams travel throughout Montana & beyond to compete against the best there is, to challenge these aspiring athletes & give them an awesome, fun, and engaging experience as part of our inclusive & supportive Billings United community.
How does it work?
Assessment:
Players are assessed according to their birth year for 3 practice sessions throughout a week period. Players are encouraged to attend all days if possible.
Grouping:
Players are then grouped into teams according to developmental level:
• U9’s-U15’s need to train with players of similar ability
• Multiple teams are created within age groups based on ability if required.
• There is some fluidity for players to move between teams in age group based on their potential development during the season.
Coaching:
Staff Coaches
• Work with a specific team in development group
• Assist directors with evaluating players
• Implement sessions & provide feedback
Timbers & Thorns Directors
• Create season plan
• Create and implement session plans, club curriculum
• Work with staff coaches in development group to improve player development
Spring Season: January – June
Season Fee: 7v7 Teams $575, 9v9 & 11v11 Teams $975, and includes a Full Uniform and the following:
Training & dedicated team coach/coaches
• March – June: 2-3 sessions per week
Games
• 4 game dates minimum: anticipated first league date 1st week of April
Tournaments
• 2 tournaments (Expense for additional tournaments are covered by the parents of the team)
U14 & below – Stockman Bank Magic City Classic & 1 other
U15 Above – 2 other including the option of Alliance Showcase event in Portland, OR(Dec).
Find your age
Fall 2021 – Spring 2022 seasons
Birth Year 2013 (U9)
Birth year 2012 (u10)
Birth year 2011 (u11)
Birth year 2010 (U12)
Birth year 2009 (U13)
Birth year 2008 (U14)
Birth year 2007 (U15)
Birth year 2006 (U16)
Birth year 2005 (U17)
Birth year 2004 (U18)
Birth year 2003 (U19)
Tryout Details
2015-2010 (Nov 1st & 2nd)
2009-2004 (Nov 8th & 10th)
Tryout times 4:00-9:00 pm (90 min session)
Tryout times are subject to time changes. All participants will receive confirmation before tryout dates.
Tryout fee $25. Registration deadline October 21st 2022. (Late registration fee $35)