The Gippsland Soccer League is seeking an Expression of Interest from talented Gippsland players for the Emerging Talent Program (ETP) boys teams and girls development squads in 2016.

Trials will commence on Monday 12th October 2016. Confirmation on times and training venues will be sent out to all registered players.

To register your Expression of Interest please follow the link below and complete the form no later than:
5.00pm Friday 9th October 2015.
http://www.foxsportspulse.com/assoc_page.cgi?client=1-8852-0-0-0&&news_task=DETAIL&articleID=35981730

The program is now looking for talented players who are motivated and possess qualities such as: dedication, positive attitude, high level of commitment to training and looking at challenging themselves further in the game.

Boys FFV 2016 Competition Age Groups are the following:

U/13 BOYS
Born – Jan 1st 2003 – 31st Dec 2004
U/14 BOYS
Born – Jan 1st 2002 – 31st Dec 2002
U/15 BOYS
Born – Jan 1st 2001 – 31st Dec 2001
U/16 BOYS
Born – Jan 1st 2000 – 31st Dec 2000
U/18 BOYS
Born – Jan 1st 1998 – 31st Dec 1999

Girls Development Squad Age Groups are the following:

U/14 GIRLS
Born – Jan 1st 2002 – 31st Dec 2003
U/16 GIRLS
Born – Jan 1st 2000 – 31st Dec 2001

Note: Girls selected in ETP Development Squads will participate in the GSL Club competitions and also be eligible to represent GSL Squads at Country Championships.

ETP Overview

The ETP was established in 2014 after discussions with GSL Club Presidents that identified a greater need to improve and develop a sustainable ‘Talented Player Pathway’ across the Gippsland region. The program is also part of the GSL Board’s vision to provide Gippsland players a platform for entering into State Representative Teams, National Premier Leagues and ‘A’ and ‘W’ League levels.

The ETP takes a holistic approach to football with a strong focus on long term development while also serving as a pathway between Community Clubs, GSL Representative Squads & the FFA Skills Acquisition Program. The program is also partnered with the Gippsland Sports Academy and has also established strong links with Melbourne City FC and Central Coast Mariners FC.

For more information please contact:
Peter Boyes on 0407 543 150 or Mark Cassar 0478 879 304.