The LA Galaxy announced today that they will hold their second annual Open Tryout from February 9-12 at The Home Depot Center. This year's tryout will again be open to male players 18 years of age or older who believe that they can perform at the MLS level. Galaxy Director of Soccer Paul Bravo, along with former Galaxy assistant coach Ralph Perez and select other Galaxy approved assessors, will oversee the trials.
Similar to last year, applications for the event can be found at www.lagalaxy.com and space is again very limited. Registration costs $150 and all applicants must have a valid email address so that the club can communicate with them in advance of the tryout.
College players with any eligibility remaining are not permitted to participate in the tryout per NCAA rules and regulations, while current professional players must have a letter of release from their current club.
Last year's Open Tryout was an unprecedented success with two players, Rui Fortes and Laurent Merlin, who later went on to play for Chivas USA, being selected from the capacity group of 800 players from more than 20 countries on six continents who participated in the event. The tryout was also a significant story in the global media with outlets including BBC, CNN, ESPN, Sky and many more covering the proceedings.
The 2008 MLS season is just around the corner and the LA Galaxy are now accepting deposits for the 2008 season. A non-refundable deposit of just $100 per seat secures your place for each 2008 Galaxy regular season game, plus great benefits including exclusive events with the team, special season seat holder gifts, and much more! Call 1-877-3GALAXY or visit www.lagalaxy.com for more details or to purchase your 2008 Galaxy season seats.
