The New York Red Bulls Winter Regional Select Program is back for 2026, offering elite travel soccer players ages U9 through U12 the opportunity to train, compete, and advance along the Red Bulls player pathway. Designed for young athletes aiming to elevate their game, the program provides a professional environment where participants can develop technical skills, tactical understanding, and the mental toughness required to succeed at higher levels.
Tryouts are scheduled at multiple locations across New Jersey and New York, giving families convenient options to participate in this high-level youth soccer program. The program emphasizes skill development, competitive experience, and exposure to academy-level coaching, ensuring that players leave with tangible improvements and a deeper understanding of the game.
The 2026 Winter Regional Select tryout schedule includes:
Red Bulls Training Facility, Whippany, NJ – Saturday, October 18th | 5:00 pm / 6:30 pm*
Calvert Vaux Park, Brooklyn, NY – Sunday, October 19th | 3:00 pm / 4:30 pm*
North Broadway Field, Yonkers, NY – Saturday, October 25th | 10:00 am / 11:30 am*
Cranford Recreation Center, Cranford, NJ – Sunday, October 26th | 5:00 pm / 6:30 pm*
Shetik Field, Secaucus, NJ – Sunday, October 26th | 10:00 am / 11:30 am*
*Times vary by age group.
Participation in the Winter Regional Select Program is an excellent way for young players to build confidence, sharpen their technical skills, and test themselves against top-level competition. Players also have the chance to increase visibility for potential Showcase or Academy-level opportunities, laying the foundation for a competitive spring season.
The program goes beyond skill training, focusing on the development of physical fitness, tactical awareness, and mental resilience, all essential attributes for aspiring soccer athletes. Along the way, participants will meet peers from across the region, forging new rivalries and friendships while learning to compete at a higher standard.
With limited spaces available at each location, early registration is encouraged to ensure a spot in the tryouts. This is a rare opportunity for young players to gain direct access to Red Bulls coaching expertise and integrate into one of the most respected player development pathways in the region.
For families looking to provide their aspiring soccer players with professional training opportunities, exposure to high-level competition, and the chance to take their game to the next level, the 2026 Winter Regional Select Program is an unmissable experience. For more information on youth soccer programs, tryouts, and training opportunities across New Jersey, visit Explore New Jersey Soccer.
