Shawnee Mission East
Lancers
Boys & Girls Soccer

Tryout information is below for the 2025 Girls Season:

 

1) Make sure that you have all the necessary paperwork done.  BEFORE the 1st day of tryouts.  We begin tryouts at 3:15 PM and will not have time to collect a ton of paperwork.  All paperwork needs to be completed BEFORE the first day of tryouts.  Make a copy of the Physical Form before you turn it in, just in case.  Please turn into our new AD Secretary, Jeanne Dusek <jeannedusek@smsd.org> in person or scan/PDF and e-mail to her.

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- Sports Physicals and Paperwork

This paperwork is required for all students participating in high school athletics.  I have attached a copy of the paperwork to this email.  Remember, physicals must have occurred after May 1, 2024, to be valid for the 2024-25 school year.  SMSD includes several additional pieces of paperwork with the form.  Here’s what’s included in the packet.

• KSHSAA Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation Instructions - p. 1

• KSHSAA Pre-Participation Physical Evaluation - p. 2-5  

• KSHSAA Eligibility Checklist - p. 6

• *KSHSAA Pre-Participation COVID-19 Questionnaire and Health Care Provider Release - p. 7-8 - NEW

• SMSD Concussion and Head Injury Information and Release Form - p. 9-10

• SMSD Transportation Release Form - p. 11

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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2) - Skyward Online Verification Forms

These forms are accessed through your Skyward account.  For families who are new to SMSD, I believe that the school office is the best contact to be able to get Skyward access.  Both parents/guardians and students must complete them.  Step 6 is specifically focused on athletics and activities.

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TRYOUT STUFF

 

1. When do tryouts begin?  Monday, March 3rd thru Thursday, March 6th.

 

2. What time do tryouts start? 

 

a. SM East lower turf field:  3:15 to 5:15

       

3. What do I need to wear? 

a. A white penny with a number on it will be provided for you.  You will turn it back

in at the end of tryouts.

b. Shin guards with socks covering them completely.

c. Sweat pants, stocking cap, gloves, sweat shirt if we are outside and it is cold.  

d. Soccer shoes and running shoes (in case we are inside).

 

4. What do I need to bring?  A LARGE water jug with your name written on it so you do not have to go back into the building to fill up your water jug. 

 

5. Do I need to bring a soccer ball?  NO, we have plenty of soccer balls for everyone! 

 

6. What does the coaching staff expect during tryouts?  As a staff we are constantly looking for the player who can make a difference and be an impact player at the varsity level or the level we feel they would best fit.  Skill level, speed of play, vision, work ethic, fitness level, and attitude are just part of what goes into the evaluation process.  As a coaching staff we want to make sure we place players on teams that will allow them to grow and become a better player.  

 

7. Does everyone who made a team last year automatically make it again?  No!  As we evaluate players, we constantly compare players to their ability last year and see if there has been growth in the non-high school season.  It is possible that another player or a younger player could win a spot away from a returning player.  Again, we want to make sure each player is playing at the level that will benefit their personal growth and the program.

 

8. When are cuts made?

 

a. First cuts could be made after the third full day of tryouts.  After we have had a chance to evaluate everyone for three days, we could post first-round cuts.

b. Final cuts will be made after the fourth full day of tryouts, but teams may or may not be formed for a few days later and movement between teams is always possible. 

c. Cuts are posted on the website http://eakellyj.wixsite.com/smesoccer under the Girls Teams - 2025 Tab

 

9. What if I make a team other than my desired team of Varsity, Junior Varsity, or C-Team?  

 

a. As a staff we are continuously evaluating player growth.  If we feel at some time during the season that there is a need for change or if a player is playing extremely well, we will make the move and promote that player.  At the same time, we may feel it is in the best interest of the player to move from Varsity to JV or JV to the C-team.  

b. If you want to meet with the coaching staff about your placement, anytime the week after tryouts by appointment would be the appropriate time. 

 

10. What if I don’t make a team at all?  

 

a. If you do not make a team this season and you want to know why, please make an appointment with the coaching staff for the week after tryouts.  We will go over your tryout evaluation.  All players that do not make a team, are encouraged to go out for track or another spring sport (Softball, Swimming, Lacrosse Club Sport - Not affiliated with SME).

b. Remember:  We have had players not make the team one year but come back the following year improved and make a team. 

 

11. What will the coaching staff not discuss when meeting with a player about tryouts? 

 

a. We will not discuss other players’ tryout evaluations.  

b. We will not discuss club soccer coach’s evaluations of you.

 

Thank you for your time, effort, and school spirit this year!

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SME COACHING STAFF