8th Grade Spring Option

Overview

• During the spring season, 8th graders on the middle school team who want to push themselves to the next level will have the opportunity to also play with the high school JV team.

• Tryouts will be held at the JV team practices the week of March 23.  Thereafter, attendees will be notified by email of the coaches' decision.  

• 8th graders who make the JV team can then register on TeamSnap.

• JV practices are held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 3:15-5:30 pm at Anderson Park with games and tournaments throughout the season.  

• 8th graders playing with the JV team can choose to practice/play on whichever days fit their schedule.    

Requirements

• Must attend and prioritize the middle school practices and games.

• Must demonstrate the maturity and ability to practice at the high school level.

• Must be mindful that there is a risk of burnout when playing with 2 teams and scale back their involvement with the JV team as needed.  

Value

• Additional Ultimate practice time.

• Opportunity to practice with older, more experienced players.  

• Early exposure to high school players and team.

Cost

• $200 - half the cost of the JV program.  

How to Register

• No need to register for the tryout.  A reminder email will go out the week before with details.  

• After you've made the JV team, register using the 50% discount code, 50DISCOUNT.  

Questions

• If you have any questions, contact ben.swerdlow@montclairultimate.org.