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Football Trials Tips
Does it seems like anything you do doesn’t work? While for lower leagues, physicals are most important, what does it take to succeed in a football trial & enter professional football?
More than 90% of recruits will receive the devastating news that they just aren’t good enough for a career at the top of the game. There are a lot of young potential stars out there & very few places to be filled.
Most coaches aren’t looking for raw talent. You’re going to need it but the people in the know are looking for something else too... character & a few other things briefly mentioned below.
If you think you’ve got what it takes to succeed, you’ve got to give yourself the best possible chance of being spotted
Correct Mindset
Being on trial puts your mind to the test.
It is best to approach it with a positive mindset. Managers are not attempting to demonstrate that you are not good enough.
They are rooting for you.
They are fascinated by the prospect of discovering uncut diamonds. There is no need to do something extraordinary, like dribbling past ten men.
Take pleasure in the challenge and play to your strengths.
Remember: You will be evaluated based on your entire performance, not just a few highlights.
Positive Mental Attitude
Support your teammates without expecting anything in return. They should be encouraged. Maintain a polite demeanor toward everyone on and off the field.
You have come to play football, right?
That is your specialty. Keep that in mind. If it does not work out the first time, simply dust off your boots and try again. Do not give up once you have achieved your goal. Return to your previous position.
Remember: Be as humble in triumph as you are in defeat. Make sure you learn from your mistakes.
Mistakes are wonderful. Have a good time and smile.
Play to your strengths
Are you trying to figure out how to get rid of your flaws?
What if you flipped the script and focused on your talents instead?
It is impossible to excel in everything.
"Strengths are not things you are good at; they are things that make you stronger."
A strength is an activity that you look forward to doing before you do it; while you are doing it, time passes swiftly and you can concentrate; and when you have completed it, it appears to satisfy a need of yours."
according to Marcus Buckingham (an author & a strength strategist)
Remember: Forget about your flaws.
All of these signals should be communicated to say, "I’m here & I’m ready to be a professional footballer"
Be physically prepared
Get into the finest physical condition you can.
Prepare yourself for the tryout by doing a variety of long distance runs, speed work, and technical drills.
Demonstrate to the coach that you are physically fit. Demonstrate that you are physically capable of playing 90 minutes of high-intensity football.
Remember: There is just no reason why you should not be. By playing competitive football for only 50-60 minutes, you will dramatically reduce your chances of success in our football trials.
Awareness
Pay attention to the coach's directions.
Keep an eye on what is going on all across the field. Raise your head and scan the area.
Make mental maps of your opponents and teammates.
Get into the best position possible, both with and without the ball. Adapt to challenging situations and come up with innovative answers. Speak up. Make a big noise. Become a leader.
Remember: By concentrating on what you excel at, you can dramatically improve your chances of success in football.
Never give up
Negative information attracts a lot of attention. For every positive memory, people remember four negative ones.
Don't.
In antique shops, an antique watch is priceless; in modern ones, it is useless. Continue looking until you locate a club that can assess your genuine ability and meet your expectations.
Experts are always made, not born. Go all the way... NEVER GIVE UP
Remember: Football is an opinion game. Everybody has one
Thanks,am Chukwumela Prince Olowu from Omoku in ONELGA of Rivers State, Nigeria. I am a Nigerian,who needs help to become a professional player through a genuine link to meet a professional club. I can play 4,10 and 8 but can adopt to play any position based on the coach need. You can reach me through my phone number +2347067419916 or No 7 Akaputa/Ezeohali Street Off Police Road Omoku in ONELGA of Rivers State,Nigeria. Thanks,and I will be grateful if you consider my request.
Hello Prince. You can send your CV to players@euflash.johnnyvps.com
The minimum requirements for a CV to get approved are following:
1. Contact details
This may seem obvious, but without contact details (!!!) we will reject your CV instantly. Mandatory fields:
Name
Contact number
Email address
2. Personal Bio
This section should include:
Nationality
D.O.B (Date of birth)
Height
Weight
Preferred Position
Other positions
Preferred foot
3. Your Profile
Opinion based section. Be concise and write for the reader. Demonstrate your enthusiasm and determination. What you can bring to your team and why they should recruit you as a promising footballer?
4. Vital Stats & Key Skills
List your current season physical statistics, awards, previous tournaments and any languages you speak. Different characteristics depending on the player’s position so be careful with that.
Mandatory fields:
Agility
Speed
Stamina
Positional sense
Crossing ability
Vertical jump.
Average distance covered in a game.
20m sprint speed.
etc.
5. Playing Experience
Detail your career history in a table. Give us an insight into whether you are a player who likes to stay at one team, or if you are open to moving for new opportunities.
Always list the most recent team first.
Include:
Year
Club
League
Country
Appearances
Goals
Assists
6. Links to highlights
Make sure you have some video footage of you playing. Include both a highlight reel and full game. Best Cv’s contain 10 minutes video highlights from each last season game and a few (5 – 8) last season full games. Aim in variety. Include games with several opponents (strong & weak) from different positions in league table, cup games from same or different leagues.
Coaches want to see how you move off the ball, how you interact with teammates and how you respond to other situations.
It is important to show yourself at your best, showcasing a variety of skills.
7. References
You will need to include references so we can do our necessary checks and feel comfortable that you are going to fit into our trial squad.
Ask the person for permission to use them as a reference. People you should include here are, previous coaches, managers or agents. Write their full name, position and contact details
8. Educational Qualifications
It’s not all about football abilities. Coaches want to know that you take all areas of your development seriously, and that includes your academic education. This will also show coaches your ability to learn and listen to instructions.
Record any qualifications, starting with those who are football specific
9. Any Additional Info About You
You are free to add any further information you think it will strengthen you CV