Men's Soccer Tryouts

The Mariners and Prospects U21 team welcome tryouts on Tuesday, August 4

Charlie Smith, striker, attacks the net while playing with the VIU Mariners men's soccer team
PACWEST all-star Charlie Smith attacks the net during a 2025 home game against the Douglas Royals. An open tryout for the 2026 squad and U21 prospects team is taking place on Tuesday, August 4. Photo: Mary Kessenich
July 20, 2026

Men's Soccer Open Tryout: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Harewood Turf West, 740 Howard Ave., Nanaimo
7 pm to 9 pm

VIU students or prospective VIU students are invited to try out for the VIU Mariners. Student-athletes must be enrolled in a minimum of 9 course credits during the varsity season (September to December).

Grade 11 and 12 students are invited to try out for the VIU Prospects U21 team. 

There is no charge to attend, but please e-mail VIU Men's Soccer head coach Kevin Lindo if you plan to take part or if you have any questions.