2024-25 Varsity Tryout & Training Camp Information

Please note that registration is MANDATORY for all varsity tryouts. Please note the registration deadline in the table below.

Please see the link in the table below to register. More details coming June 2024.

New Student-Athletes

New student-athletes will be required to create an account using their Trent email on the Excalibur Student-Athlete Portal. Once you are logged in, please regsiter for the team you will be trying out for. Please note that you do not need to complete the education requirements (ie. CATT Concussion Education, CCES) to attend tryouts but if you make a final roster, you will be required to do this before you can participate in any games/competitions. 

Student-athletes who are under the age of 18 will need to submit the Concussion Code of Conduct and Informed Consent Form signed by a parent/guardian. These can be found in the "Files" section on the portal homepage and can be uploaded in the "Documents" section under the appropriate category.

Please note that all individuals trying out for a team must be cleared by a physician. You will not be allowed to tryout for a team without this. Please have a physician (must be a physician) complete the following form. This can also be found under "Files" on the Excalibur Student-Athlete Portal. Once completed, please upload to the "Documents" section on the Excalibur Student-Athlete Portal to be reviewed by the Excalibur Athletic Therapist & Wellness Coordinator.

• Physical Examination Findings Form (to be completed by a Physician)

Questions regarding Medical Clearance can be directed towards Nicole Menard, Excalbur Athletic Therapist & Wellness Coordinator, at nicolemenard@trentu.ca. 

Please see the important information below regarding accommodation during training camp for those trying out for sports with tryouts and training camp before the official move in days (lacrosse, rugby, rowing, and soccer).

New Student-Athlete Checklist

1. Excalibur Student-Athlete Portal Registration
2. Have a Physician complete the Physical Examination Findings Form. Upload in the "Documents" section on your Excalibur Student-Athlete Portal profile.
3. If under the age of 18, have a parent/guardian complete the Concussion Code of Conduct and Informed Consent Form and upload signed documents on your Excalibur Student-Athlete Portal profile.
4. Arrange for accommodation is necessary (see below).

Returning Student-Athletes

Please log into the Excalibur Student-Athlete Portal with your username and log in from last year. If you forget your password, please use the "Forgot you password?" function at the bottom of the log in page.

NEW FOR 2024-25 Returning student-athletes are required to be medically cleared by a physican.  Medical forms must be uploaded to your Excalibur Student-Athlete Portal by July 31, 2024. 

Please have a physician (must be a physician) complete the following form. This can also be found under "Files" on the Excalibur Student-Athlete Portal. Once completed, please upload to the "Documents" section on the Excalibur Student-Athlete Portal to be reviewed by the Excalibur Athletic Therapist & Wellness Coordinator.

• Physical Examination Findings Form (to be completed by a Physician)

Questions regarding Medical Clearance can be directed towards Nicole Menard, Excalbur Athletic Therapist & Wellness Coordinator, at nicolemenard@trentu.ca. 

ACCOMMODATION ON CAMPUS DURING TRAINING CAMP:

Many of our tryouts and training camps take place before the official move-in day for residence (TBD) and early arrivals move-in day (August 26, with advance application only, see below). If you will be requiring accommodations between your tryout and official move-in day, you will need to arrange alternate accommodations during this time.

For sports with tryouts prior to August 26, housing can be arranged through Conference Services at a rate of $68.18 + HST per night. Students will be housed in Gzowski College. *Please note this is not your permanent residence room for the school year. Gzowski College has air-conditioned rooms located in our newest residence. They offer 1 double bed per room, semi-private washrooms, and elevator access. For this style of accommodation, shampoo, soap, linen, and towels are provided. Shared washrooms will be assigned based on gender and will be shared with one other student-athlete. To make an individual reservation please contact (705) 748-1011 x 7070 or email conferences@trentu.ca. For more details, please click here. 

In addition to arranging accommodation during training camp, student-athletes are asked to apply for early move-in through their Housing Portal on MyTrent (The same portal used to apply for and select your residence). Student-athletes will be able to move into the residence they are living in for the year on Monday, August 26. Please note that food is very limited on campus prior to Labour Day weekend so please plan to arrange/bring your own food.

Only those who make arrangements for residence during training camp will be able to be accommodated. We are unable to provide on-campus accommodation for anyone who arrives at tryouts without making arrangements in advance.

IMPORTANT HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS:

For incoming first-year international students who are trying out for a team whose tryouts take place before September 1 (lacrosse, rowing, rugby, or soccer), please email uhip@trentu.ca with your name and Trent ID and indicate that you are arriving early and participating in varsity tryouts. This is required to ensure you have adequate health coverage in the event of an injury. If you are a returning student-athlete, this does not apply to you as your 2023/2024 UHIP coverage covers you until August 31, 2024.

Questions regarding UHIP health insurance for international students can be directed to uhip@trentu.ca. 

2024-25 Tryout Schedule and Information

Coaches will make decisions regarding continued participation in tryouts and training camps at their discretion. Training camps will run from tryouts to the first regular season game. Student-athletes who make the team roster must make arrangements to ensure they are available for training camps. We strongly encourage all athletes to contact the coach of their team prior to attending any sessions

Please arrive 30-60 minutes early for your first tryout.

For more information, please contact varsity@trentu.ca.