Frequently Asked Questions
What is Comba FC’s Mission Statement?
The mission of COMBA FC is to prepare athletes for the next level of competition. We commit to do this through age appropriate training, a positive development environment, and maintaining a fun enjoyable experience. Focusing on the players first, each individual should have strong fundamentals, confidence, and good sportsmanship to carry them to their highest potential. Focusing on teamwork second, each individual will have a strong understanding of their individual role and how this creates a stronger team. Our organization believes it starts with quality coaches and organizational volunteers who are passionate, supportive and exemplary role models of sportsmanship.
What is Comba FC?
Pronounced kōm.ba. This is a Columbian word for “to bend the ball”. Established in 2015, Comba is a Member Organization of UYSA. Founders Tracy Burnett and Alejandro Gutierez (Guti) wanted to provide a different experience and specific field play.
When are tryouts?
U10/2012 and younger will be the week of May 24, 2021
U11/2011 and older will be the week of June 1, 2021
For the latest tryout information, check out our Tryouts page here
How do I decide what age group my player is?
Competitive Soccer divides teams based on birth year. Players can play up/older age groups, but are not allowed to play down/younger age groups.
| 2021/22 Seasonal Year | |
| Birth Year | Age Group |
| 2004 | U18 |
| 2005 | U17 |
| 2006 | U16 |
| 2007 | U15 |
| 2008 | U14 |
| 2009 | U13 |
| 2010 | U12 |
| 2011 | U11 |
| 2012 | U10 |
| 2013 | U9 |
| 2014 | U8 |
| 2015 | U7 |
How often do you practice? Where?
Comba FC ages U10 and older practices year round, 2 times per week. U9 teams practice year round, 2 times per week in Summer/Fall/Spring and once a week during Winter. U7 -U8 teams practice year round, 2 times per week in Fall/Spring and once a week during Summer/Winter. Most Comba teams practice at Millrace Park 1200 W 5400 S, Murray, Utah (Summer, Fall and Spring). Currently, winter practice are at the state of the art Riverbend Sports Complex 1085 Winding River Cv, Salt Lake City, UT 84104.
Where is Comba FC located?
Comba players come from all over the Salt Lake Valley. Our practice and home fields are in fairly central locations with easy freeway access.
Uniforms
Comba FC operates on a 2 year cycle. New uniform cycle began with the 2021/22 season. These uniforms will be used through the end of the 2022/23 season
More information about Uniforms and Fan Gear visit here
Coaches
Meet the coaches page here
What are Comba FC fee’s?
The total cost for playing competitive soccer is comprised of several components. Year round from June 2021 – May 2022. You can access them at the following locations
2021/22 and 2022/23 Uniform Kit (We operate on a 2 year uniform cycle.)
Of course, other fees may apply based on an individual team’s participation in tournaments and indoor winter leagues. Once the team has decided on tournaments, the additional fees will be communicated through the team manager. Most team will participate in 1-2 summer tournaments and some may participate in out of state tournaments. Teams may choose to participate in 1-2 indoor winter leagues.