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GREATER TORONTO AREA
2025 Tryouts | U9–U13 Boys
(Born between 2012 and 2016)
Lamport Stadium (TURF),
1155 King St W, Toronto, ON M6K 1E9
Saturday, April 5
U9–U11: 6:00–7:00 PM
U12–U13: 7:00–8:00 PM
$15 Per Athlete
Per-day Training
Monday, March 31
Durham District School Board PA Day
1:00–4:00 PM
All Kids and Skill Levels Welcome
Carruthers Creek Golf
(Triple Play Academy - The Barn)
650 Lake Ridge Rd. S. Ajax, ON
$100 Per Athlete
Goalie Specific training will be offered.
Goalies encouraged to participate.
OSHAWA: Sunday, March 30 & April 6
⚽️ ELITE TRAINING ⚽️
Kings Court, 1095 Kingston Rd, Pickering, ON L1V 1T9
Goalkeeper specific training available!!
March 2025, For Competitive Players
U9 to U13 (2012–2016) - From 5pm to 7pm Training Sessions
From $30 + HST per player per day
🔥 We Offer Per-day Registration
WHY TOCATA FC?
TFC Was created for two reasons:
1. Bringing South American Flair Into North American Football
North American football has long been shaped by strict rules and structured tactics, leaving little room for improvisation and individual expression. This rigid approach can limit the spontaneity and artistry that make the game truly beautiful. By infusing South American flair, characterized by unpredictable play and creative freedom, we can break through these limitations and create a more dynamic, expressive style of football. This fusion combines the best of both worlds: structure, discipline and creativity, shaping a bold new footballing identity.
2. Providing Exposure for Youth to Professional Football
Another key reason Tocata was created is to provide real opportunities for players to reach professional football through strategic alliances with local and international clubs.
In North America, many young talented players hit a "dead end" around ages 16-18, with limited opportunities to continue their development at a high level, despite years of dedication from an early age. Tocata aims to change this by opening doors to professional environments and giving players the chance to showcase their talent in countries where football is the top sport. This not only maximizes their potential but also ensures that their hard work and passion don’t go to waste.
PLAYER'S MANIFESTO
Personal Football Position-Specific Training
QUALITY OVER QUANTITY
Tocata’s player development model is deeply rooted in the Colombian football identity — where creativity, tactical intelligence, and personal growth are valued as much as technical ability. One of the key pillars of this model is personalized training by position, guided by a philosophy that balances mind, body, and spirit.
1. The Colombian Football Identity
Colombian football emphasizes rhythm, joy, street-smart decision-making, and technical excellence. It’s a game built not just on skill, but on confidence, flair, and resilience. This cultural identity shapes how players are trained: they’re encouraged to express themselves, solve problems creatively, and read the game with instinct and intelligence.
2. Position-Specific Training Approach
Each position on the field has unique tactical and physical demands. Our personalized programs help players master these requirements while staying true to the Colombian way of playing:
• Goalkeepers: Quick reflexes, composure under pressure, clean distribution, and leadership. Mental training focuses on confidence and focus during high-pressure moments.
• Center Backs: Strong in duels, tactically aware, calm on the ball. They are trained to be mentally disciplined, with leadership and communication skills.
• Fullbacks: Quick transitions, overlap runs, solid 1v1 defense. They build mental endurance and decision-making speed under fatigue.
• Defensive Midfielders: Game readers and stabilizers. They train cognitive focus to maintain concentration and anticipation, crucial for intercepting plays.
• Attacking Midfielders / Playmakers: Creativity, vision, and rhythm. Mental work emphasizes freedom of expression and courage to take risks.
• Wingers: High-speed dribblers and creators. Mental training includes confidence building, resilience in 1v1 duels, and emotional control.
• Strikers: Smart movement, clinical finishing, pressure handling. They develop a goal-focused mindset, learning to stay calm and composed in front of goal.
3. Mental Training and Motivation
Beyond the technical and tactical, Tocata invests in the mental and emotional development of each player. Training sessions include:
• Visualization Techniques: Players mentally rehearse game situations to build confidence and readiness.
• Self-Talk and Mindset Coaching: Encouraging a growth mindset, emotional control, and belief in one’s abilities.
• Resilience Building: Players are challenged to overcome adversity and learn from failure — a core value in Colombian football.
• Motivational Talks and Leadership Development: Regular team sessions foster identity, purpose, and personal responsibility on and off the pitch.
4. Contextual Intelligence
Game-like drills challenge players to make quick, smart decisions under pressure. Colombian football is about playing with intuition and awareness — and this is cultivated in every positional training session.
Conclusion
Tocata’s position-specific personal training, inspired by the Colombian football philosophy, creates complete players: technically skilled, tactically sharp, mentally strong, and deeply motivated. The goal is not just to produce good footballers — but confident young men ready to succeed on the field and in life.
PROUD PARTICIPANT OF:
2025
October 3 to 13, 2025
Cali, Colombia, South America
U19 (2007 Boys)
The Torneo Las Américas is one of the most prestigious youth football tournaments in Latin America, held annually in Cali, Colombia. Here’s a historical overview of the tournament:
Origins and Evolution
Established in 2002, the tournament was initially held in Colombia’s Caribbean cities such as Barranquilla, Santa Marta, and Cartagena.
From its second edition onward, it found a permanent home in the Valle del Cauca region, with Cali serving as the primary host city. The event is organized by the Liga Vallecaucana de Fútbol, Colombiagol, Difútbol (the amateur division of Colombian football), and the Colombian Football Federation.
Tournament Structure
Since 2016, the tournament has featured three age categories: Under-15, Under-17, and Under-19. It attracts clubs and national youth teams from across the Americas, including countries like Mexico, Chile, Ecuador, Venezuela, Panama, and the United States.
Notable Alumni
Over the years, the tournament has been a launching pad for several players who went on to achieve international fame, such as:
James Rodríguez
• Current Club: Club León (Mexico)
• Joined: January 13, 2025
• Contract Expires: December 31, 2025
• Note: Despite Club León’s disqualification from the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup due to ownership rule violations, James remains committed to the club.  
Cristian Zapata
• Current Club: Atlético Bucaramanga (Colombia)
• Joined: July 6, 2024
• Position: Centre-Back
• Note: Continues to play professionally in Colombia.   
David Ospina
• Current Club: Atlético Nacional (Colombia)
• Joined: July 1, 2024
• Contract Expires: June 30, 2026
• Position: Goalkeeper
• Note: Returned to his original club in Colombia.
Adrián Ramos
• Current Status: Free Agent
• Last Club: América de Cali (Colombia)
• Free Agent Since: January 1, 2025
• Note: Currently without a club.  
Fredy Montero
• Current Club: CD Real Cartagena (Colombia)
• Joined: January 1, 2025
• Contract Expires: December 31, 2025
• Position: Centre-Forward
• Note: Actively playing in Colombia’s second division.   
Jefferson Montero
• Current Club: FC St Helens (England)
• Joined: January 17, 2025
• Note: Joined the English ninth-tier club, bringing experience from top leagues.  
Rafael Santos Borré
• Current Club: Sport Club Internacional (Brazil)
• Joined: March 5, 2024
• Contract Expires: December 31, 2028
• Position: Centre-Forward
• Note: Active in Brazil’s top division.  
Teófilo Gutiérrez
• Current Club: Junior FC (Colombia)
• Joined: February 10, 2025
• Contract Expires: June 30, 2025
• Position: Centre-Forward
• Note: Returned to play for Junior FC in Colombia. 
Champions and Records
In the Under-17 category, Deportivo Cali stands out as the most successful club, securing six titles in the years 2003, 2007, 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014. Other notable champions include América de Cali, Boca Juniors de Cali, and national teams like Colombia U-17 and Ecuador U-17.
International Impact
The tournament serves as a significant platform for young talents to showcase their skills on an international stage. Winners often earn the opportunity to participate in esteemed global youth tournaments, such as the Torneo delle Nazioni in Italy and the Gothia Cup in Sweden.
STAFF
Jairo Palacios
Technical Director and Head Coach
Jairo has over 20 years of experience as a football coach in Colombia, working at all levels from high school to professional. He has coached competitive teams in both male and female youth divisions, helping players develop and excel. Jairo has held titles as a provincial head coach for the Valle del Cauca (Colombia) team and has coached at the professional level in the Copa LFA.
Mike Gatbonton
Movement Performance Coach
Founder of Simply Kinetics Inc., is a Functional Movement Specialist with over 25 years of experience in athlete development, movement optimization, and performance training. He specializes in biomechanics, myofascial release, and movement patterning to improve movement quality, mobility, strength, and injury resilience, ensuring athletes move efficiently and perform at their peak.
Juan Varon
Goalkeepers Coach
Juan has had training in recognized academies in his country of origin (Colombia), thus carrying out an excellent sports development which helped him to play in the minor divisions of professional teams. He has experience as a trainer directing in sports training academies and specific goalkeeper academies, thus providing specific training in the shortcomings of the goalkeeper.
Simon Blanco
Assistant Coach
Simon grew up passionate about football, progressing through Ontario’s competitive programs from house league at age four to the Ontario Player Development League (OPDL). After training in England with coaches from Arsenal and Tottenham, he committed to pursuing a professional career. As an assistant coach, he is dedicated to helping young players develop their passion and grow in the sport.
Manuela Palacios
Social Media Creator
Manuela is in charge of social media, capturing videos and publishing engaging content in minutes. She is passionate about delivering impactful messages and thrives in fast-paced environments where social media is part of everyday life.
CONTACT INFORMATION
MAIL ADDRESS
63-1701 Finch Avenue, Pickering
Ontario L1V 0B7, Canada
EMAIL
tocatafc@gmail.com
INSTAGRAM
@tocatafootball