In this Issue:
- Spring Rec Soccer Registration
- Hearts for Soldiers
- Soccer Clinics & Training
- "Beyond the Game" Player
- Under 20 Men's National Team
- Hall of Fame Inductee
- Alumni News
- Travel, PDP & Rec News
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Feb 9
Hearts for Soldiers at MAC
Feb 7-10
U15 Magic & Mystx Arizona trip
Feb 9 & 10
CCL Championship Showcase Metro U16 Girls & U17 Boys
Feb 9 & 10
CCL College Combine
Feb 18
Non-Stop Soccer School's Out Clinic
Feb 23-24
Futsal Festival at MAC
Feb 28- March 4
U13 Magic & Mystx Florida trip
March 2
Dick's Sporting Good's Appreciation Day
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Spring Recreational Soccer Registration
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We are currently forming teams for Spring Recreational Soccer! The spring season runs March-May. Recreational Soccer is primarily devoted to the enjoyment and development of youth soccer players. The purpose of recreational soccer is to have fun, learn the sport, develop life skills and a love for the game.
Sign up today!
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Valentine's Day Hearts for Soldiers
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Join FC Richmond in writing letters of thanks to soldiers this Saturday, February 9th from 8:45am-3:00pm at the Futsal games at MAC. Members of our Junior Board will have a table set up with letter writing materials. Letters will be sent through a program called "A Million Thanks", an organization that works to provide support and appreciation to military men and women. Thank you for helping us send thanks and encouragement to our service members this Valentine's Day.
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Soccer Clinics & Training Opportunities
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Total Soccer Training (TST) is a supplemental training program designed to help players reach their full potential. TST offers small group training and one-on-one training. TST training options and pricing structure have been improved to offer more options while saving money! TST group training prices have been lowered, and players can sign up with their OWN group if they would like to train with friends, teammates, etc. For more information click
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Non-Stop Soccer's School's Out Clinics take place on public school holidays throughout the year. Our main emphasis will be on ball skills, small-sided games, and having FUN! Take advantage of the day off from school and join us in healthy play.
This camp is open to recreational and travel team players ages 6-14.
Winter School's Out Clinic: February 18th
Spring School's Out Clinics: March 8th and April 19th
9:00am - 3:00pm indoors at the Midlothian Athletic Club (MAC)
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"Beyond the Game" Player Spotlight
Ally Placide
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Ally Placide, a U-15 Mystx player, went "Beyond the Game" during her winter break by volunteering with CARITAS to help homeless families in our community. Ally assisted by setting up the dinner tables, chairs, and mattresses in the gym at her church, St. Edward's, before the families arrived. She also helped that evening by preparing and serving a taco dinner for the guests. Later, after socializing and connecting with the CARITAS families, she helped clean the dishes.
CARITAS is an organization that helps men, women, and families overcome homelessness and addiction. Through this program individuals are provided shelter, food, and basic necessities. Ally went “Beyond the Game” by helping her local community and showing that simply lending a hand can make a huge impact in the lives of others. For more information or for volunteer opportunities click
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Interview and story by Jr. Board Members, Bella Graber and Caroline Kiefer
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US Under 20 Men's National Team
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Dave Amsler and Nick Taitague, former FCR Magic player and current FC Schalke 04 of the German Bundesliga and U20 Men's National team player, met up at Lakewood Ranch, Florida where Nick whipped up a little "Magic" for the U20 Men's National Team in a match on January 8th. The games are held in preparation for the upcoming U20 World Cup which will be played May 25th - June 16th in Poland.
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Hall of Fame Inductee, George Vergara
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George Vergara, former FC Richmond coach and member of the FCR Senior Team, was recently inducted into the Virginia-DC Soccer Hall of Fame. George was honored for his extensive refereeing career where he officiated more than 150 MLS matches, World Cup qualifiers, and matches including teams such as Manchester United, Barcelona, Juventus and Bayern Munich. He also served on the FIFA Panel which provides referees for international competitions, such as World Cups. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame at the Virginia Youth Soccer Association Awards Gala at the University of Mary Washington on February 2nd. Congratulations, George!
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Alumni Feature: Katie Waring
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Katie Waring, former FC Richmond Mystx player and current University of Lynchburg player, received All American Honors at the United Soccer Coaches' Convention in January. Katie is a first-time All-State honoree and an outstanding defender in Division III as a third-team All-American and first-team all-region and all-conference player. She moved to center back from the wing and led a defense that allowed just 18 goals in 26 matches. Katie also scored a goal and had two assists. Congratulations, Katie on these honors!
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Travel News
- CCL Championship Showcase at River City on February 9-10 for U16 Metro Girls and U17 Metro Boys.
- CCL College Combine is also Feb 9-10 where players are coached and recruited by college coaches.
- FC Richmond showed well last weekend at the CCL Showcase with 10 wins, 3 ties and 5 losses. The 16-19 boys were strong, winning all 9 of their games! The 16-19 girls had some very good performances and close games as well.
- The U15 Magic and Mystx are currently at the Desert Classic this weekend in Arizona. Follow their progress on Facebook and twitter.
- Don't forget to be smart with what you put in your bodies and start your personal fitness regimen as the Spring Season is right around the corner!
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PDP News
- If you are looking to hone your skills or looking for a little extra technical work, call Trevor Spencer and sign up with your small groups in TST.
- Remember to practice juggling!
- U8 goal - 15 juggles
- U9 goal - 25 juggles
- Outdoor training begins March 4th at Watkins-Annex
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Rec News
- FC Richmond recreational soccer team assignments will go out in late February.
- Our Spring customer appreciation day at Dicks Sporting Goods will take place on Saturday, March 2nd from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. FC Richmond families will receive 20% off all purchases (some exclusions apply, coupon to be distributed soon).
- Players in the U8 - U12 age divisions looking to improve their technique and ball handling skills, consider joining the Advanced Skills Program.
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