October 2022

In this Issue:

• Winter Advanced Skills Program
• Rec Goal Keeping Clinics
• Tournament Success
• Volunteer Recognition
• FC Richmond Junior Board 
• Volunteer Coach Appreciation Day
• Fun Fit Friday
• Beyond the Game 
• Non-Stop School's Out Clinic
• Community Partners

October 24-November 11 Food Dive - collection bins at Huguenot, Greenfield and Robious

October 29 Volunteer Coach Appreciation Day 

November 5-6  NCFC Junior Girls, Raleigh, NC U11-U14 Mystx Elite 

November 12-13 NCFC Junior Boys, Raleigh, NC, U11-U14 Magic Elite 

November 12-13  Capital Fall Classic Girls Weekend, U11-U14 Mystx Elite & U9 Futures-U19 Mystx Classic

November 11-13 Bethesda College Showcase, U16 & U18/19 Mystx Elite

November 19-20 Capital Fall Classic Boys Weekend, Magic Elite, Futures & Classic

Winter Advanced Skills

The Advanced Skills Program is a supplemental training program for FC Richmond Recreational players, ages of U8-U12 who want additional focused instruction. This program is run by our paid professional staff. The focus is on developing individual skills, confidence and comfort on the ball, agility, and coordination. Players will receive high level instruction to help accelerate their growth and enjoyment in the game.

Players will be assigned groups and times once all registrations are in. Space is Limited!

Program Information:

• Winter Dates: 1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11
• Located indoors at the Chesterfield Fairgrounds 
• $125 for six sessions 
• Clinic will be run by a professional USSF B Licensed Coach along with other assistance.
• Group sessions will contain no more than 16 players per session
• 60 minute sessions will focus on confidence, agility and technical training

If you have questions, please contact Elizabeth West at recreation@fcrichmond.com. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Rec Goalkeeping Clinics

Mac Phillips, FC Richmond's Director of Classic Teams and Goalkeeping, along with Coach Gabe Renes, are holding goal keeping clinics for our younger recreational goalies this month. Keepers have been working on proper goalkeeping posture, learning three types of catches, and developing the courage to dive and keep the ball out of the net.

Tournament Success

Congratulations to two FC Richmond teams who came home Champions at recent tournaments!

At the River City Cup Tournament the U19 Rec Team Lucas came home with hardware after winning all of their games during the tournament.

Our U16 Mystx Elite won their bracket at the WAGS Rael Vodicka Tournament. This tournament is one of the top all girls events in the nation. Congrats to both teams on their success!

Volunteer Recognition

We are pleased to recognize U16 Mystx Elite player, Alli Gregori, for her volunteer commitment to FC Richmond's Recreational program. 

"Alli has gone above and beyond helping with the U4 Clinics and the Advanced Skills Program this season. Her leadership and guidance with our younger players shines through and is truly a gift. She is approachable, knowledgeable, and is always willing to assist (not to mention she always has a smile on her face)! In addition to contributing to the successes of the recreational clinics, she has also has played an integral part with our youth referee program. Alli has mentored several new referees and frequently fills in for other refs when needed," says Elizabeth West, Recreational Soccer Coordinator.  

Alli loves spending time with the kids and watching them develop. "I enjoy getting to use what I’ve learned and help them get better every day. I love seeing these kids have fun playing soccer and how they love the game as much as I do. They are so energetic and always make me laugh," Alli says.

Thank you Alli, for your leadership and commitment! 

2022-23 FC Richmond Junior Board 

We are thrilled to announce FC Richmond’s 2022-23 Junior Board! Welcome back to former members Nadine Greer, Natalie Troupe, Kendall Baly, Maggie Bothwell, Olivia McCall, Jenelle O’Neill, Ryder Barribeau, Connor Riley, Colin Flood, Patrick Forsythe and Erika Johnson. Welcome to new members Bailey Thomas, Will Batt, Niyo Raphael, Archer Cox, Kadence Dickey, and Ashly Carabali. Junior Board members serve as FC Richmond ambassadors who develop leadership skills while engaging players in making a difference in our community. Some of their initiatives this year include Fun Fit Friday, Volunteer Coach Appreciation Day, Food Drives, Game of the Week recognition, Player of the Season, Angel Tree Program, Coach Spotlight, Used Equipment Drive and more! Thank you to the Junior Board for helping us go Beyond the Game.

Volunteer Coach Appreciation Day

Volunteer Coach Appreciation Day is just around the corner! We would like to say THANK YOU to our Volunteer Coaches on Saturday, October 29th. Come see Junior Board members at Robious Middle School from 10am-1pm for coffee, sweet treats, and drawings for prizes! Thank you for all you do!

Fun Fit Friday 

The FC Richmond Junior Board hosted Fun Fit Friday, an afternoon of games and challenges that help promote a healthy lifestyle! Recreational players ages 6-10 participated in stations including obstacle courses, giant dice fitness, ball skills, yoga, races and a healthy lifestyle chat. A great time was had by all! 

Beyond the Game Player of the Month

Evan Gaines, from the U18-19 Magic Elite team, has been giving back to his community through his service with the Ronald McDonald house, cooking meals for families in need. When asked about his motivations behind volunteering Evan says that his mom’s involvement in the community has inspired him to help whenever he can. He also notes that “knowing there are families that aren’t financially able to experience that things [he] can with his family” encourages him to give back. Evan says his favorite part of volunteering is seeing the smiles of the families’ faces after they get a meal cooked for them. He says his contributions have helped him grow, and appreciate everything he has. Overall, Evan is someone who helps as much off the field, as he does on, and really gives back. We are lucky to have him in our community.

Schools Out Clinics with Non-Stop Soccer

Fall School's Out Clinics clinics take place on county public school holidays. Our main emphasis will be to play games, learn new skills, and have FUN! Players will be placed in groups based on skill level and age. Take advantage of the day off from school and join us in healthy play!

November 7, 2022, 9am-12pm

November 8, 2022, 9am-12pm

For more information and registration visit www.NonStopSoccer.net