The 2023 fall recreational season OPENS FOR REGISTRATION THIS MONDAY, MAY 1, and members can save $20 by signing up with our early bird discount. (Early bird discount auto-applied to account on any fall '23 recreational program, no code needed)

Don't miss out on our best price of the year and lock in your spot. On Monday, recreational leagues will be open for registration in Playmetrics via the link below!

Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club (CRYSC) is delighted to announce further development of the boys and girls Elite Player Pathway, with the welcome addition of Colorado's Elite Club Regional League, serving male and female players 13U-19U. The ECRL is a competition hosted by the Elite Club National League (ECNL) that provides local players with elite playing opportunities closer to home. CRYSC will join ECRL with one additional boy's team at each of the 13U-19U ages and two additional teams girl's teams at each of the 13U-19U ages.

Reminder to all 2015-2005 players who are interested in participating in the fall 2023 / spring 2024 9U/10U Select or 11U+ Competitive program: You must register your Intent to Play (ITP) through PlayMetrics. This will ensure that you receive information regarding player placement for your player’s region and age group. Follow the link below and log in to your PlayMetrics account to register!

SportsRecruits Information 2023: all high school players have been provided with a FREE account on the SportsRecruits platform that will allow them to set up an athletic and academic profile, search for potential colleges, create and host highlight videos, and communicate directly with any college soccer coach in the country!

CRYSC offers athlete assistance in the college recruitment process through the CRYSC College Placement Program (CPP) starting their freshman year in high school. This free service helps teams and individuals with player profiles, video development, online support guides, college communication, and understanding of college timelines. The CPP provides players with the opportunity to take their education and game to the next level.

If you would like to get involved or have questions about the program, please contact Anthony Presnell, at anthony.presnell@rapidsyouthsoccer.org or visit the college soccer page on the CRYSC website!

At Rapids Youth Soccer, we believe that soccer is more than just a game, and our expert coaches with years of experience developing players at all levels of the sport are dedicated to helping each player unlock their full potential. Follow the link below and search for your region + the summer season + your player's age group. Let's make this summer one to remember!

Visit the Rapids Women WPSL webpage for more information on the 2023 season as it becomes available and follow Colorado Rapids Women on Instagram and Twitter for all of the latest team updates! Check out the 2023 schedule below and plan to attend a game this season!

The 12U girl’s group enjoyed an amazing trip with plenty of soccer and visits to the most famous historical sites around London, Manchester, and Liverpool. Read more about the experience from Director of Club and in International Partnerships, Jeff Oleck, in our new #CRYSCInternational blog below!

Our boys explored multiple cities across Spain and had the opportunity to experience Spanish history and culture firsthand! Read more about the experience from Director of Club and in International Partnerships, Jeff Oleck, in our new #CRYSCInternational blog below!

The group had an incredible overseas adventure, with the opportunity to dine on tapas, take in street performances on Las Ramblas, and soak up the Mediterranean sunshine. Read more about the experience from Director of Club and in International Partnerships, Jeff Oleck, in our new #CRYSCInternational blog below!

The Rapids Success newsletter section highlights moments throughout the past month that have been shared with our social media team! The section above doesn't always capture the full scope of success across the Club, so we encourage you to send in your content by emailing us at social@rapidsyouthsoccer.org.

CRYSC hosts annual tournaments for players ages 6U-19U, from beginner to elite. Attracting regional and national competition, CRYSC tournaments offer a unique experience for players, parents, and coaches. Whether your team is looking for their first tournament experience or wants to hit the ground running against premier opposition, Rapids Youth Soccer has an event that fits every niche you may be looking for! Click here to view a chart breaking down the ages and levels offered at CRYSC tournaments in 2023.

Congrats to Emma Shiffer on being named the UCHealth Player of the Month award for April 2023!

Emma is a goalkeeper for our Rapids 11G South Select team, where her teammates and coaches know her to be a team player with a fantastic work ethic. Over the past year, Emma has moved up from the 11G Burgundy team to the Select team, where she has been excelling in goal. In addition, Emma has recently been selected to attend the United Futsal National Training Camp in Oklahoma City this upcoming June. At school, Emma participates in Battle of the Books, gymnastics, and the school choir. She also maintains a 4.0 GPA.

"[...] successful athletes are distinct because of their ability to bounce back from setbacks while continuing to persevere towards their goals. When analyzing this resiliency, I have found that the 5 Pillars of Resilience Theory provides a particularly practical framework for building and strengthening resilience— especially in young athletes. These 5 pillars are broken down into the following: Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Self-Care, Positive Relationships, and Purpose." Read more by following the link below!

Want to take your performance to the next level? Nourishing your body with nutritious foods and recovering properly after workouts can help you reach new heights. But you don’t have to rely on fancy rituals, popular sports drinks or pricey supplements to accomplish this. You can recharge the way nature intended with chocolate milk’s three R’s of recovery. Follow the link below to learn more!

Come cheer on your Rapids 2 as they take on North Texas SC at the University of Denver Soccer Stadium this Sunday, April 30, at 4 PM. Click here to view the full Rapids 2 schedule for the 2023 season.