CiTY Newsletter - July 1, 2021

Happy summer! With all 2021-2022 travel teams and REC officially wrapped for the season, we hope everyone is able to take some time to enjoy the slower pace of summer. See CiTY news and updates regarding programs below, and remember, the CiTY Leadership team is available and welcomes questions, comments, and feedback, so don't hesitate to reach out. Go CiTY!

Tim Ryerson, Executive Director, ed@ellicottcitysc.org Rob Ryerson, General Manager, rob@ellicottcitysc.org Carmen Juliano, Technical Director, carmen@ellicottcitysc.org Amanda Buckler, Director of Administration, operations@ellicottcitysc.org Wade Whitney, Rec Director, wade@ellicottcitysc.org

CiTY/Howard County Rec & Parks Summer Soccer Camps

Rob Ryerson (former professional player, collegiate coach and Howard County native) is excited to direct this soccer camp with elite soccer coaches to teach the fundamentals of the game through special skill instruction and scrimmages. Enjoy the game in an exciting, fun-filled learning environment. Everyone receives a brand-new soccer ball and an Adidas camp t-shirt.

July 11-15 July 18-22 July 25-29 August 15-19

CiTY 2005 Boys Silver MSYSA President's Cup Champions Eastern Regional President's Cup Semi-Finalists

Congratulations to CiTY 2005 Boys Silver, the first CiTY team to represent MD in the Eastern Regional President's Cup. The boys won the MD State President's Cup, then went on to the Eastern Regional President's Cup where they won three straight games and earned a spot in the semifinals. Way to go, CiTY 2005 Silver! CiTY Fall 2022 REC  The CiTY REC Soccer Program provides a fun, positive, and creative learning environment for youth soccer players of all skill levels that focuses on the values of teamwork, humility, respect, and sportsmanship. Our program creates an exciting and fun experience where players can learn the game and develop a passion for soccer for many years to come. Registration fee includes jersey. TOTS (pre-K, kindergarten) - $189 REC League (1st-8th grades) - $229 Practices are weekly at Chapelgate Christian Academy and Centennial Park. Games are on Saturdays at Howard County fields TBD. REGISTER FOR CITY FALL 2022 REC

CiTY Special Needs Program Fall 2022

CiTY offers a FREE program for children with physical, intellectual and emotional disabilities to learn soccer skills in a safe, supportive and fun environment. Our goal is to enable young athletes with disabilities to become valued and successful members of the Ellicott City Soccer family. Registered participants will enjoy a free 5-6 week soccer clinic specifically designed and adapted to fit age and ability level. Each participant will have a CiTY volunteer mentor during the clinic. Mentors will help players learn soccer skills and play in modified soccer games and activities while having fun!   All players will receive a CiTY t-shirt. Participants should wear comfortable soccer clothing and bring a soccer ball, shin guards and water to each clinic. *Soccer balls are always available if needed. Contact Carmen Juliano with any questions. carmen@ellicottcitysc.org. Please share this email and information with friends and neighbors in the community that would like to get involved in the CiTY Special Needs Program as a player or volunteer!

SPECIAL NEEDS PLAYER REGISTRATION

YOUTH VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION

ADULT VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION

CiTY & GOTB Announce Sponsorship with ZIPS Cleaners 2022-24 Black CiTY Jersey 2022-24 CiTY REC

Read the press release here!

Tips from CiTY Partner Rehab 2 Perform Recover from Shin Splints or a 'Charlie Horse' Shin Splints can quickly put a damper on your performance whether in games or with training. Dr. Greg from Rehab 2 Perform discusses best practices when dealing with Shin Splints or a 'Charlie Horse' - what they are, how to manage them and quickly recover from these injuries. Watch Here  Feeling pain when you play, or not 100%? Schedule a Free Consult with a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Rehab 2 Perform to see if Physical Therapy may be a fit for you. They have seven locations in Maryland including Columbia –Learn More!

CiTY Sponsor RE/MAX Ricky Cantore RE/MAX Ricky Cantore is one of the premier realtors in Maryland, with a wealth of experience in Howard County and beyond. RE/MAX Ricky Cantore is the sponsor of the CiTY 2022-24 home game jerseys and the upcoming 2022 CiTY Summer Soccer Camp. We look forward to this partnership as CiTY and RE/MAX Ricky Cantore continue to work together and support each other to bring services and opportunities to the CiTY community.

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