CiTY Newsletter - August 1, 2023 | |
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CiTY has been busy gearing up for fall, but there is still a month left of summer, so we hope everyone continues to enjoy this break and come back energized for a great 2023-24 with CiTY.
Our summer camp program with Howard County Rec and Parks finished its 4th session with record numbers, and there are still two camp weeks to go (see below). Four CiTY players and two CiTY coaches recently returned from a successful trip to the Gothia Cup in Sweden, advancing to the semi-final. Travel teams have been enjoying summer training sessions and team bonding, and we are working behind the scenes on all of our programs for a strong start to the 2023-24 seasonal year.
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CiTY Fall 2023 REC registration is still open, as well as registration for CiTY's Fall 2023 Special Needs program. We have a shop event coming up with our partner, Dick's Sporting Goods in Ellicott City, so take advantage of 20% off storewide to get ready for the upcoming fall soccer season and new school year. We are also excited to host a special uniform distribution event during this time for our Fall REC program!
We wish our high school-aged players the best of luck as fall sports begin next week, and look forward to seeing our CiTY friends on the field as the high school soccer season gets underway.
The CiTY Leadership team is available and welcomes questions, comments, and feedback, so don't hesitate to reach out.
Go CiTY!
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CiTY Players and Coaches Compete in
Denmark and Sweden
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Congratulations to CiTY players Nick Buckler, Gunnar Christensen, Luke Ryerson, and Roman Wray, who competed with CCL United 2006 in Copenhagen, Denmark and Gothenburg, Sweden last month. The team was led by CiTY coaches Rob Ryerson and Sean Wray, and after winning two matches in Denmark, competed in the Gothia Cup in Sweden and advanced through the group stage to win four elimination games and reach the semi-final. Competitive play, new cultures, lifelong memories, and new friendships defined this unforgettable international experience for these CiTY guys. | |
CiTY/Howard County Rec & Parks
Summer Soccer Camps
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Several spots left in the final two weeks of camp - sign up today!
August 7-11
August 14-18
Blandair Park
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CiTY General Manager, Rob Ryerson, is excited to announce the Ellicott City Soccer Club Soccer Camp Series 2023 with the Howard County Department of Recreation and Parks for this summer camp season. CiTY coaching staff members will teach all fundamentals of soccer in a fun-filled learning environment to include special skill instruction, scrimmages and exciting soccer games for players of all levels. Camp is from 9:00 am-12:00 pm each day at Blandair Park. Each camper will receive a FREE Camp Soccer Ball and Camper T-Shirt. | |
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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.
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TOTS (pre-K, kindergarten) - $225
REC League (1st-8th grades) - $250
Weekly practices at Chapelgate Christian Academy or HCPSS fields.
Games are on Saturdays at Chapelgate or Howard County fields TBD.
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CiTY REC Referral Credits
Refer your friends and family to CiTY and get credit! Each NEW player that signs up for CiTY REC will earn YOU a $25 credit, to be used toward any future CiTY program, including rec and travel fees. New players should put your name in the referral box during registration. Save money while helping CiTY grow!
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CiTY Event at Dick's Ellicott City
August 25-28
20% Off Storewide for Entire CiTY Community
Uniform Distribution for Fall 2024 REC Players
Saturday 8/26 and Sunday 8/27
9220 Baltimore National Pike
Ellicott City, MD 21042
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Back by popular demand! Our partner DICK’S Sporting Goods is offering all our members an exclusive discount of 20% off throughout the store! To access exclusive savings, click the coupon linked below. The coupon is valid in-store on the dates above and must be shown at the register during checkout.
NEW THIS YEAR - CiTY Fall REC uniforms will be distributed at Dick's during this event! Registered players will receive information on the days and times during this event that they can pick their uniforms up at the CiTY table in the store.
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CiTY Special Needs Program
Fall 2023
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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.
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!
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Tips from CiTY Partner Rehab 2 Perform
Build Your Quad Strength
Quads play a major role in your success on the soccer field. Dr. Bami from R2P, discusses and demonstrates his favorite exercise to strengthen your quad. Add this into your routine to help reduce the risk of injury, and elevate your game! Watch Here!
Quad or Leg Pain? Schedule a Free Consult with a Doctor of Physical Therapy at Rehab 2 Perform. 8 locations in the DMV, including in Columbia.
Get Started Now!
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Thank you to Ricky, our home jersey shirt sponsor, for stepping up and sponsoring the camp shirts for the second year in a row. Check out Ricky's recent listing videos from summer 2023 by following this link. Ricky is available to discuss the real estate market, provide vendors, and answer questions for all Ellicott City Soccer Club families at (443) 878 3507.
https://www.facebook.com/RickyCantore/videos
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Tax deductible donations can be made to CiTY programs at any time,
Ellicott City Soccer Club is a 501(c)3.
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