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LAST CALL FOR 2023 HOLIDAY WINTER PROGRAMS
2023 is coming to a close & this is your last chance to join a program before the New Year!
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CHECK OUT EVERY WINTER PROGRAM AVAILABLE IN YOUR REGION
CASTLE ROCK | SOUTH | CENTRAL | NORTH | FORT COLLINS | ELITE | FUTSAL
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This is the LAST CALL for programs starting this holiday season! Don't miss out on the best way to play before the end of the year, and discover more winter programs available in January, February, and March. We have an exciting lineup of camps, clinics, and elite opportunities leading into the spring season, so sign up today and lock in the perfect soccer experience.
Follow the regional links above to directly view the winter camps in your area, or follow the link below to the winter camps search engine, where you can navigate options by selecting region, season, age, and level. You can also directly search for camps by name using the search bar. The integrated map will show you where the camps are located!
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JOIN OUR ELITE CAMPS & CLINICS: | |
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Select players and above - join us this holiday break for our 2-day Elite camp, Saturday futsal clinics, or futsal preseason camp to help improve your game this winter!
Holiday 2-Day Camp (December 16-17): Over two full days, Elite Department Coaches will work with players to develop their creative side. The ability of players to make an impact in a game can come down to brief moments. Insightful passes, imaginative movements off the ball, and technical mastery in possession are all difference-makers. Rapids Elite staff will look to base this camp on attacking options created as individuals or as a team in the final two-thirds of the field.
Saturday Futsal Clinics (4 Weeks, February & March): Improve your skills and accelerate your development every Saturday! Futsal clinics at The Berce Futsal Facility on Regis University's campus offer players the opportunity to grow in new areas of futsal development during the cold months. These clinics are open to boys and girls ages 8U to 13U (born in 2016-2011).
Friday Night High School Girls Futsal Preseason Camp (6 Weeks, January, February, & March): Get ahead of the pack with Elite indoor training! Girls born between 2009 – 2005 will have the opportunity to hone technical/tactical skills while building a foundation of self-confidence. Join nationally recognized coach Roxy Kamal to get your feet and fitness in tip-top shape before the high school soccer season kicks off.
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LAST DAY TO SAVE $20 ON SPRING REC REGISTRATION
The spring rec early bird discount will be reduced TONIGHT at midnight!
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The 2024 spring recreational season is open for registration, and THIS IS THE LAST DAY for members to save $20 with our full early bird discount! (Early bird discount auto-applied to account on any spring '24 recreational program, no code needed, discount reduced to $10 through December 31) Don't miss out on the early registration window by reserving your player's spot today!
How do I sign my player up? Click the link below to visit the 2024 spring season registration page, log into your account, go through the sign-up process, confirm your player's registration, and then get excited for another season of Rapids Youth Soccer!
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CONGRATS TO OUR EARLY COLLEGE COMMITMENTS
The #CRYSCClassof2024 has arrived - congratulations to our 22 college signings!
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Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club is proud to introduce the first group of athletes to join our Class of 2024. Congratulations to the 22 players who have committed to play with colleges around the nation!
“On behalf of the entire Rapids community, the Club would like to congratulate our players for officially taking the next step in their academic and athletic careers. We wish these players the best of luck and look forward to seeing them grow at the collegiate level,” CRYSC College Placement Program Director, Anthony Presnell. Read more about our #CRYSCClassof2024 by following the link below!
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Adi Walick
University of Michigan
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Amy Smith
Louisiana State University
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Ava Amsden
Louisiana State University
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Caleb Graham
Illinois Institute of Technology
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Daniella Iaquinta
University of Nebraska Kearney
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Ella Moody
University of Denver
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Emerson DeLuca
Louisiana State University
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Emma Phillips
Hastings College
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Emmerson Peller
University of North Dakota
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Henry Haufler
Dordt University
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Jace Holley
University of Colorado Boulder
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Lauryn Maggio
University of Northern Colorado
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Lexi Meyer
University of Alabama
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Lincoln Glazebrook
Sterling College
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Lucas Montera
St. Olaf College
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Madeleine Burr
University of Wyoming
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Paige Fry
Sam Houston State University
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Samantha Maroni
Michigan State University
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Sophia Backstrom
University of Central Arkansas
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Sydney Nelms
U.S. Air Force Academy
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Taylor Hill
Fort Hays State University
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Tea Whitlock
Black Hills State University
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2023/24 WINTER COLLEGE INFORMATION & EVENTS
Attend one of our CPP presentations this winter & check out important deadlines!
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The CRYSC College Placement Program is coming to YOUR REGION this winter or spring! Over the coming months, CPP Director, Anthony Presnell will be hosting events in each of our regions where he will provide in-person assistance on navigating the landscape of college soccer, individual recruitment processes, club resources, showcases, ID camps, and more! Follow the link below to check out the updated CPP information guide, where you can find details on upcoming events and links to register. | | | |
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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! The Rapids College Placement Program recommends that student-athletes and their families take advantage of this opportunity by completing their profile with an updated photo, GPA, jersey number, email, and graduation year! | | |
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CRYSC offers athletes 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 want 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!
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CRYSC INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES IN 2024
Explore soccer cultures across the world by registering for a CRYSC international trip!
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Winter and spring trip rosters are now finalized, but our CRYSC International Summer Tours are still open for our 2011 and 2005-2007 Competitive players and families!
CRYSC international tours are a great way for players to experience soccer through the lens of a different culture! From playing local competitions, experiencing different environments, and seeing new sights, there’s so much to be gained from expanding one’s horizon and taking your game abroad. Follow the links below for information on how you can attend one of our upcoming trips to:
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CONGRATS TO OUR 30 UNDER 30 RECIPIENTS: | |
We are excited to congratulate FOUR CRYSC coaches on receiving United Soccer Coaches' 30 under 30 honors this fall season, which is the most from a single youth club in the nation! Developing remarkable coaches and staff members is a key part of our mission, and we couldn't be more proud of Miguel Rodrigues for his recognition as a 30 Under 30 Mentor and Daniel Agnew, Lexi Rudolph, and Etzael Gonzalez for their recognition as 30 Under 30 Coaches. These coaches have consistently shown excellence as educators and mentors, which has directly contributed to a memorable CRYSC experience for so many players and families. We're ecstatic that they represent our organization and help elevate Colorado soccer on the national stage. | |
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Miguel Rodrigues | 30 Under 30 Mentor
South Technical Director
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Daniel Agnew | 30 Under 30 Coach
Boys Elite Director
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Lexi Rudolph | 30 Under 30 Coach
Central Director of Camps & Community Outreach & Futsal Director of Goalkeeping
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Etzael Gonzalez | 30 Under 30 Coach
Central Boys Competitive Director of Coaching
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CONGRATS to our Rapids 13U-19U ECNL Girls teams for delivering outstanding performances in scrimmages against CO Rush earlier this month! | |
CONGRATS to our Rapids 14B South Select I team on taking home the gold in the B-Elite Cup Silver II division while playing up an age group! | |
CONGRATS to Theo Scott (05/06B ECNL) on being selected to play in the ECNL Boys PHX event National Selection Game! | |
CONGRATS to Olivia D'Ambrosia (07G ECNL) on being featured in SoccerWire.com "Players that Impressed" for the ECNL PHX National Event! | |
CONGRATS to Rapids 09G South ECRL team on finishing at the top of their bracket, going undefeated on the season with having zero goals scored against! | |
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. | |
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2023 ROCKY MOUNTAIN FALL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Thank you for attending our inaugural RMFC tournament!
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This November, we held our first-ever Rocky Mountain Fall Championships at Gate Soccer Complex! It was a HUGE success, with 139 games played over 2 days, 82 boys and girls teams in attendance, 16 champions crowned, 920 goals scored, and 2,500 soccer players, families, and supporters joining us over the weekend.
THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING THE #RMFC! Click here or the thumbnail above to watch our RMFC video. Click here or the link below to check out our full tournament photo album.
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CRYSC hosts annual tournaments for players ages 6U-19U, from beginner to elite. Attracting regional and national competitions, 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! | |
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GOALS & HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2023 | SHARE YOUR MOMENTS
Check out this compilation video featuring some of our favorite goals from 2023!
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Every game week, CRYSC athletes create moments of magic out on the fields, and every now and then, those moments are captured on camera and shared with us at social@rapidsyouthsoccer.org! This compilation video stitches together some of our favorite videos we received in 2023, capturing some truly special moments. Enjoy the video, and keep sending in your videos for the chance to be featured here or on the CRYSC social media pages! | |
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UCHEALTH PLAYER OF THE MONTH | ISABELLA MANNING
Congrats to Isabella Manning on being named UCHealth Player of the Month!
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Congrats to Isabella Manning on being named the UCHealth Player of the Month for November 2023!
Isabella plays as a goalkeeper for our Rapids 09G Castle Rock Burgundy team, where her teammates and coaches know her to be a relentless advocate for self-improvement and commitment on the pitch. She dedicates much of her life to soccer and strengthens her game at regular practice and goalie practice (often on the same night!). This summer, she attended multiple goalie camps, as well as her school’s practices to effectively prepare for the upcoming season. Off the field, Isabella is a member of her church’s youth group, volunteers for children’s ministries, and participates in school theater. Follow the link to read more!
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The form to nominate athletes for our next UCHealth Player of the Month is open and available to fill out through the link. Our Player of the Month will be featured in the newsletter, highlighted on social media, and have their story hosted on the UCHealth Player of the Month page. We can't wait to learn more about the amazing people playing at CRYSC!
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Athletic Excellence – Standout performance made at any level of competition.
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Academic Achievement – Review of GPA and academic honors distinctions.
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Exemplary Character – Commitment to sportsmanship, character, and community through membership and participation in positive activities.
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THE SUPERPOWER OF SELF-REFLECTION | SPORT PSYCH
Read about how self-reflection pays dividends on and off the field!
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In this updated blog, CRYSC's Director of Mental Performance Katie Pagel dives into how self-reflection is ubiquitous, especially in youth soccer.
"While time and experience lend us the opportunity to learn and grow, self-reflection is the true linchpin of optimal development and performance. In order to get the most out of our experiences, and ultimately become the best version of ourselves (on and off the field), we must commit to practicing self-reflection." Read more by following the link below!
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CRYSC is committed to building psychologically safe, growth-oriented, high-performing soccer environments for all of our athletes, coaches, families, and fans to thrive in and enjoy. A part of that commitment is to provide resources that our community can use to assess real-world situations. Check out the Sport Psych webpage to learn more about the department and view mental health resources! | |
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PATELLAFEMORAL PAIN SYNDROME | SPORTS MEDICINE
Check out this new guide for treating PFPS at home!
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"CRYSC Head Athletic Trainer, Julie Graves has seen an increase in Patellafemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) among adolescent athletes. This condition presents with general knee pain that can be sharp with certain movements and dull at other times. It normally is a gradual onset of pain without remembering a specific mechanism of injury or when the pain started. When diagnosed early, PFPS can be treated with at-home rehab or, if serious enough, formal physical therapy."
Follow the link below to learn more about PFPS and read our full guide on rehabbing to reduce or eliminate symptom pain!
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Since 2018, CRYSC and UCHealth have worked together in an effort to grow the safety and health resources that are available for Rapids Youth players and members. Find out more about the CRYSC Sports Medicine Program and our partnership with UCHealth by visiting our Sports Medicine webpage! For questions or concerns related to sports medicine, please reach out to the CRYSC Head Athletic Trainer Julie Graves at julie.graves@rapidsyouthsoccer.org. | |
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APPLY FOR COACHING POSITIONS AT CRYSC
CRYSC is expanding coaching opportunities, hiring across all levels & regions of the Club!
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LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SOCCER START PROGRAM
CRYSC offers fun & positive programming for 3-4 year old players!
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Why do we think Soccer Start is the most fun and engaging way for 3-4 year old players to learn to love the game? With a roster of experienced, development-focused Rapids Youth Soccer coaches, the Soccer Start program helps young athletes find their joy on the soccer field and prepare for the eventual step up to competitive or recreational league play.
Each athlete has unique experiences that influence their relation to the game. The CRYSC Soccer Start program is here to make sure that the starting point for 3-4 year old players is a fun and positive one. Whether your athlete aspires to be on the national team or just wants to have fun playing the game they love with their friends, Soccer Start is here to help them discover their passion!
Learn more about the program and get a peek at some of the fun, developmental opportunities for your 3-4 year old in the Soccer Start video above. You can find more information on the individual programs through the links below!
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If you have any questions about the Soccer Start program or how to get your player involved, please reach out to Director of Soccer Start Kati Dugan at kati.dugan@rapidsyouthsoccer.org! | |
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DISCOVER PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES WITH CRYSC
Rapids Youth Soccer is looking for new sponsors & partners in 2024!
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Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer offers sponsorship exposure to a diverse and broad audience. Sponsorships from our corporate community help improve programming across all levels providing quality and safe facilities, expanding the number of youth served, and helping to implement community outreach programs. We are happy to discuss innovative ideas bringing your brand and CRYSC together!
Sponsorship opportunities include, but are not limited to:
- Field Sponsors
- Camp Sponsors
- Tournament Sponsors
- Training Shirts
- Building/Shelter Sponsorship
- The Eddy Indoor Complex
For sponsorship inquiries, please contact Colorado Rapids Vice President of Partnership Marketing and Media Sales Jon Latke at Jon.Latke@teamkse.com.
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CALL FOR WORKERS | CRYSC BINGO SESSIONS
Help your community & offset team costs with bingo fundraising opportunities!
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As CRYSC players move out of high school, we're looking for workers and helpers from our community to replace them! Bingo is a great opportunity to offset soccer costs while having fun. Generate funds for uniforms, team travel, camps, and fees this season and beyond at the two local bingo halls listed below!
Bingo fundraising opportunities are available at:
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our Bingo administrators Daneda and Becky directly by using the emails above. You can find more bingo information and all Rapids Youth Soccer fundraising opportunities by visiting the fundraising page on the CRYSC website.
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DISCOVER MORE RAPIDS YOUTH SOCCER CONTENT
Visit the CRYSC blog page for interesting & informative content on youth soccer!
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Catch up on all of the news from 2023 in our previous newsletters from January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, and October!
If you are looking for more content from CRYSC, including sports medicine guides, deep dives into sports psychology, and articles on past events like our Guinness World Record Award-winning FootGolf tournament in 2018, you can find all of that and more on the CRYSC blogs page! We recommend taking a look back at 2022 for an entertaining recap of the numbers and statistics that defined Rapids Youth Soccer Club's last year.
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