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WINTER WRAP-UP & SPRING REMINDERS

Thank you for a wonderful winter indoor season! Who is ready to go outside and play? In this issue, youโ€™ll find everything you need to plan for the months ahead โ€” including Spring Rec reminders, Summer Camp registration, Summer Elite Training, Oakland ID Sessions, and more. We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing spring break! We'll see you on the fields soon!

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CLUB-WIDE NEWS

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Flower Fundraiser


We are excited to kick off our second annual Flower Fundraiser to help offset the cost of the brand-new play structure at RSC! By purchasing flowers, you'll not only add a splash of color to your home but also help create a fun and safe space for our kids to play and grow! Flowers are provided by Robson's Greenhouse, a local farm in Belleville, Michigan. Orders must be placed by April 19 and will be distributed just in time for Mother's Day!

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Best Wishes to Kevin Lanning


We would like to share that RSCโ€™s General Manager and Director of Operations, Kevin Lanning, has accepted an exciting new opportunity as Executive Director with Northern Soccer Club in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Since joining RSC in 2018, Kevin has been an integral part of our club, showing tremendous dedication while serving in a variety of roles, including travel coach, LDA Director, Rec Director, and most recently, General Manager & Director of Operations. We are grateful for Kevinโ€™s commitment to RSC and the positive influence he has had on our community. We wish Kevin and his family all the best as they begin this exciting new chapter!

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Become a Referee


Looking for a flexible job with great pay? Consider being a youth soccer referee! There are several Grassroots Referee courses coming up in our area:


๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—น ๐Ÿฐ - ๐—ฅ๐—ผ๐˜†๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ข๐—ฎ๐—ธ

๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—น ๐Ÿฐ - ๐—–๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜๐—ผ๐—ป

๐—”๐—ฝ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—น ๐Ÿญ๐Ÿฎ - ๐—š๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ฒ ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—ถ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฒ ๐—™๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—บ๐˜€


The New Referee course includes online modules that must be completed before attending an in-person field session. You will have access to the online modules once you have registered for the course.The cost for the course is $70 which may be reimbursement after reffing (4) RSC games. For more information click HERE and filter location by Michigan to see locations and details.


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Community Closet


With our spring season approaching, are you looking to clean out or replace your soccer gear? We encourage you to check out our Community Closet!


If you have gently used or new items that you no longer need (shin guards, balls, cleats, practice gear, jackets, bags, etc.) or if you are searching for any of these items, please visit our Community Closet, located right outside the RSC office at 6841 N. Rochester Rd, Ste. 301A, Rochester Hills.


๏ปฟGive what you can, and take what you need!

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Gear up for Spring!


MSYSA and Dick's Sporting Goods have announced a second MSYSA Appreciation Weekend! Get 20% off your ENTIRE purchase at your local Dick's Sporting Goods with the coupon linked below.


  • Friday, April 10 through Monday, April 13
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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!

Congratulations to the 2026 recipients of the Diane Goethals Memorial Scholarship! This scholarship honors Diane Goethals, RSC's beloved office manager for over 15 years, and recognizes graduating seniors who have been a presence with Rochester Soccer Club or Michigan Stars Oakland as a either a player, volunteer, coach and/or referee. Best wishes to this year's winners! We can't wait to see all you accomplish!

KATE BOOMS

Regina High School

EDA NGUYEN

Rochester Adams High School

COLIN GOLDSTEIN

Stoney Creek High School

KYLIE SMYTH

Rochester Adams High School

STELLA TOBICZYK

Rochester Adams High School

RUBY WHYBREW

Rochester High School

RILEY WALSH

Rochester Adams High School

FAITH ZOLDOS

Rochester Adams High School

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REC & SDA NEWS

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Spring Reminders


Our spring soccer season is starting soon! While many of our programs are full, some age groups have a few spots available. If you have not yet registered, please do so as soon as possible so that we may finalize rosters.


Our volunteer coaches met this week to choose their practice time and field location. Please keep an eye on Teamsnap as they update this information for their teams.


IMPORTANT DATES:


  • Week of April 6: Rec practices begin
  • April 11-12: First weekend of Rec games
  • April 19: Micros & TOPSoccer begin
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RSC Summer Camps


Summer camp registration is OPEN! Keep your kids engaged while developing soccer skills this summer. Our camps provide a fun environment for players to learn new soccer skills, play games, make friends, and be kids.


NEW THIS YEAR! We are adding two new, four-day camps to our summer line-up: SDA Camp and U13-14 Camp. Visit our website for more!

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ATHLETE OF THE MONTH

Congratulations to our Athlete of the Month winners โ€” Ava and Caiden! Each month, one girl and one boy U6+ from our Recreation and SDA programs are recognized for their sportsmanship, effort, and love of the game. Winners each receive a $20 Subway gift card and are featured on our social media, website, and newsletter. Click the images below to read more about Ava and Caiden's nominations, and donโ€™t forget to nominate your player for our next Athlete of the Month by clicking HERE.

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MICHIGAN STARS OAKLAND NEWS

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April ID Sessions


Our next Michigan Stars Oakland ID Sessions will take place on Monday and Tuesday, April 20 and April 21 at the RSC Complex. The schedule for both sessions is available at the link below.


If you have any questions, please check with your current coach or reach out to our Director of Coaching, Enes, at esunje@mistarsyouth.com.

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Summer Elite Training (SET)


Summer Elite Training (SET) is back for the summer of 2026! The SET program is geared toward our younger age groups (U7-U10) and helps keep playersโ€™ soccer skills sharp during the off season while they continue training with our licensed travel coaches.


For all the details regarding dates, schedules, format, and registration, please visit the link below.

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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSOR!

HealthQuest PT is dedicated to movement for everyoneโ€”athletes of all ages and the families cheering from the sidelines. Their passion for keeping our community pain-free on and off the field aligns perfectly with our mission to support champions.


Ready to be pain-free? Reach out to HealthQuest PT today for a FREE assessment and experience care designed around you and your goals. Check them out at hqpt.com.

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