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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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Registration for the 2025 spring recreational season is open, and team rosters are filling fast! This is the last day to lock in our full early bird discount on registration. Sign up before midnight tonight to save $20 across all spring recreational programs and guarantee priority team placement for the season! (Early bird discount auto-applied to account, no code needed, promotion available through November)
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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THANK YOU FOR PLAYING FALL SOCCER
It's been a memorable season! Check out some of our favorite moments in the video below!
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Shout out to our players, coaches, parents, opponents, and referees for an unforgettable fall season! Your passion, teamwork, and commitment to the game have made this season special, and we couldn’t have done it without each and every one of you! Click on the thumbnail to watch the video! | |
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LAST CALL FOR WINTER SOCCER & FUTSAL IN 2024
2024 is coming to a close & this is your last chance to join a program before the New Year!
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Elevate your game this winter with Rapids Youth Soccer! Whether you're interested in honing your skills on the fields or dominating the futsal courts, we've got the perfect winter season camps, leagues, tournaments, and events to boost your game during the off-season.
Follow the regional links above to directly view winter camps and futsal opportunities 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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THE COURTS ARE CALLING | ELITE FUTSAL ACADEMY
Advanced Players: Challenge yourself & accelerate your development with CRYSC futsal!
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Have you heard of our Elite Futsal Academy (EFA)?
With the state’s ONLY dedicated indoor futsal facility, the EFA develops the game’s future stars by providing an elite environment for skill mastery and growth. CRYSC futsal trains year-round, competing in the nation’s top showcases and traveling across the country to take on the best of the best! Learn more through the link or click the thumbnail to watch our video!
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Interested in futsal but are not quite ready to join our highest level of competitive play? The Advanced Futsal Academy (AFA) is the perfect program for you! The AFA is a training-based futsal program with no commitment to join regional or national competitions. The program works closely with the EFA and allows players to compete when they are ready and interested in taking a step up. | |
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20% OFF AT DICK'S SPORTING GOODS | DECEMBER 6-9
Check out this exclusive offer for CRYSC members & save big on gear at DICK'S!
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CRYSC members, gear up for the season by heading to your local DICK’S Sporting Goods locations and receive 20% off throughout the store for this special Holiday Shop Weekend.
Download and save your coupon through the link below! This opportunity is valid for in-store purchases made from December 6-9 at DICK’S Sporting Goods Colorado locations.
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CRYSC BOYS 5A-2A STATE CHAMPIONS & FINALISTS
Congratulations to the 37 CRYSC players who competed for a state title this November!
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CONGRATS to all of our CRYSC boys players who competed in the CHSAA 5A-2A state championships with Cherry Creek, Broomfield, Air Academy, Mullen, Holy Family, Jefferson Academy, and Forge Christian! Your hard work, dedication, and passion for the game have paid off! We're proud of everything you've achieved on and off the field this season! | |
CONGRATS to Marin Kotschau (08G ECNL, 2009 born) on being selected to and being voted Player of the Match at the ECNL Girls PHX National Selection Game! Marin made a huge impact as one of the youngest players on the field, competing against some of the top talents in the US! | |
CONGRATS to Tom Poole (Coach, Girls Elite Director) and Daniel Agnew (Coach, Boys Elite Director) on being selected to coach in the ECNL Girls and ECNL Boys PHX National Selection Game! | |
CONGRATS to our 11B and 12B MLS Next squads for winning both of their derby day games 1-0 against Real Colorado MLS Next! | |
SUBMIT YOUR VIDEOS & CHECK OUT THE NOVEMBER 2024 GOAL OF THE MONTH BY CAMDEN GRAMSE (13B SOUTH SELECT I) | |
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Every game, CRYSC athletes create moments of magic out on the fields, and now and then, those moments are captured. Share those moments with us by emailing your best goals to social@rapidsyouthsoccer.org!
If you've scored or saved a goal that you think the world deserves to see, send it to us! Please provide context for the goal when submitting, like (1) a video of your goal, (2) your name, and (3) your team's name/age/region at social@rapidsyouthsoccer.org. We'll check out your submission(s) and feature our selections on social media!
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RAPIDS YOUTH ON SOCIAL | NOVEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Keep up with the wider CRYSC community across social media & feature in the newsletter!
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NOVEMBER INSTA HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR CRYSC COMMUNITY | |
NOVEMBER X/TWITTER HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR CRYSC COMMUNITY | |
Click the post images above to view them on Instagram or X! Give our highlighted players, coaches, and team-run accounts a follow to connect with members of our CRYSC community. | |
CRYSC VIDEOS FROM NOVEMBER 2024 | |
CONNECT WITH CRYSC ON SOCIAL MEDIA | |
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We invite CRYSC members to share their favorite pics, videos, and updates with us by tagging Rapids Youth Soccer on social media. We'll feature our favorites in this section each month! Follow and tag us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook, or email us your content directly at social@rapidsyouthsoccer.org. Follow the links below for CRYSC assets and resources to use in your social media posts!
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SNEAK PEEK | TOPSOCCER FESTIVAL IN SPRING 2025
A festival for all! CRYSC TOPSoccer Festival kicks off at The Eddy this February!
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Rapids Youth Soccer is excited to announce that our first-ever TOPSoccer Festival will kick off this February and is open to 4-18-year-old players across all of our regions! Event details will be finalized this December, so stay tuned to our website and social media pages for updates! | |
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What is TOPSoccer? TOPSoccer is an initiative designed to provide soccer opportunities for athletes of all ability levels. The program creates a welcoming, supportive environment where children and adults with intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities can experience the joy of the beautiful game.
Click here or the video thumbnail above for a look into our TOPSoccer program having fun out on the fields this fall season. Click here for more information on TOPSoccer programs in your area. For any other questions, please contact us at greg.sumlin@rapidsyouthsoccer.org.
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GAP YEAR & INTERNATIONAL SOCCER OPPORTUNITIES
Check out exciting alternatives for continuing your soccer journey after high school!
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For high school graduates who dream of continuing their soccer journey but aren’t ready or have limited opportunities to jump directly into NCAA, NJCAA, or NAIA programs, an exciting world of alternative opportunities is available.
These options offer a fresh perspective on player development, personal growth, and the chance to explore the game in new environments. From gap year programs to international study experiences, these pathways can be transformative stepping stones for young athletes. Click the link below to read more about gap year and international soccer opportunities for high school graduates!
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Winter College Gameday (Girls) returns on January 26! Showcase your skills in front of college coaches from across the country!
Final details will be announced soon, and important information will be shared via Playmetrics! Until then keep your calendar cleared for Sunday, January 26. Click here to view the 2024 Rapids Winter College Gameday photo album.
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SportsRecruits Information 2024: 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! We recommend 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. | |
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. If you want to get involved or have questions, please contact anthony.presnell@rapidsyouthsoccer.org or visit the college soccer page on the CRYSC website! | |
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DEVELOPING REMARKABLE COACHES AT CRYSC
Chief Technical Director Zac Crawford gives insight into self-regulated learning!
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At Rapids Youth Soccer, our mission is to develop remarkable coaches. Just like players come to training to learn, CRYSC coaches must also continue to seek out learning opportunities to improve the daily environments we create for the athletes we serve. This brand new blog by Chief Technical Director Zac Crawford is for coaches and parents who want to understand how our coaches work to improve during the winter months with a self-regulated learning plan! | |
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UCHEALTH PLAYER OF THE MONTH | BAILEY LEDVINA
Congrats to Avery Haug on being named UCHealth Player of the Month!
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Congrats to Bailey Ledvina on being named the UCHealth Player of the Month for November 2024!
Bailey plays right-winger for our Rapids 10B South Select I team. His coaches and teammates say he is a great leader for the group, helping his teammates with his performance, grit, skills, and attitude. While being a great leader, Bailey also is consistent in his approach to success, truly embodying what a Rapids Youth Soccer player should strive to achieve on and off the field. Earlier this year, Bailey performed excellently at Arizona’s Desert Classic, scoring 3 goals with 1 assist. Follow the link to read more!
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Are you the next Player of the Month? 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 is featured each month in the newsletter, highlighted on social media, and has 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. Follow the link below to nominate your choice for UCHealth Player of the Month today!
What are the criteria for nomination?
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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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CALF REHABILITATION PROGRAM | SPORTS MEDICINE
Check out this blog designed for calf injury recovery!
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In this blog, CRYSC Head Athletic Trainer Julie Graves provides a step-by-step calf injury rehabilitation guide.
Recovering from a calf injury? From ice, heat, light stretching, mobility, and general exercises, this new guide will assist you through every part of the healing process. By emphasizing pain-free progressions and a gradual return to play, this is your roadmap to a resilient and sustainable recovery. Follow the link below to access the step-by-step guide!
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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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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 that bring 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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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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If you are looking for more content from CRYSC, including sports medicine guides, deep dives into sports psychology, and articles on past events, you can find all of that and more on the CRYSC blogs page! | | | | |
