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Players new to the Rapids can use this interest form to get in touch with our staff, let’s connect! Current Rapids Youth players should contact their Director and register their ITP.
CRYSC is committed to lowering the barriers to youth soccer programming. We offer robust financial aid packages annually to players who apply. Scholarship opportunities are available for all qualifying Rapids players in our Rec and Competitive programs. To learn more about the process and to apply for financial aid, click the button below to be brought to our Scholarship page. You can view specific competitive scholarship information under the ‘Competitive & Elite Application Process’ tab.
It is critical to apply by the deadlines listed on the scholarship page for players to be fully considered for a financial aid package.
CRYSC is committed to lowering the barriers to youth soccer programming. We offer robust financial aid packages annually to players who apply. Scholarship opportunities are available for all qualifying Rapids players in our Rec and Competitive programs. To learn more about the process and to apply for financial aid, click the button below to be brought to our Scholarship page. You can view specific competitive scholarship information under the ‘Competitive & Elite Application Process’ tab.
It is critical to apply by the deadlines listed on the scholarship page for players to be fully considered for a financial aid package.
*Registering your player’s Intent to Play is not a commitment to the club for next season but ensures you will receive all tryout information and updates. All players planning on participating in Rapids Youth competitive programming must complete the Intent to Play registration.*
Rapids Youth Soccer recognizes the stress and anxiety that tryouts can create for players and that one or two days of observing players does not always reflect how they perform throughout the season. That is why Rapids Youth uses the entire year/season to evaluate players within our programming. The player placement process is meant to provide an opportunity for players new to competitive programming or those outside of the club who want to join to have a structured time to come and play in front of our staff and coaches. We highly recommend that parents reach out to competitive staff before the player placement process to begin that evaluation and conversation regarding placement sooner.
The 13U-19U EAL/DPL program registration operates similarly to the general Rapids Competitive program, however, with more travel. The dates below provide a general overview, but teams participate in different tournaments throughout the year, which are communicated at the start of each season.
Within the National Platform program, we have multiple levels of teams to create the best environment for our players. Below, is a brief overview of the levels but you can find more detailed information on the age group pages.
EAL/DPL teams represent the most competitive Colorado Soccer competition teams in a given age group; therefore, these players and parents must demonstrate a higher commitment to training. Our professionally trained coaching staff will lead them through the Rapids curriculum throughout the season.
These teams are expected to train ten months out of the year, three days per week during the season, and weekend games. These teams participate in the EAL and DPL Leagues, participating in both local and national matches.
National Platform teams will play in 2-4 tournaments and/or college showcases per year, depending on the age group. Out-of-state travel is expected for National Platform teams. As such, advanced-level players must have a substantial commitment to the sport of soccer for training and games.
EAL/DPL teams represent the most competitive Colorado Soccer competition teams in a given age group; therefore, these players and parents must demonstrate a higher commitment to training. Our professionally trained coaching staff will lead them through the Rapids curriculum throughout the season.
These teams are expected to train ten months out of the year, three days per week during the season, and weekend games. These teams participate in the EAL and DPL Leagues, participating in both local and national matches.
National Platform teams will play in 2-4 tournaments and/or college showcases per year, depending on the age group. Out-of-state travel is expected for National Platform teams. As such, advanced-level players must have a substantial commitment to the sport of soccer for training and games.
EAL/DPL teams represent the most competitive Colorado Soccer competition teams in a given age group; therefore, these players and parents must demonstrate a higher commitment to training. Our professionally trained coaching staff will lead them through the Rapids curriculum throughout the season.
These teams are expected to train ten months out of the year, three days per week during the season, and weekend games. These teams participate in the EAL and DPL Leagues, participating in both local and national matches.
National Platform teams will play in 2-4 tournaments and/or college showcases per year, depending on the age group. Out-of-state travel is expected for National Platform teams. As such, advanced-level players must have a substantial commitment to the sport of soccer for training and games.
EAL/DPL teams represent the most competitive Colorado Soccer competition teams in a given age group; therefore, these players and parents must demonstrate a higher commitment to training. Our professionally trained coaching staff will lead them through the Rapids curriculum throughout the season.
These teams are expected to train ten months out of the year, three days per week during the season, and weekend games. These teams participate in the EAL and DPL Leagues, participating in both local and national matches.
National Platform teams will play in 2-4 tournaments and/or college showcases per year, depending on the age group. Out-of-state travel is expected for National Platform teams. As such, advanced-level players must have a substantial commitment to the sport of soccer for training and games.
Rapids Youth Soccer partners with Soccer.com for all uniform needs. New National Platform players will receive an email from Soccer.com with a link to order the uniform at the beginning of each season. Our competitive uniforms operate on a two-year cycle.
The Rapids Youth Soccer field player kit includes two match jerseys, two match shorts, two pairs of socks, a training shirt, training shorts, training socks, a training jacket, training pants, and a backpack.
The Rapids Youth Soccer goalkeeper kit includes one match jersey, one match shorts, a pair of socks, a training shirt, training shorts, training socks, a training jacket, training pants, and a backpack.
It is important to note that uniforms are NOT included in registration costs.
*EAL/DPL Players will have a specific patch on all gameday items (Soccer.com adds them)*
Players will receive an invite to their team on Soccer.com with ordering instructions after they have been placed on a team and accepted their spot on the roster. This will include their number for the season and all required pieces in the kit.
The order deadline for competitive kits is July 1st for the fall season. The order deadline for competitive kits is December 20th for the spring season. Kits must be ordered and paid for by the deadline to ensure delivery for the start of the season.
The club assigns numbers to players in order to minimize issues with duplicates and ensure that there is consistency across the regions. Numbers are communicated to families prior and then uploaded into Soccer.com, simplifying the process for when families place orders.
Soccer.com is a one-stop shop with a range of equipment along with uniform pieces for the club and even fanwear. Make sure to check out the ‘Recommended’ and ‘Optional’ tabs for additional pieces such as cleats, gloves, and other key gear pieces that make sure your player is prepared for all weathers to play.
No, Soccer.com is fully online with no physical retail spaces. The Eddy indoor facility and North office have sample uniforms in various sizes for families to come and try on if they would like. Reach out to your age-group Director or Administrator to coordinate a time to come by either location.
Team Managers are a very important piece to the success of any youth soccer team. In order to take some of the responsibilities off of the coach’s plate, teams are requested to have a Team Manager volunteer to organize different functions of the team for the season. They work with the Team Treasurer to help with the team culture and create a fun experience for everyone involved.
Team Treasurers are a very important piece to the success of any youth soccer team. Treasurers help manage the team’s finances for the season, working with the coach and Team Manager to plan and coordinate travel and tournament participation among other team activities. The club supports our Treasurers with trainings, resources, and Administrators.
Team Managers are a very important piece to the success of any youth soccer team. In order to take some of the responsibilities off of the coach’s plate, teams are requested to have a Team Manager volunteer to organize different functions of the team for the season. They work with the Team Treasurer to help with the team culture and create a fun experience for everyone involved.
Team Treasurers are a very important piece to the success of any youth soccer team. Treasurers help manage the team’s finances for the season, working with the coach and Team Manager to plan and coordinate travel and tournament participation among other team activities. The club supports our Treasurers with trainings, resources, and Administrators.
The National Platform program provides an opportunity for players who want to learn and develop in an environment that challenges and educates them in the game of soccer. Rapids Youth Soccer is committed to supporting and developing those players that are committed to developing themselves.
Rapids Youth Soccer is committed to a year-long evaluation process of our homegrown players. This year-long evaluation and feedback process provides our players with a complete overview of their progress during their time with Rapids Youth Soccer. Coaches will meet with each player at the end of the fall and spring season to discuss growth, development, and progress throughout the season.
Our high school aged players have the opportunity to work with our College Placement Program for those interested in continuing to play at the collegiate level. Paired with Showcases for teams to be seen by local and national college coaches. Specific programmatic questions should be directed at their coach and Age Group Director.
Soccer Camps
Rapids Youth Soccer offers a variety of camps to help players continue their growth and development year-round. Check out the full Camps page to see how your player can continue to play after their last game!
Competitive Home
Fuel your child’s competitive spirit and unlock their full potential with Rapids Youth Soccer’s Competitive programs. Check out the Rapids Youth Competitive and see where passion meets excellence in Youth Soccer!
Elite
After participating in our Competitive programs, players are eligible to tryout for our Elite Programs. Get more information here.
Personal Training
Rapids Youth Soccer has some of the best coaches in the country! Personal training is an excellent opportunity for players looking to get more individual attention and hone their skills. Check it out here.
Rapids Youth Soccer is on a two-year cycle for uniform with Adidas. Players should change uniforms approximately every two years, which usually falls in line growth of players.
Your registration covers coaching fees, tournament fees, and administrative fees for the season. You are responsible for tournament travel.
During the regular CSA season, teams generally compete against other clubs across the Front Range. Some teams may travel as far north as Fort Collins, as far south as Pueblo or as far west as Grand Junction. Not all ages and levels will compete against clubs in these areas and these trips generally happen once per season.
Tournament travel varies based on the age and competitive level of the team. Select and Burgundy teams travel out of state for at least one and up to four tournaments and/or college showcases. White and Blue teams only participate in tournaments that take place in Colorado.
All teams train three times per week.
Select, Burgundy, and White teams train twice per week outside in January and February. Blue level players have the option of attending these training sessions.
All competitive team coaches are USSF Licensed or are in the process of completing USSF certification. All competitive coaches participate in intensive in-house coach education throughout the season.
Scholarship opportunities are available for all qualifying Rapids players in both our Rec and Competitive programs. To learn more about the process and to apply for financial aid click here to be brought to our scholarship page. There you can view specific competitive scholarship information under the ‘Competitive & Elite Application Process’ tab.
