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Player of the Month February 2026

Brielle is a forward for our Rapids 07/08 DPL team who exemplifies leadership, resilience, and passion on and off the field. She works tirelessly in every match, scoring goals, setting up teammates, and winning the ball back high up the field, while lifting those around her and holding herself and others accountable.

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Load, Growth & Injury Prevention

In this blog post, CRYSC Head Athletic Trainer Julie Graves explains how sudden increases in training load—especially during the winter-to-spring transition—can increase injury risk for youth soccer players. With guidance on managing workload, supporting recovery, and navigating growth spurts, this resource helps families keep athletes healthy as activity ramps up.

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January Focus: Our Training Methodology in Winter

Winter changes the environment — not our beliefs. Smaller spaces and tighter conditions create more decisions, more touches, and faster learning. By leaning into small-sided, game-based training, we keep players active, engaged, and solving real soccer problems every minute. When the environment is right, learning takes care of itself — and winter becomes a foundation, not a pause.

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Winter Injury Prevention

In this blog post, CRYSC Head Athletic Trainer Julie Graves shares practical guidance on keeping players healthy throughout winter training. With a focus on common injury risks, proper warm-ups, strength and balance work, and smart recovery habits, this resource helps athletes and families reduce injury risk and prepare confidently for the spring season.

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Player of the Month January 2026

Joshua is a center midfielder for our Rapids FC Select/NPL team who exemplifies leadership, consistency, and impact on both sides of the ball. A team captain during the 2025 high school season at Loveland Classical School, he recorded 18 goal contributions (9 goals, 9 assists), earned Foothills League All-League honors, and received multiple Player of the Match recognitions for his influence in key moments.

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Player of the Month November 2025

Sutton is a forward for our Rapids South 09G ECNL-RL team, known for her leadership, consistency, and exceptional athleticism. As captain, she has been a driving force for a newly formed roster, contributing a goal or assist in every match since the Rapids Classic and earning praise from coaches across the league for her competitiveness and work ethic.

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CRYSC November Technical Update

As we close out 2025, we want to share something we’re incredibly proud of — something that sits at the core of who we are as a club: We are committed to developing remarkable coaches. Behind every great player experience is a coach who creates the environment, sets the tone, chooses the words, and inspires kids to fall in love with the game. This year, our coaching staff took enormous steps forward, and we want to celebrate them with the entire CRYSC community.

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Destination Spotlight: Portugal 2026 – A Journey of Soccer, Culture & Lifelong Memories

This Summer, CRYSC International is offering an extraordinary 9-day tour that blends soccer with the rich culture and history of Portugal! 20011-2007 Elite & Competitive Program Players and Families can register TODAY! This trip can make a fantastic end-of-school trip, family vacation, or graduation gift for our high school seniors, as the dates are June 5-13, 2026.

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