Education

The Individualization of Coaching the Player Within the Collective

“Teams don’t learn. Individuals within the team learn. Development is a personal process, even when conducted in a team environment.” – Johan Cruyff This September, Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Technical…

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Sports Author & Speaker John O’Sullivan Visits Colorado For A Week Of Coaches Education

JOHN O’SULLIVAN’S PRESENTATION TO CRYSC COACHES WILL BE LIVESTREAMED FOR PARENTS, PLAYERS, & STAFF ON THIS PAGE, FRIDAY, AUGUST 26 @ 6:00 PM. TUNE-IN ABOVE! This August, Rapids Youth Soccer…

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Introducing Mark Wilson, CRYSC Head of Education

It is with great enthusiasm that we welcome Mark Wilson to Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club in a newly created role as the Club’s Head of Education! “Developing Remarkable Coaches”…

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Sports Author & Speaker John O’Sullivan Presents to CRYSC Staff & Coaches

This January, Rapids Youth Soccer had the privilege of being visited by acclaimed author, speaker, and Founder/CEO of the Changing the Game Project, John O’Sullivan. John built his career creating…

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Donald Gillies Joins CRYSC As Technical Director

It is with great enthusiasm that we welcome Donald Gillies to Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club (CRYSC) as the Club’s new Technical Director. After 16 years with the Scottish Football Association,…

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Tom Byer Speaks To CRYSC Staff @ The Eddy

Rapids Youth Soccer was honored to welcome Tom Byer to the Eddy this February to hear him speak on “Soccer Starts at Home”! For two decades, Tom has been one…

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Welcome David Garcia to Rapids Youth Soccer

Rapids Youth Soccer is excited to introduce the newest member of our Staff, David Garcia. David grew up in Rochester New York attending Utica College to study business administration and play college soccer. In 2013, David moved to Spain to pursue his UEFA ‘A’ and ‘B’ coaching licenses. During his time there, Coach Garcia learned invaluable lessons that he is now bringing to the Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club.

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Watching the 2018 World Cup & Learning From the Best: World Cup Final

The World Cup has come to its final moments of glory and disappointment with France playing Croatia for the title of “Best in the World.” Read our breakdown of crucial matchups and tactics leading to the match that will make or break many players’ childhood dreams of winning the World Cup.

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Watching the 2018 World Cup & Learning From the Best: Round of 16

As the World Cup games become make or break the tactics are also changing. With no ties, Fairplay point interference, or second-class opposition these teams are ready for the world’s largest stage. Join us for our World Cup knockout round previewing tactics and matchups from each match in the round of 16.

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CRYSC & World Cup 2018: What to Watch for

The World Cup took center stage this month as 32 teams squared off for world soccer supremacy. With the summer league break for Colorado youth soccer, many are taking this time to watch the world’s best compete. Many pundits and commentators will weigh in on what they think is causing teams to succeed or fail but what are they watching to decide if a player did well or played poorly? With every game having a minimum of 22 players on the field and only a few scoring goals, how do you know what to watch? Join us as we outline soccer watching tips and tricks for parents, players, and coaches.

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