CRYSC International Opportunities 2024

2024 International Opportunities – Still Open For Registration!

Winter and Spring Trip rosters are now finalized, but our CRYSC International Summer Tours are still open for our 2011 and 2005-2007 Competitive Players and Families!  Keep reading for more information on these international soccer immersion opportunities.

Over 220 CRYSC players, families, and staff will be joining us for our Spring trips, but there is still time for our 2011 and our 2005-2007 age groups to sign up for their international tours this summer!  We are also hosting a couple of Zoom “refresher” meetings in the coming weeks for players & parents to learn more about the trip and/or remind them of the details that we discussed in our informational meetings this past Summer.  See below for information about those trips and the upcoming Zoom meetings.

• The 2005-2007 (current 17U-19U) Boys & Girls are headed to Germany & The Netherlands for a 9-day tour, from June 6-14, 2024, filled with competition, cultural immersion, and opportunities for personal growth.  Travelers will participate in a trip that will start in Dusseldorf & Cologne, Germany, and then move into Amsterdam, Netherlands, to wrap up the journey.  Through their tour, our separate boys & girls team will each play three international friendly matches against local opponents, enjoy a professional clinic hosted by a German or Dutch academy coach, tour historic sites such as the Kölner Dom & Camp Vught, and visit Ajax Stadium in Amsterdam, among other activities. This trip does not include attendance at a pro-match, as all European club teams will be on an international break in preparation for the UEFA European Championships that take place in Germany starting June 14th. 
  • Space on this tour is limited to the first 18 Boys & 18 Girls players who register to ensure a quality experience on and off the field.
    • The Germany & Amsterdam “refresher” Zoom meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 5th @ 8:15pm.  To register for the meeting and receive the meeting link, please click HERE. Note: If you are interested in the trip but cannot attend the meeting, we encourage you to register so that you can receive the meeting recording and summary afterward.

• Our 2011 (current 13U) Boys & Girls and their families have the opportunity to travel to Scotland for a 9-day tour, from July 26-August 3, 2024, to gear up for the Fall season in a new environment with top-level Academy coaches and to take in the beauty and history of Scotland.  This trip will be focused on individual and small group skill-building and conditioning as our players prepare for the Fall 2024 season.  Included in the soccer content of this trip will be at least five professional clinics with guest coaches, 2-3 training sessions facilitated by CRYSC Staff, a tour of Celtic FC stadium, and a professional Scottish soccer match (teams TBD).  Additionally, we want players & families to enjoy the unique history and landscape of the country by taking in guided Glasgow and Edinburgh city tours, a visit to Stirling, and a tour of the Scottish Football Museum.
  • Space on this tour is limited to the first 20 Boys & 20 Girls players who register to ensure a quality experience on and off the field.
    • The Scotland “refresher” Zoom meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 5th @ 7:30pm.  To register for the meeting and receive the meeting link, please click HERE. Note: If you are interested in the trip but cannot attend the meeting, we encourage you to register so that you can receive the meeting recording and summary afterward.

In addition to these club-wide age-group trips, CRYSC International can also facilitate custom team trips that cater to a team’s schedule and interests.  This could include an international tournament, a new destination, an international coach’s “hometown” tour, or any other trip that blends both soccer and cultural immersion aspects.  There is still time to plan something for Summer or Fall 2024, should you be interested!  

For more information about all CRYSC International opportunities, please reach out to CRYSC Director of Club and International Partnerships, Jeff Oleck, at [email protected].

Germany & Netherlands: This trip will take our 2007-2005 boys and girls and families to two European countries, Germany and the Netherlands! Participants will have the chance to explore Dusseldorf & Amsterdam and the surrounding areas, Tour AFC Ajax Stadium, play three international friendly matches, participate in two Club-run training sessions, and have one professional training clinic with a guest coach from a professional Dutch academy! Travelers will also take an Amsterdam Bike tour, visit the Camp Vught National Memorial, take an excursion to Cologne, Germany, and have some free time to explore these incredible cities on their own.

Scotland: 2011 players and their families who visit Scotland will participate in a more individual and small group-centered experience, rather than the traditional format of playing friendlies with a full roster.  This allows our players to work on their own individual skills under the guidance of top Scottish youth, academy, and professional coaches over the course of 5+ training sessions throughout the week.  Travelers will also take in a professional Scottish league match, tour Glasgow Celtic Stadium, and take in the beautiful historic Scottish cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow.

London & Manchester (REGISTRATION CLOSED): The 2012 (12U) players and families who travel to England can expect opportunities to explore Manchester, Liverpool, and Royal London, attend a professional match in England with thousands of singing fans, take a tour of St. Georges Park (English FA’s national training center – pending availability), tour Manchester United’s Stadium, play three international friendly matches against local teams, participate in two club-run training sessions, and take part in one professional training clinic with a guest coach from a professional English club academy! Participants will also take a London City tour, visit the Tower of London, spend some free time in London, and enjoy an excursion to Liverpool.

Barcelona & Madrid (REGISTRATION CLOSED): Our 2010 (14U) players and families who travel to Spain will have the chance to explore beautiful Barcelona & Madrid, watch a professional game with thousands of dedicated fans, tour the stadium of Real Madrid, train as a group in local facilities, and participate in a clinic led by professional Spanish coaches. Some of the awesome inclusions of this trip include a guided Barcelona & Madrid city tour, a tour around the La Sagrada Familia, Parc Guell, Las Ramblas, an excursion to the historic town of Zaragoza, and enjoy some free time on your own to explore these historic cities.

Costa Rica (REGISTRATION CLOSED): The 2009 & 2008s can escape the Colorado winter in January 2024 and head to warm & sunny Costa Rica for a week of pre-season training, individual skill development, and off-the-field adventures!  This trip will provide individual and small group training opportunities with Costa Rican academies/clubs, CRYSC staff-run sessions, tickets to a pro match, and an opportunity to participate in a service project to interact with local soccer players.  In addition to the soccer content, we will explore Costa Rica’s rich natural landscape by taking in volcanos, river rafting, and a jungle cruise.