Competitive Soccer
COMPETITIVE OVERVIEW
The Rush Competitive division is for the player who is ready to take their development in this sport to the next level. Led by a experienced, professional coaching staff, your player will experience an increased volume of soccer in a focused, goal-oriented, competitive environment. Our competitive teams train regularly to further develop their technical skills and tactical understanding of the Rush style of play.
When can I join?
Tryouts for the Fall 2022 / Spring 2023 season will be held in June. Please visit our Tryout page for more information and to register.
program age group: 11u-19u
Contact info: registrar@southernlakesrush.com
Cost 11u-15u (full year): $550
Cost 16u-19 (one season): $375
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Southern Lakes Rush’s competitive program offers a more challenging and competitive playing environment than is typically provided by local recreational leagues. The primary goal for our competitive team program is to help each player reach his or her maximum potential with regards to soccer, as well as to give our players the best possible resources to develop successful teams.
Competitive teams are formed in the summer of each year through open tryouts and evaluations. Players are accepted to their team for a one – year (12-month) commitment beginning July 1 to June 30th the following year. Teams practice 2-3 times per week during the fall and spring seasons as well as optional off-season training opportunities.
The Competitive program requires travel to local, regional and/or out-of-state tournaments. Individual teams compete at various levels depending upon the competitive needs of the players involved.
If you have any questions about the Competitive Program or would like additional information please contact us at registrar@southernlakesrush.com
COMPETITIVE FEES
Competitive fees for 11u to 15u teams are $550 per year and $375 for high school teams (fall or spring only). Payments can be made in 5-6 installments each season. All fees include Southern Lakes Rush fees, tournament fees, WYSA team and player registration fees, referee fees, regular field expenses and maintenance, and coach’s fees for one full season. The fees DO NOT include tournament travel expenses, uniform, indoor fees or other team expenses.
Uniforms cost approximately $180 and include two jerseys, two pairs of shorts and two pairs of socks.
Southern Lakes Rush does offer financial aid assistance to players/families who need it. Please contact the club at registrar@southernlakesrush.com for more information regarding this.
Player Development Standards and Curriculum
Background:
Rush believes fostering a structured, developmental environment requires common standards and benchmarks that can be followed by trainers and understood by players and parents. Rush standards focus on developing smart, complete soccer players, while preparing boys and girls to play soccer at the next level.
Rush focuses on four key areas in player development:
Skill Areas:
- Technical – The ability to execute individual skills critical to game play. As players mature and settle into positions, skill emphasis may differ by position. For example: a central midfield player will need different techniques and expertise as compared to an outside back.
- Tactical – Rush aims to create clever players, capable of adapting to the constantly changing circumstances of the game. Tactical skills are when a player takes action or makes a decision to gain an advantage on the field.
- Physical – Strong and resilient players will provide a significant advantage to the team. A tired player will struggle to think properly and is prone to commit more errors.
- Psychosocial – A human being is often affected by his/her emotions. Players will learn to use these emotions to their advantage and turn them into strengths.
About
Southern Lakes Rush provides competitive soccer programs serving the Walworth County area.