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The Rapids Youth Soccer 15U-19U Competitive Programs are Colorado’s premier option for growing, learning, and developing in youth soccer. The Competitive Program builds on the foundation players have learned throughout their time with Rapids Youth Soccer, including philosophy, the Rapids curriculum, and The Rapids Way. Teams are decided through our year-long player evaluation process followed by Player Placement events at the end of May.

  • Teams are coached by professionally trained coaches
  • Training and game locations will vary depending on level of play of each team
  • 15U-19U Competitive Teams registration operate on the opposite season of high school soccer programming; Girls = Fall Season, Boys = Spring Season
  • Game format is played in line with U.S. Soccer directives which is 11v11 for 13U-19U
  • Team sizes may vary depending on age and level of play

For a more comprehensive overview, continue scrolling to view the level and age group breakdown below.

Megan  PisciottaAdministrator - Fort Collins[email protected]719.377.2206
Kyle  OtecDirector of Competitive Programming[email protected]970.305.5863

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. 

GO TO THE SCHOLARSHIP PAGE
Overview

The Rapids Youth Soccer 15U-19U Competitive Programs are Colorado’s premier option for growing, learning, and developing in youth soccer. The Competitive Program builds on the foundation players have learned throughout their time with Rapids Youth Soccer, including philosophy, the Rapids curriculum, and The Rapids Way. Teams are decided through our year-long player evaluation process followed by Player Placement events at the end of May.

  • Teams are coached by professionally trained coaches
  • Training and game locations will vary depending on level of play of each team
  • 15U-19U Competitive Teams registration operate on the opposite season of high school soccer programming; Girls = Fall Season, Boys = Spring Season
  • Game format is played in line with U.S. Soccer directives which is 11v11 for 13U-19U
  • Team sizes may vary depending on age and level of play

For a more comprehensive overview, continue scrolling to view the level and age group breakdown below.

Contact
Megan  PisciottaAdministrator - Fort Collins[email protected]719.377.2206
Kyle  OtecDirector of Competitive Programming[email protected]970.305.5863
Scholarships

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. 

GO TO THE SCHOLARSHIP PAGE

15U-19U Competitive Season Dates

The 15U-19U competitive program registration is for either the fall or spring season, opposite of high school programming, with some Rapids training leading up to each season. High school girls participate with Rapids Youth Soccer in the fall season and the boys in the spring. 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.

Fall Season – High School Girls

  • Team Offers Sent – The Week of Memorial Day
  • Team Orientation Meetings – Throughout June & July
  • Fall Training Starts – Last Week of July/Early August
  • Rapids Friendlies – First Weekend of August
  • Rapids Classic – Third Weekend of August
  • Fall Games Kick Off – Last Weekend of August
  • Preseason Training Starts (High School Boys) – October/November

Spring Season – High School Boys

  • Spring Training Starts – Mid-January
  • Spring Games Kick Off – Second Weekend in March
  • Intent to Play Registration Opens – April 1
  • High School Girls Player Placement (Tryouts) – Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday After Memorial Day
  • HSB Player Placement (Tryouts) – Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday After Memorial Day
  • Team Offer Sent – The Week of Memorial Day

Competitive Teams Breakdown

Within the Rapids Competitive 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.

Select teams represent the most competitive teams in a given age group, and therefore these players and parents are required to demonstrate a higher commitment to training.

These teams are expected to train ten months out of the year, three days per week during the season, and weekend games. It is typical for Select teams to play in the highest leagues within the Colorado Soccer Association.

Select teams will play in 2-4 tournaments and/or college showcases per year depending on the age group. Out-of-state travel should be expected for Select teams depending on age group. As such, elite-level players must have a substantial commitment to the sport of soccer for training and games. 

Fort Collins Competitive – Select Teams [15U-19U]

Age Groups: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U, 19U
Levels: Intermediate, Advanced
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1218Per Year
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  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August-May
  • Train 3 Days per week in Fall and Spring
  • Train 2 Days per week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel

Burgundy teams represent the second-most competitive teams in a given age group, and therefore these players and parents are required to demonstrate a higher commitment to training.

Burgundy teams will play in 2-4 tournaments and/or college showcases per year depending on the age group. Out-of-state travel should be expected for high school age groups during the season. As such, elite-level players must have a substantial commitment to the sport of soccer for training and games.

These teams are expected to train ten months out of the year, three days per week during the season, and weekend games. It is typical for Burgundy teams to play in the high Centennial or Champions divisions within the Colorado Soccer Association.

Fort Collins Competitive – Burgundy Teams [15U-19U]

Age Groups: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U, 19U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1218Per Year
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  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August-May
  • Train 3 Days per Week in Fall and Spring
  • Train 1 Day per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel

White teams are competitive teams that typically compete in mid-level CSA competitive leagues.

Similar to our top teams, these teams practice two-three days per week during the season, in addition to weekend games and demand substantial time commitments from players. They typically play in 2-3 in-state tournaments and/or local college showcases per year depending on the age-group. 

Fort Collins Competitive – White Teams [16U-19U]

Age Groups: 16U, 17U, 18U, 19U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1170Per Year
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  • Aug – Nov | Feb – May
  • Train 2-3/Week In Fort Collins area
  • Three Local Tournaments a Year
  • Some In-State Travel for Leagues
  • Compete in State B League
Select

Select teams represent the most competitive teams in a given age group, and therefore these players and parents are required to demonstrate a higher commitment to training.

These teams are expected to train ten months out of the year, three days per week during the season, and weekend games. It is typical for Select teams to play in the highest leagues within the Colorado Soccer Association.

Select teams will play in 2-4 tournaments and/or college showcases per year depending on the age group. Out-of-state travel should be expected for Select teams depending on age group. As such, elite-level players must have a substantial commitment to the sport of soccer for training and games. 

Fort Collins Competitive – Select Teams [15U-19U]

Age Groups: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U, 19U
Levels: Intermediate, Advanced
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1218Per Year
REGISTER NOW
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August-May
  • Train 3 Days per week in Fall and Spring
  • Train 2 Days per week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel
Burgundy

Burgundy teams represent the second-most competitive teams in a given age group, and therefore these players and parents are required to demonstrate a higher commitment to training.

Burgundy teams will play in 2-4 tournaments and/or college showcases per year depending on the age group. Out-of-state travel should be expected for high school age groups during the season. As such, elite-level players must have a substantial commitment to the sport of soccer for training and games.

These teams are expected to train ten months out of the year, three days per week during the season, and weekend games. It is typical for Burgundy teams to play in the high Centennial or Champions divisions within the Colorado Soccer Association.

Fort Collins Competitive – Burgundy Teams [15U-19U]

Age Groups: 15U, 16U, 17U, 18U, 19U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1218Per Year
REGISTER NOW
  • Additional Tournament Fees Separate
  • August-May
  • Train 3 Days per Week in Fall and Spring
  • Train 1 Day per Week in Winter
  • Compete in State League
  • Possible In and Out of State Travel
White

White teams are competitive teams that typically compete in mid-level CSA competitive leagues.

Similar to our top teams, these teams practice two-three days per week during the season, in addition to weekend games and demand substantial time commitments from players. They typically play in 2-3 in-state tournaments and/or local college showcases per year depending on the age-group. 

Fort Collins Competitive – White Teams [16U-19U]

Age Groups: 16U, 17U, 18U, 19U
Levels: Beginner, Intermediate
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
$1170Per Year
REGISTER NOW
  • Aug – Nov | Feb – May
  • Train 2-3/Week In Fort Collins area
  • Three Local Tournaments a Year
  • Some In-State Travel for Leagues
  • Compete in State B League

The Player Placement Process

*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.

Who Needs to Attend Tryouts:
  1. New Players from Outside the Rapids Youth Soccer System: Any player 2014-2006 (U11-U19) NEW to Rapids soccer.
  2. Returning CRYSC Players:
  • All 2014-2011 (U11-U14) Girls and Boys
  • All 2010-2006 (U15 -U19) Girls and Boys
  • All Goalkeepers 2014-2006 (U11-U19) Girls and Boys
Where: Loveland Sports Park Field 10 and 11(950 N Boyd Lake Ave, Loveland, CO 80538)
When: May 28th- May 29th (*May 30th & 31st will be used as a make-up day due to unforeseen circumstances) 
  • 2:00pm-3:00pm: 2012 (U13) – 2011 (U14) Boys & Girls
  • 3:30pm- 4:30pm: 2014 (U11) -2013 (U12) Girls
  • 5:00pm-6:00pm: 2014 (U11) -2013 (U12) Boys
  • 6:30pm-7:30pm: 2010 (U15) – 2006 (U19) Boys
  • 8:00pm-9:00pm: 2010 (U15) – 2006 (U19) Girls
Goalkeepers
  • Where: Loveland Sports Park Field 10 and 11 (950 N Boyd Lake Ave, Loveland, CO 80538)
  • When: May 28th:
    • U15-U-19 Boys and Girls
      • 5-6PM
    • U11-U14 Boys and Girls 
      • 6:30-7:30PM
    • *May 29th – GKs will attend their scheduled age groups
The deadline to register for these tryouts is Monday, May 27.
Offer Letters – Offer letters will be sent via PlayMetrics between May 28th-June 2nd

Connect with Rapids Fort Collins Competitive or Register your Intent to Play (ITP) today!

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Uniforms

Rapids Youth Soccer partners with Soccer.com for all uniform needs. New competitive 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.

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Uniform FAQs

How Do I Place the Order for My Kit?

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.

When is the Order Deadline for Competitive Kits?

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.

Who Assigns Numbers?

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.

What Else Can I Order for My Player?

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.

Is There a Physical Shop I Can Purchase Uniforms From?

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 Volunteers

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 Manager Responsibilities

  • Working with the coach to communicate with the team about trainings and games.
  • Planning and communicating social events for the team.
  • Coordinating travel when necessary for Tournaments/Events.
  • Registering teams for Tournaments with the Team Treasurer.

Club Support for Team Managers

  • One-on-one support if you have any questions or concerns.
  • Educational opportunities at meetings and in person about next steps for the team.
  • An administrative staff to provide any support you need.

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 Treasurer Responsibilities

  • Registering for Tournaments with the Team Treasurer
  • Entering coach travel fees
  • Assisting with reimbursements
  • Managing the team’s budget

Club Support for Team Treasurers

  • One-on-one support if you have any questions or concerns.
  • Educational opportunities at meetings and in person about next steps for the team.
  • An administrative staff to provide any support you need.
Team Manager

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 Manager Responsibilities

  • Working with the coach to communicate with the team about trainings and games.
  • Planning and communicating social events for the team.
  • Coordinating travel when necessary for Tournaments/Events.
  • Registering teams for Tournaments with the Team Treasurer.

Club Support for Team Managers

  • One-on-one support if you have any questions or concerns.
  • Educational opportunities at meetings and in person about next steps for the team.
  • An administrative staff to provide any support you need.
Team Treasurer

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 Treasurer Responsibilities

  • Registering for Tournaments with the Team Treasurer
  • Entering coach travel fees
  • Assisting with reimbursements
  • Managing the team’s budget

Club Support for Team Treasurers

  • One-on-one support if you have any questions or concerns.
  • Educational opportunities at meetings and in person about next steps for the team.
  • An administrative staff to provide any support you need.

Understanding Your Time in the 15U-19U Competitive Rapids Programs

The Competitive 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.

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⭐️🏅⭐️ CONGRATS to Izzie Harrison on winning our January 2024 @uchealth Player of the Month Award! Read more about Izzie 👉 cry.sc/Jan24-POTM 
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Program FAQs

How Often Do Players Need to Change Uniforms

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.

What Do My Registration Fees Go Toward?

Your registration covers coaching fees, tournament fees, and administrative fees for the season. You are responsible for tournament travel.

How Far Do I Have To Travel For Games?

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.

How Often Do Teams Train?

All teams train three times per week.

Are the Coaches Qualified?

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.

Are Scholarships Offered For Competitive Players?

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.