#Youth Academy
u11-U12 Competitive & Elite Soccer
For Players 11-12 years old
U11-U12 Player Pathway
As players advance through the U11-U12 program, they receive focused training aimed at improving tactical understanding and technical skills, preparing them for progression into higher levels of competition. The program is committed to embedding Colorado Rush East's core values into every aspect of development, ensuring players not only grow in skill but also in character. The divisions range from Competitive to Elite, depending on the competitive level of the teams.
Colorado Rush East offers two developmental pathways for the U11-U12 age group:
- Competitive teams are designed for players aiming to enhance their soccer skills and compete at higher levels, focusing on preparing them for future competitive play.
- Elite is the highest tier of the U11-U12 soccer program at Colorado Rush East. These teams are formed during the annual kickarounds sessions each May and are coached by paid, licensed professionals from the Colorado Rush staff, emphasizing advanced development and competitive play. Players not selected for Elite teams will join Competitive level teams within their age group.
Tryout Process
Formal Tryouts
Every year, Colorado Rush East holds formal tryouts from late May to early June. The tryouts are primarily aimed at new players, U11 players, and current competitive Rush players looking to switch teams. While we do our best to measure an athletes technical and tactical abilities along with their physical and psychological attributes we recognize a tryout period does not allow us to fully rate players accurately. For these reasons, existing players will be observed throughout the entire year by their team Head Coach and Director of Coaching (DOC) at training sessions and games. They will then be consequently placed more accurately within the Colorado Rush system.
Year-Round opportunities
Players interested in joining our competitive teams don't have to wait for formal tryouts. We offer opportunities to trial with a team throughout the year. This allows potential new members to demonstrate their skills and find the right team fit outside the traditional tryout schedule.
By providing both structured and flexible entry points into our competitive program, Colorado Rush ensures that all players have the chance to join and excel in an environment that matches their soccer ambitions and skills.
If you're interested in joining Colorado Rush, don't wait! Please contact us
What to Expect
U11-U12 Competitive
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Teams train three times a week for 75-90 minutes. Specific practice dates/times are based on the coach’s schedule and will be announced prior to the season starting.
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Games are 7v7 and played on Saturdays in the Colorado Front Range League. Teams play 4 home and 4 away matches against teams based out of other youth soccer clubs around the state.
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Teams are coached by parent volunteers with the help of the Director of Coaching (DOC) who creates training plans for all the teams.
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All competitive players will need to order a Capelli Competitive kit. Ordering details will be provided after tyrouts.
WHAT TO EXPECT
U11-U12 Elite
List of Services
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Elite teams train three times a week for 75-90 minutes. The specific dates and times are based on the coach's scheudle and will be announced prior to the start of the seaon.
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The program runs a fall season from late August to mid-November, and a spring season from mid-March to mid-May. Teams at this level will play in one tournament per season and get to participate in the Rush Friendlies.
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Elite teams are coached by one paid staff coach and one volunteer coach.
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All competitive players will need to order a Capelli Competitive kit. Ordering details will be provided after tyrouts.
U11-U12 Elite Pathway
At Colorado Rush, our U11-U12 Elite Youth Academy is a pivotal development ground for aspiring athletes and strong characters. This program is foundational to both our club and soccer across Colorado, aligning with our Senior Program and embodying Rush's core values and philosophy. Participants engage with 11 essential values like respect, unity, and passion, crucial for their growth on and off the field. Our focused curriculum enhances creativity, technique, discipline, and game understanding.
Are you a standout player seeking advanced opportunities? Contact us to see if our elite pathway is right for you.
QUESTIONS
If you have questions about the program please
contact us and we will respond within 24/48hrs.
