(03.09.10)
Auxerre Win Again, Ready for Bordeaux
AJ Auxerre have rattled off their third straight win with a 1-0 victory over Valenciennes over the weekend. With the win, Auxerre have 48 points and are tied for 5th place with Lille in Ligue 1 with a game in hand. Ireneusz Jelen scored his team leading 7th goal in the win.
Auxerre will take on league leading Bordeaux on Wednesday. AJA upended the current French leaders 1-0 in October, the very same weekend that the partnership with Rush Soccer was announced.
Bonne chance AJA!
Rush Announces New Boys Uniform
(02.23.10)
Rush Soccer along with our partners Nike and Eursport, have decided upon the new design for the 2010 Boy's Uniform. Please click here for details and pictures of the new kits.
Rush International Expansion
(02.22.10)
Rush Continues International Expansion
The Rush started its international expansion with the creation of the Nkomazi Rush located approximately five hours east of Johannesburg. The Nkomazi Rush is currently registering 3,000 plus athletes classified in two age groups, the U14 boys and the U18 boys, with a few girls teams sprinkled in the mix. The area is packed with raw talent. The Nkomazi Rush will be provided with uniforms and other equipment for these players in August of 2010.
“Bien Venue” to our friends in France. This past Fall in November of 2009, the Rush announced its partnership with the miracle club AJ Auxerre of the French First Division. The goal is to create a long lasting partnership to establish coaching exchanges, formation of select teams for tournament participation, player development, brand awareness for both parties and most important, to find that one special player that can break into the AJ Auxerre first team.
To ring in the new year, we opened up a new club in Africa; Ghana Rush. This community is thriving with raw talent. One of these players will be brought to our previously mention European partner AJ Auxerre for a tryout.
Togo Rush was created in February of 2010, similar to the Ghana Rush, rich in talent and needy of resources.
Our latest two clubs, Gambia Rush and Senegal Rush, will be directed by Omar Sise. These two countries are not unfamiliar in creating talent. Both countries have players playing in most of the top leagues in the world. 
Above: January 2010. Over 300 players attend tryout for the Senegal Rush.
Four Gambian players are currently playing on the Colorado Rush U18 and U16 boys USDA teams. All of these players were on the team that won the African Nations Cup!
(Above: Gambian players (L to R: Seedy, Abdoulie, Famara, Baboucarr) arrive in Denver to roster with our Developmental Academy teams. First time in snow while playing soccer tennis!)
What is the Rush up to and why would we do this? Many reasons:
1) This a good thing to do. We have the resources and they certainly have the need. The R.E.A.C.H. Program (Rush Equipment Assisting Children) will be launching an unprecedented collection of used uniforms to ship to our sister clubs previously mentioned.
2) The Rush Brand will be spread internationally.
3) Perhaps, no we will, stimulate their respective community by signing a young talent to a U.S. or European based club. Most youth clubs that produce young talents receive financial benefits for their development of these young talents.
4) Bring young players to America for opportunities they do not receive in their respective countries, i.e. college education.
We are the Rush, we are, we are, we are the Rush!Ask The Doc
(02.22.10)
What is a strain and how long does it take to heal?
Dr. Douglas A. Foulk, from Panorama Orthopedics & Spine Center, provides the answers here.
School Of Excellence
(2.20.10)
School of Excellence registration is now open til March 26th 2010. SOE is a program that is for players who are passionate and excited about the game of soccer. This program is for players who want to excel and improve their personal game. For more information & dates, go to the Player programs tab and go to School of Excellence. Register online on the registration tab or Click here for registration form.
Attention all goalkeepers!
(02.20.10)
North Area Rush is excited to announce specific goalkeeper training for all of our U9 and U10 players! Any players interested in learning more about the position are welcome to attend, even those that may not be “full-time” goalkeepers. Please click here for the information sheet. All registrations can be done online under the Registrations tab.
Also, the training times for the Spring Goalkeeper Training have been set, please click here for the information sheet. If anyone has any questions, please email or call Brian at blux@coloradorush.com or 303.921.6090.
Rush Employee Named 7 Everyday Hero
(2.2.10)
Donna Pettigrew, Event Coordinator for the Colorado Rush was recently named as the ‘7 Everyday Hero’ for ABC Channel 7 in Denver. Donna has been working with the Rush since 2003 organizing local banquets like the Rush Awards Banquet and World Cup Wines fundraiser as well as taking the REACH (Rush Equipment Assisting Children) program to a national level. But Donna also helps put on an event for pampering deserving women in Denver at Warren Village where she has been a volunteer for nearly 16 years!
“Donna is invaluable to our team. She leads with her heart and does amazing work,” commented Colorado Rush Technical Director Erik Bushéy.
We are proud to have such a dedicated member of the community working for our club. Great work Donna and congratulations on your award!
Please click here to see the 7 News feature on Donna.
Rush Players Drafted Into the MLS!!
(1.15.10)
Both Collen Warner and Nick Cardenas, who participated in last weekends MLS Combine, were drafted today during the MLS Super Draft. Collen was selected in the 1st round and the 15th pick overall and will be playing for Real Salt Lake. Nick, who played at a local high school, was the 36th overall selection by the K.C. Wizards.
To view all the team selections, please click here.
Auxerre Victorious in Coupe de France
(1.12.10)
AJ Auxerre beat SC Amiens 1-0 to reach the round of 32 in the Coupe de France.
Cedric Hengbart scored two minutes into the second half to give Auxerre the lead. That goal proved to be the winner and enough to put Auxerre past the third-tier Amiens.
The next round in the Coupe de France will takes place January 23-24 and AJA will take on the winner of Saint-Ouen l’Aumone and Sedan
Welcome Ghana Rush!
(1.06.10)
Rush Soccer is very excited to announce that we have partnered with a club in Ghana in western Africa! To read about the new partnership, click here.
Auxerre Back on Winning Track
(12.28.09)
The consensus surprise club this season in the French Ligue 1 is AJ Auxerre who, after defeating Marseille 2-0 in front of 50,000 on Wednesday, sit in fifth place with 32 points. Bordeaux is running away from the pack leading the way with 43 points but Auxerre are just two points out of second place heading into the Christmas holiday.
Against Marseille, a team many figured to challenge for the league title, AJA took the lead just before halftime when Dennis Oliech finished a crossed ball for the 1-0 lead. In the second half AJA goalkeeper Oliver Sorin made several key saves and Oliech put the game out of reach scoring again in the 79th minute.
Auxerre will now take a three week break from league play before starting back up on Saturday, January 16 when they host Boulogne. The two teams played to a scoreless draw in late August.
Prior to league play starting back up, Auxerre will play SC Amiens in the Coupe De France on Friday, January 8.
Auxerre tie Lorient; Sit in 5th
(12.15.09)
After a two game losing streak, AJ Auxerre managed to get a point in a 0-0 draw at Lorient. The tie keeps Auxerre (27 points) one point ahead of Lorient in the standings and in 5th place in the league, just ahead of a slew of teams with 26 points. Both teams had several quality scoring chances throughout the game but both goal keepers came up big when called upon to keep the game scoreless.
Auxerre will return to action against Valenciennes Tuesday, December 15th for a rare weekday game. The midweek matchup will have great importance as Valenciennes (26 points) sits just one point behind AJA.
Rush Sports Medicine Update
(12.10.09)
The latest Rush Sports Medicine Supplement newsletter will inform you about growth plate injuries. These types of injuries can often be mistaken for a bruise or a sprain. Read the newsletter to learn how and why this happens.
Competitive Registration Fees DUE!!
(12.8.09)
All Compeititve participants, make sure you pay for the Spring 2010 season online or at our office during open hours.
All High School Boys fees are due December 11th 2009.
U11-U14 Teams fees are due by December 18th 2009.
If no attempt or payment is made by the due dates, a late fee will be applied.
Please contact Andrew Kewley if you have any questions, akewley@coloradorush.com, 515-988-2102.
U13Girls Swoosh Are in First Place
(12.2.09)
The U13 Girls Swoosh, Head Coach Mario Castillo assisted by Chris Raisch, had a tremendous fall 2009 season as they finished 1st Place in the Fall Standings. Keep up the hard work girls! "Congrats. This is a wonderful achievement for the girls and for the club! Cheers," DOC, Andrew Kewley.
Rush Headed to 2010 World Cup!
(10.12.09)
AND SO IS THE UNITED STATES! Thanks to the foot (and head) of Conor Casey, the U.S. defeated a previously unbeaten (at home) Honduras team supported by more than 45,000 fanatics. The U.S. battled a tough opponent, a raucous crowd and some sketchy officiating to win 3-2. After the U.S. conceded a free kick goal in the 46th minute (due to sloppy play by Oguchi Onyewu), Conor headed in the first of his two goals by out jumping and out battling the Honduran goal keeper. Conor's willingness to put his body in harms way made the difference. Ten minutes later, Conor would net his second after taking a slipped pass by Landon Donovan on the sprint and then calmly tucked the ball into the side netting for a 2-1 lead. Five minutes later Conor would keep possession and earn the foul that was converted by Donovan for a 3-1 lead. Honduras would score a second goal (though there was a hint of offsides leading up to the goal) in the 78th minute. When a penalty kick was called in the 87th minute, it seemed a tie was in the cards and what a cruel result that would have been. The U.S.'s Stuart Holden was whistled for a handball in the box. Carlos Pavon, who converted a penalty against the U.S. on Sept. 1, 2001, in Washington, D.C., in the last U.S. loss on home soil - missed the chance to equalize. The U.S. dealt with the onslaught over the next six minutes until the final whistle blew. The U.S. had qualified for the World Cup! With Conor's amazing performance, he (and thus Rush) has solidified his position with the U.S. National Team as they now prepare for South Africa! Congratulations Conor!! To read more on the game and view Conor's goals, click here.
U15 Nike Girls Take First at Trebol Shoot Out
(10.06.09)
After going through the first three games of the tournament with two wins and one loss, the girls went into the final as the number 1 seed on 21 points and left them with a rematch of the CO United Blue team who were on 20 points. This would set up a rematch for the championship against the CO United team who they had lost to.
The finals went 0-0 through regulation and the two 5 minute overtimes which sent them into a shootout. Their opponent went first and placed 2 of the 5 in the net. The girls scored 2 out of the first 4 which left the tenth shooter, our last shooter, Kelsie Hill, a win-it-all shot and she buried it for the win.
NA Rush Pumas take 3rd at 3v3 Regional's
(09.24.09)
The NA Rush Pumas, coached by Javier Arroyo, took 3rd place in the Regional Kick-It 3v3 competition in Vail. They competed in the U6 boys division and will be attending the National Finals Kick-It 3v3 competition held at the Disney Wide World of Sports Complex in Florida later this year. Well done to the Pumas and best of luck in Florida!
School of Excellence Off to Great Start!
(09.21.09)
Twenty five players participated in this, the second week of season two of NA Rush's School of Excellence Program. Three directors of coaching participated in the training (as well as the captain of the U18 Rush Nike Girls team): Brian Lux, DOC Goal Keeping for NA Rush, New Director of Coaching Andrew Kewley and Colorado Rush Technical Director Erik Bushey. As advertised, the program focuses on training techniques needed for soccer and playing small sided games. The program is taking place each Friday at Woodglen Park at 5pm.
Act on Your Dreams - Defining Perseverance
(09.17.09)
The Santa Clara Women's soccer team is once again a force to be reckoned with in College Soccer. After a rough season last year, the Broncos have started off this season in a big way including upsets of two top 10 teams last weekend. Santa Clara upset No. 5 Notre Dame 2-0 Friday night and followed that up with a 3-1 win over No. 7 Purdue on Sunday. Santa Clara's emergence (5-2-2) back into the national picture is due, in no small part, to the return of Colorado Rush Alum Jordan Angeli. Jordan, a sixth year senior, had spent the last 2 years at Santa Clara rehabbing her knee. A healthy Jordan is clearly paying dividends on the field.
Please click here to read the full interview.
New NA Rush Director of Coaching Interview
(09.11.09)
Andrew Kewley, new Coaching Director for the North Area Rush Soccer Club won't officially start his new position for a few more days. But he recently sat down to answer some questions to help the Rush family get to know him a little better. Please click here to read the interview.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!
NA Rush Hires New Full Time Director of Coaching - Andrew Kewley
(08.31.09)
We are excited to announce the newest addition to the North Area Rush! Andrew Kewley is joining NA Rush and will lead the staff and club as Director of Coaching beginning September 15, 2009. Andrew is joining us from within the Rush Soccer family. He is currently a director of coaching with Iowa Rush. Andrew is a graduate (Bachelor Degree and Masters Degree) from Drake University. He is a USSF licensed coach and has been an age group coordinator or director since 2005. Andrew was a quality player as well with playing stints in Wichita and Des Moines in the PDL, a captain for his Division I Drake University team and a regional team player back in his youth soccer days. We are excited to have Andrew joining North Area Rush! Stay tuned for much more on Andrew in the coming days.