(12.27.08)
We are still in the process of finding the right person for the Director of Coaching position. We have been working diligently on this process and have begun to narrow down the prospects. This is a big step for the North Area Rush and we want to ensure the best person for the position is found. Please contact us if you have any questions. We will provide updates as they become available.
Join us for the 25th Annual Soccer Ball Fundraiser
Theme: Mardi Gras Black Tie Gala
When: February 14th 2009, 6pm-11pm
Where: The Dome at the Adams County Fair Grounds
Please click here for further details and to sign up
Goalkeeper Camp
The Rush Winter Goalkeeper Training is designed to give the goalkeeper an intense workout to improve their Handling, Fitness, Mobility and Footwork techniques leading into the spring season. Click here for more details.
Coaches and Membership Meeting
We would like to thank everyone who was able to attend the recent Coaches and Membership meetings. Both meetings were well attended and very positive. We would also like to thank Tim Schulz, President and CEO of Colorado Rush and Rush Soccer, as well as Erik Bushey, Technical Director for the Colorado Rush for conducting these meetings.
If you have further questions about either meeting please contact the North Area Rush office.
Rush Core Values
There are 11 Rush Core Values, they are: Accountability, Advice, Empathy, Enjoyment, Humility, Leadership, Passion, Respect, Safety, Tenacity and Unity. Please click here to read more about the Rush Core Values.
Nike
Rush Soccer Club proudly wears Nike uniforms and apparel exclusively throughout soccer operations, especially through uniform usage in its competitive and developmental soccer programs. The club believes strongly in the competitive benefits that Nike apparel and equipment technology and styling provide our teams. To read more about the Rush/Nike relationship, please click here.
Eurosport
Eurosport strives to be the world's leading authentic grassroots soccer company, building strong relationships in a vibrant, creative, and ethical environment. Please click here to find out more about the partnership between Rush Soccer and Eurosport; or click here to go directly to the Eurosport website.
The Rush Way
The Rush Way is the embodiment of all that is Rush Soccer; the rules and manner in which Rush members hold themselves and how they expect other Rush members to conduct themselves.
This is not inherent in all people, but can be learned. The Rush Way encourages passion, leadership, respect and, above all, quality.
In no way will the Rush Way be implemented over night, but in time the Rush Way will prevail and prove fruitful.
Please click here for a summation of the Rush Way. It is by no means all inclusive, but enough to provide an idea of what it means to wear the Rush colors and be part of the best.
Sports Medicine Supplement (Newsletters)
> Issue 2: "Knee Injuries" (.pdf)
(click here to view Issue 1: "Concussions")
Click Here to Register for Spring Developmental Soccer
NA Rush seeks Director of Coaching, please click here to see the job description.
The Board of Directors and Rush Soccer have mutually agreed to hire a Director of Coaching for the North Area Rush Soccer Club (formerly NASA). “This is a big step for the NA Rush. Last night at the NA Rush B.O.D. meeting we agreed to move forward with the first hire to be a Director of Coaching,” said Tim Schulz, President of the Colorado Rush The Rush has been through this process many times, 22 times to be exact. The Rush has 22 partners across the Untied States and is not a novice in club development. The Rush has 33,000 members across the country and has made a tremendous impact on each community they have touched.
“We are on the same page. I will begin my search immediately, and, yes, I will not limit my search to Colorado residents only. The success of any club is established and determined by its leaders. We will be sure to conduct our search with due diligence and hire the best qualified person,” said Erik Bushéy, Technical Director of the Colorado Rush.
The Rush has been commissioned to post a Position Description by Friday of this week regarding requirements, skill sets, etcetera. The hiring of this person will act as the “C.E.O.” of the NA Rush. This person will be the “boss” on taking this club to the next level with the help and guidance of the Rush. This process is to begin immediately. Stay tuned for more details.
We are pleased to announce that NASA has become a branch of the nationally recognized Rush Soccer Club. Thornton has joined cities like Houston, Kansas City, Memphis, Tucson, Colorado Springs, Albuquerque, and Virginia Beach to become part of the Littleton based organization.
Rush Soccer brings immediate National Club identity to the soccer culture in the Thornton area, with their instant credibility. The Professional Staff of RUSH will implement their Philosophy, Methodology, Coaching services, and Playing opportunities, to the North Metro Area players.
The Board of Directors and President, Mark Iverson saw this as a great opportunity that will offer the best and most positive soccer playing experience for current and future North Area Rush soccer players. “Your child’s soccer journey has now reached a new level here at the North Area Rush Soccer Club.” As quoted by Mark.
“I am excited about getting the folks up in the Thornton area involved in the Rush Way. I expect us to have a tremendous impact on the North Area players, their development and their overall soccer enjoyment,” said Erik Bushey, Technical Director for the Colorado Rush.
For more information about the NASA/Colorado Rush Partnership please refer to the attached Press Release. Or you may contact us at 303-280-6272.
Congratulations! U10 G Opt.1 Academy Black - Took 2nd Place in the CYS Cup.
The Explosion Academy Black team took 2nd place on Oct. 5th at the Colorado Youth Soccer Cup. They won 3 preliminary games in the Option 1 Bronze division with three shut outs (4-0, 2-0, 3-0). The biggest victory coming against the Storm North girls who use to be part of NASA. Their only loss came in the Championship game to the Westminster Angels (3-0), thus giving them a second place finish. Some tears were shed by the girls but everyone had smiles on their faces after Mark treated them to some Ice cream after the game.
The U10 G Pink Panthers also had an awesome weekend at the CYS Cup. Finishing 2nd in their division. We are proud of both of your teams, first for taking the initiative to participate in a state tournament, and secondly for giving it their all to play their best, showing their club spirit and have a good time doing it. Way to go!!
CHANGES TO COME FOR NASA!!!
This is exciting news for all of us here at NASA and for you the Members of NASA - With this partnership you will see many changes some of the immediate changes will include:
• A New Home Page to the website ~ as of Friday Oct. 3rd when you log into the nasasportscenter.org website you will be redirected to the new North Area Rush Home page. (Please be patient with the construction of each of the links as we will be constructing and updating them daily). All of the membership and team info will remain the same. You will still be able to access your player, coach or parent accounts.
• Technical Training ~ North Area Rush would like to introduce you to Dan Gargan; he is a former Colorado rapids player and will be working with some of our teams here in the next couple of weeks with technical skills and player development.
• Goalie Training ~ Steve Quinones who is Colorado Rush’s Director of Goal Keeping will be assisting North Area Rush, working our competitive Goalies. Dave Barber will continue to work with all of our Recreational teams.
• College Advisory Program (CAP) ~ The Colorado Rush Soccer Club is proud to provide a number of programs outside the normal realm of training, competition, and soccer related activities. One of those programs is the College Advisory Program or C.A.P. This program is run by C.A.P. Director Steve Quinones and is provided to our boys and girls teams U15 to U19.