The Iowa Rush Academy Program provides a quality environment for players to grow in their understanding of the game of soccer.  Through quality instruction, improved methodology, and effective communication, a solid foundation is established for children to continue progressing in the sport.

WHO IS IT FOR?

- Children who have been involved in organized soccer for at least one season (For example: 7U-8U Rush Soccer, Ankeny Parks and Rec, etc.). Players without organized soccer experience are encouraged to participate with an Iowa Rush Recreational Team for one season before enrolling in Academy.

- Players likely interested to continue participating in the sport at the Select or Recreational levels at 11U.

- Children considering playing high school soccer in the future.

Iowa Rush Player Pathway-Overview of 9U-10U Program Options: Academy and Rec

GOALS OF THE IOWA RUSH ACADEMY PROGRAM

- Players have fun learning to play the game.

- Players improve their ability to move and manipulate the ball.

- Players are motivated by their improvement to stay involved in the game

- Parents become advocates for our development philosophy and help create a quality “player-centered” environment.

- Coaches are in an environment which provides an opportunity to grow and more effectively promote our player development philosophies.

Academy Program Information: Communication

Academy Program Information: Age Group Structures & Rosters

Academy Program Information: Training

Academy Program Information: Games