#MinnesotaRush
Development Academy
PROGRAM INFORMATION
The Minnesota Rush Development Academy is a training program designed for U7-8 players who have experience playing soccer and are ready for group instruction, preparing players for U9 Competitive traveling soccer.
Players learn foundational techniques under the guidance of paid/professional and Competitive coaches, alongside players who want the same training environment. One training and one game experience per week, offered year-round via five seasons.
- Fall - August to October
- Winter 1 - November to December
- Winter 2 - January to February
- Winter 3 - February to April
- Spring - May to June
Player Age Group: U7 – U8 (player born 2018-2019)
Cost:
$175 early bird pricing ($205 after October 31)
Registration fully closes November 4, or when capacity is reached.
Contact Info: czubal@minnesotarush.com
WINTER DA SCHEDULE
November 6 to December 18
Training: Tuesday 5:00-6:00pm
In-House Games: Thursdays 5:00-6:00pm
*11/11 & 11/18 will be 6:00-7:00pm*
*No session 11/27 due to Thanksgiving*
All events will be on indoor turf inside the National Sports Center dome.
Games are played in-house amongst Minnesota Rush DA players.
The DA is not open to players outside the specified age group (2018 and 2019 birth years).
There are no buddy requests, nor coach requests, and groups are formed by chronological age.
PLAYMETRICS
Once registration closes, enrolled families will be added to the program's PlayMetrics page to see the full schedule and begin receiving communications.
PLAYER JERSEY & EQUIPMENT
New DA will receive one Capelli Developmental youth top during their first season. To purchase an additional jersey for $20, contact czubal@minnesotarush.com.
It is preferred that players wear black shorts and socks to all events. Cleats or flat athletic shoes may be worn on the turf.
Shin guards are required to participate. Players are responsible for a bringing a size-4 soccer ball and water to all events.
COACHES
The Development Academy is led by professional, paid, and Competitive team coaches. If you are interested in joining the coaching staff, please contact Charlie:
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