IOWA RUSH SOCCER CLUB SENIOR BOYS kirk artist Senior Boys Director
Iowa Rush Senior Boys Contacts Iowa Rush Senior Boys Contacts Kirk Artist Iowa Rush Senior Boys Director Former Wartburg College Men s Soccer Coach (2012 & 2013 COY) Coached 3 All-Americans, 9 All-Region, 39 All-Conference players Nate Castillo Iowa Rush Director of Goalkeeping Former University of Iowa Assistant Coach NCAA Premier Diploma Greg Hennelly Iowa Rush Director of Coaching Des Moines Menace Assistant Coach Former Bowling Green Assistant Coach USSF B Liscense and US Youth Liscense Paul Fabry Iowa Rush Executive Director 20 years of experience at all levels USSF A, USYS Youth, USSF Goalkeeping, and NSCAA Goalkeeping Liscenses 2 A RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCC 3
Table of Contents Program Vision and Goals Iowa Rush Senior Boys Contacts- 2-3 My Promise as a Coach - 5 Rush Will Challenge you 6 Program Vision and Goals 7 Individual Goals 8 Program Philosophy - 9 Values of the Program 10-11 On-field Philosophy 12 Summer Layout 13 Fall Layout 14 Winter Layout 15 Spring Layout-16 About Iowa Rush 17 Vision Iowa Rush Senior Boys Soccer will be a group of young men striving toward a common goal. Their support of each other off the field translates to their success on the field. Every day they cross the lines they work to get better. Working toward their individual and team goals then resetting those goals higher after accomplishing them. They train by deliberately practicing concentrating, focusing, and repeating again and again. They will be demanded to work at their full potential. Training habits are an important piece to developing as individuals and as a team. Habits will push them past disapointing losses and toward extraordinary achievements. These habits will be fostered through a passion for the game of soccer. This vision leads the Iowa Rush senior boys soccer program into the future where each individual can move onto the next level and look back with pride at what their team and the program accomplished They then pay it forward to the next person in line at Iowa Rush and within the soccer community. This all starts right now Iowa Rush Senior Boys Soccer Five-Year Goals Become leaders in growing the game of soccer in the state of Iowa Win state titles with senior boys ages Be well respected regionally and nationally Clear and organized direction for players to advance to next level High retention rate within club Attract top players from all over the state to be a part of the program Family atmosphere Create Strong alumni base Develop players everyday on the field through process oriented training Build strong ties with local communities WA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SO 4 5
Iowa Rush Soccer Will Challenge YOU Development Develop as an athlete year around though a high-intensity, systematic approach on the field. Our Promise as Coaches To teach youth soccer players lessons through the game of soccer that help them become successful members of the community in the future Culture Experience an atmosphere where players like you keep each other accountable to work for the best of the team and Iowa Rush. Future One of the fastest growing clubs in the state. The Iowa Rush boys will continue to strengthen and improve for years to come. Transcendence You do not know yet what you can achieve.... Go beyond your expectations. We promise to: - Prepare a nurturing but challenging environment where players can thrive on and off the field. - Be a role model for your player and do everything as coaches that we ask of the players. - Be committed to and represent the club, program, team,and individual players - Continue to learn as coaches - Believe in every player - Imprint discipline while remaining in touch with the team and individuals - Be clear in information and expectations as coaches. Let the players read us and know exactly what we are thinking. - Demand a high level of play, accountability, and expectations for each individual. What lies behind us and what lies before us are little matters compared to what lies within us. 6 A RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCC 7
Individual Goals Each individual in the program will record, turn in, and hang up his individual goals for the year. The list will include athletic, psychological, and team dynamic goals that motivate each individual but are realistic to achieve. Our goals for each individual: Wake up each day determined to get better. Engage with and give back to the community. Demonstrate commitment and dedication to the team. Clear communication with the coaches about issues with practice/games. Program Philosophy The groundwork for the Iowa Rush Senior boys soccer program is laid so that each individual will bring pride and honor to himself, the team, the program, and the club. When considering commitment level, here are the priorities for each individual to evaluate when making decisions. Priorities of the program: 1. Faith/family 2. Academics 3. Soccer 4. Social life Be coachable, willing to learn, and ask questions. Give more to the team than to yourself. Become a role model for youth in the Iowa Rush Soccer Club and to all soccer players. Hard work and good attitude will always be rewarding in this program. A good coach makes his players become better soccer players; a great coach makes his players become better people. WA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SO 8 9
Values of the Program Beyond The Rush Core Values (accoutability, advice, empathy, enjoyment, humility, leadership, passion, respect, safety, tenacity, and unity), the boys will have specific characteristics emphasized to develop culture to reach our goals. Family The program will be a family comprised of every individual on the team. The individuals will support each other on the field and in social environments. Character: Respect, Integrity, and Class Respect, Integrity, and Class The Rush senior men s program develops good people, not just good soccer players. These three character attributes will be demanded at all times. Competition Competition will happen every day within practice as it does within life. We will have winner and losers at the senior boys level and this competition will foster a strive to achieve mentality that will be beneficial in the future beyond soccer. Mental Toughness Mentally tough people thrive in adversity both on and off the field. Mental toughness can be taught and practiced, emphasizing that each individual is in charge of his successes and failures. Values of the Program Leadership Service based leadership that starts with the coach. Program leaders, team leaders, older player, and younger players all have a role on within the program. Leadership training will be provided to create an atmosphere of service and accountability. Work Ethic Work ethic will be demanded from every individual with no exceptions. Players will not be able to take anything for granted and work hard for every inch of success. Passion Players will play for the love of the game in a culture that creates an intrinsic passion to be on the field competing. Extrinsic rewards will hold little value compared to the love of the game. Habits Habits are created by doing the little things right each and every day. These habits will develop you over time as a player to reach the goals of the team and goals of each individual player. 10 A RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCC 11
On-field Philosophy Iowa Rush senior boys will be a possession with a purpose -first and defending-first team. This will be the base to build an effective style to win. Players will build on strengths that will allow them to reach their full potential. Team Principles: - Work ethic and attitude two things that are completely in the control of every individual player will be required each time they step on the field. - Passion for the game is a priority - Accountability of teammates & self - Correct Habits will be proper and reinforced. Defensive Principles: - Defensive pressure starts in the offensive third by the attackers - 1 on 1 pride - Understanding principles and applying them (pressure, cover, balance) - Transition quickly - Vocal leadership needs to come from everybody Offensive Principles: - Creativity in the offensive third - Offense starts with the goalkeeper - Speed of play (decision making) 2017 Summer Layout Tryouts 15U (2003) & 16U (2002) - June 12th & 14th - 5pm-7pm 17U (2001), 18U (2000), 19U (1999) - June 13th & 15th - 5pm-7pm Camps Boy s/men s College & HS Competetive Summer Training Tuesday/Thursday - June 20th - Aug. 3rd Male College and Elite HS physical training with Engineered Per4mance Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. - June 19th - Aug. 4th 2003, 2002, 2001 Boys Only July 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27., Aug. 1, 3 Preseason camp, 1v1 camp, PTP Tournaments (College Prep) - Options July 28-30 College Search Kickoff - Muscatine, IA WA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SO 12 13
2017 Fall Layout Teams will be determined after tryouts/bid day. Tentative 2017-18 Winter Layout 1 Team (College Prep & Exposure) - 100% committment 15 weeks of indoor training at SportsIowa Training Mon - Training with individual teams Tuesday - Training together 16U-19U Wednesday - Training together 16U-19U Thursday - Training together 16U-19U (Competition Day) Nov. 14th - March 8th - Tuesdays & Thursdays 3 College Showcases (individual travel not included) Tournaments in consideration, but not limited to: Rush Showcase (Iowa City, IA) Dec. 16th-17th Shattuck Showcase Jan. 20th-21st FC Dallas Showcase March 2nd-3rd 2-3 College Coach Clinics Schedule College Combine - Feb. 3rd ISL League Games 3 Tournaments - To be determined Options for Everyone Pay per event 2 sets of 5 week indoor training @SportsIowa Jan. 2 - March 8 2-3 College Coach Clinics College Combine - Feb. 3rd Small Sided Indoor Events 14 A RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCC 15
2017-18 Spring Layout Interntional Trip - Spain & France - March 9th-18th College Advisory Seminar Possible Spring Team with Sign-up Iowa Rush Soccer Club is committed to providing an unrivaled soccer experience for players of all abilities and age levels. We accept the responsibility of teaching life lessons to our athletes to further their growth inside the game and out, through core-values, sportsmanship and community outreach. We will afford all players the opportunity to maximize their potential, realize their dreams and cultivate a passion for the game. Through quality coaching, sound leadership, and the connection with the world-wide Rush organization, Iowa Rush Soccer club will work to be the destination club of choice in the state of Iowa. Iowa Rush Soccer, the destination club of choice in the state for all players WA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SO 16 17
Other opportunities This is a holistic approach therefore each of these opportunities are taken into account when playing with rush, but each individual player will need to have a discussion with the coaching staff regarding team priorities Rush College Prep & Players Rush Senior boys program will provide a clear path to play at the next level. C.A.P. Activities CAP Seminar - March ODP ODP has revamped and is encouraged by the Rush staff. There are opportunities to train and play with ODP. If there is a conflict, you would need to speak with the Rush coaching staff. Quarterly newletters College Coach Clinics College Combine Rush Select Rush Select is a prestigiuos opportunity within the rush community. Opportunities for Rush select would need to be discussed with the coaching staff prior to committing. Rush Senior Boys recognize you as a person will have other activities in your lives. The committment to be at training and games is not to be taken lightly, but the Rush staff is flexible with other committments. You are growing into a young man and will be expect to communicate ahead of time and clearly (not your parents) any conflict you may have. This responsibility is on you alone. Recent Past College Committments CJ Culligan, Zach Halder, Chris Harris, Nick Day, Eniz Smazlovic, Trey Thiel, Philip Commins, Jared Dows, Michael Hegelheimer, Brock Mulder, & Tyler Stotts 2016 Will Nurre, Riley Close, Connor Robson, Fred Frimpong, Zach Deaton, Harrison Densmore, & Jarod Anderson 2017 Sid Wilson, Kurt Yaeger, Blake Robinson, Gavin Mason, Nicolas Summer, & Efrain Gonzalez 18 A RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCCER IOWA RUSH SOCC 19
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