WINTER PROGRAMMING • NOVEMBER 9–15
DATES RELEASED THIS WEEK.
Explore the planned lineup now. Schedule and registration details follow with the release.
YOUR GAME. YOUR GOALS. YOUR RUSH.
FIND YOUR PLACE IN THE GAME.
New to soccer? Ready for more? Start with the option that sounds like your player. Our staff can help with age groups, availability and the right fit.
01 / START PLAYING
Recreational Soccer
A welcoming way to learn the game, make friends and play in your community.
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02 / BUILD THE FOUNDATION
Youth Development Academy
Purposeful play that builds ball skills, confidence, decisions and teamwork.
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03 / FIND YOUR CHALLENGE
Competitive Soccer
Explore a training environment and level of competition that fit your development.
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04 / KEEP DEVELOPING
Winter & the Development Center
Discover planned winter opportunities, performance spaces and our club community in Riner.
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05 / FOLLOW THE PATHWAY
UPSL & Academy
See how youth development connects with ambitious older players and senior soccer.
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06 / EXPLORE WHAT’S NEXT
Camps & Seasonal Programs
Find another opportunity to enjoy soccer and ask about the next available local program.
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THIS IS OUR RUSH
REAL PLAYERS. SHARED AMBITION.
From youth soccer to senior competition, our club community grows through the game.
ACADEMY SPOTLIGHT
CONFIDENCE STARTS HERE.
The Youth Development Academy gives young players room to explore, make mistakes and discover what they can do.
BALL SKILLS
Comfort with every touch
Playful challenges help players dribble, receive, pass and finish with growing confidence.
GAME DECISIONS
Learn by playing
Small-sided games give players frequent opportunities to see space, solve problems and connect with teammates.
MORE THAN SOCCER
Belong. Be brave. Grow.
Respect, effort and enjoyment create a foundation for learning on and off the field.
Next opportunities: Academy returns in March. Indoor winter opportunities are planned at the Rush Development Center in Riner. Dates will be released this week, November 9–15, 2026; age groups, pricing and registration details will follow.
MEET THE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY → EXPLORE WINTER OPTIONS →A CONNECTED PLAYER JOURNEY
START WHERE YOU ARE. SEE WHAT’S POSSIBLE.
Development has many starting points. Every player’s journey is different; our role is to help families find a positive environment and a meaningful next challenge.
DISCOVER
First touches & community soccer
Build enjoyment, movement and the confidence to join in.
DEVELOP
Youth Development Academy
Grow technique, game understanding and learning habits.
CHALLENGE
Competitive opportunities
Apply skills under pressure and develop with a team.
ASPIRE
UPSL Academy & senior soccer
Explore later-stage opportunities as ability, readiness and goals evolve.
RINER • RUSH DEVELOPMENT CENTER
TRAIN. LEARN. CREATE. BELONG.
Discover a home for soccer and more: winter programming, the gym, Game Film Room, Podcasting Room, Futures Room and First XI Coffee Shop.
EXPLORE THE CENTER → VIEW THE WINTER LINEUP →LOCAL ROOTS. A WIDER RUSH FAMILY.
SOCCER THAT CONNECTS US.
Rush United FC brings players and families together across Southwest Virginia. Our connection with Rush Soccer adds a wider community of development resources and opportunities to a journey that begins close to home.
NOT SURE WHERE TO START?
Tell us your player’s age or birth year, experience and community. We’ll help you understand the available options.
ASK OUR COACHING TEAM →
FIFA Women's World Cup Rio Experience
Summer 2027
Attend the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup with your team! Travel to Brazil to train, compete against local teams, explore Rio, and attend a World Cup match at Maracanã. Give your players the chance to experience the game in a completely different environment and create memories that will last a lifetime.
#WhyRush
Global Programs
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