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2010 / 2011 TRAVEL TRYOUTS ANNOUNCED
U10, U11, U12, U13, and U14 Central Boys Tryouts moved to Ukrop Park, May 19th, 2010
The Richmond Kickers are pleased to announce the 2010/2011 tryout dates, times and locations as listed below by level. The elite tryouts are held before the classic level tryouts. Click on "learn more" to see the full listing.
All players must register for the tryout through the "Tryout Registration Link". There is no fee to register or to tryout. Should you require any assistance in the registration process or have general questions please email Emily Carnahan at emily@richmondkickers.com or Tish Schrock at tschrock@richmondkickers.com You can also call our office at 804.644.5425 ext 310 or 304. If you have any technical or coaching related questions please email our Technical Director, Ihor Dotsenko at idotsenko@richmondkickers.com.
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The Richmond Kickers are nationally recognized for developing the best youth soccer players in the game, but did you also know that we are just as focused on developing our players off the field? The Kickers stress the values of teamwork, fairness, and commitment with the understanding that soccer provides countless character building moments for our players to grow. If you’re ready to join the club making a difference in your community one player at a time, come experience the Richmond Kickers!
ADVANCED SKILLS CLINICS COMING SOON!
- Poor Farm Park, Mondays, 5.30-6.30pm (U9-U12), March 15, 22, 29, April 12, 19, rain date April 26
- Bryan Park, 5.30-6.30pm (U9-U12), March 16, 23, 30, April 13, 20, rain date April 27
- Woodlake, 5-6 (U9-10) and 6-7pm (U11-12), March 17, 24, 31, April 14, 21, rain date April 28
little KICKS IS FOUNDATION OF CLUB MODEL
Richmond Kickers little KICKS To Provide In-School Soccer Programs
The Richmond Kickers are pleased to announce that little KICKS will serve as the foundation of the Kickers’ nationally renowned Club Model. Slated to serve over 2,000 youth ages 2 through 6 years old, Richmond Kickers little KICKS is an in-school soccer enrichment program held at preschools throughout the Richmond area. Register now!
KICKERS ELITE REPEAT AS CHAMPIONS
Teams Claim VCCL Club and Girls Championships, Six Individual Titles
The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club U-11 through U-18 Elite Teams were awarded the VCCL Club Champions title for the fall 2009 season. The Club fought off a strong challenge from SOCA to repeat as VCCL champions. The Kickers claimed the Girls and Club titles while winning six out of sixteen divisional championships. The U-11 Boys, U13 Boys, U-11 Girls, U-12 Girls, U-15 Girls and U-16 Girls all finished first place in their respective divisions.
SPRING 2010 RECREATION SIGN UPS!
Spring ’10 recreation registration is live. Click here to register online for our Chesterfield County, or Richmond City Program. All recreation players in the spring will receive a 2010 Richmond Kickers Pro Pass which allows free entry to all home Richmond Kickers Pro games, plus more! Don’t miss out.. register now to receive the $25.00 discount from $110.00 The fee is raised to $110.00 for all registrations received after February 1st, 2010. Accepting players under the age of 4 up to under the age of 19! Join the fastest growing club in the area!
KICKERS ANNOUNCE NEW OWNERSHIP GROUP
RKYSC Acquires Pro Team Assets
The Richmond Kickers are pleased to introduce a new ownership group, Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club (RKYSC). With more than 6,000 players under its umbrella and programs for youth ages 3-19, RKYSC recently acquired the assets of the professional team after claiming their fourth national Championship. Adding the pro program fulfills the club’s mission to grow the beautiful game of soccer and serve the community through a successful soccer club that entertains, invites community participation, and inspires all.
MARCH MADNESS FOR KICKERS' TEAMS
Richmond, VA – (Monday, March 23rd, 2009) – Eight Richmond Kickers teams have success over the weekend. Between the teams in the Jefferson Cup (girl’s weekend), and the SASA St. Patrick’s Day Tournament, the Kickers sent a total of eight (8) teams to the championship matches! KUDO’s to the U13 Girls Elite for their stellar win in the Jefferson Cup (pictured below), along with The U12 Boys North team and the U18 Boys North team (pictured below) for their wins at the St .Patrick’s Day tournament. Honorable mention for a stong 2nd place goes to the U11 Girls Elite, and U12 Girls Elite in their championship matches in the Jefferson Cup,and the U13 Boys North Bayern, U16 Boys South, and the U16 Girls Central Red for their 2nd place finishes at the St. Patrick’s Day Tournament.
WHAT NOT TO SAY ON THE PITCH
English FA coins it well!
We as a club expect proper sideline behavior from our families, coaches, and guests. Take a minute and check out this video put together by the English Football Association. Don't let this be you!
WELCOME TO UKROP PARK, HOME OF RKYSC
New State-Of-The-Art Sports Complex Set To Open This June
The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club officially unveiled the name of its new home, tagging the 34.5-acre sports complex Ukrop Park. The environmentally friendly, state-of-the-art park features six lighted athletic fields and a full-scale aquatics center. Ukrop Park is conveniently located in Chesterfield County at the intersection of Chippenham Parkway and Route 10 and utilizes the latest technology in Musco lighting and Sportexe synthetic turf.
KICKERS U-14 GIRLS FALL SHORT
Narrowly Miss Super Y-League National Championship Title
The Richmond Kickers U-14 Super Y-League team made a Cinderella run to the USL Super Y-League National Championship game, falling to South Atlantic rivals Atlanta Silverbacks Jrs. by a 2-0 scoreline Tuesday morning. The first-ever Kickers team to compete in a National Championship, the U-14 Girls concluded a historic season as Super Y-League Finalists.
CONGRATS VSLi CHAMPIONS!
 Congratulations to the following Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club Virginia Soccer League, Inc. Fall 2008 season champions! Girls U13 Central coached by Paul Mack; Boys U14 South coached by Luke Vercollone; Boys U15 North coached by Blake McIver; Boys U17 Central coached by Jonathan Ogburn
RICHMOND KICKERS YOUTH SOCCER CLUB, POSEIDON SWIMMING FOUNDATION ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP FOR REGIONAL SPORTS COMPLEX
Richmond, VA – (Tuesday, January 22, 2008) – The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club and the Poseidon Swimming Foundation today announced plans to build a state-of-the-art sports complex in Chesterfield County featuring six new athletic fields and a full-scale aquatics center. The new complex will allow both organizations to continue using athletics to teach life skills, teamwork, and character development. The complex will be located at the intersection of Chippenham Parkway and Route 10. Construction is expected to begin in June 2008.
KICKERS RANKED AMONG TOP CLUBS IN SUPER Y-LEAGUE
Richmond, VA – (Friday, November 9, 2007) – United Soccer Leagues announced recently the preliminary Super Y-League First and Second 11 Club rankings for the 2007 season, recognizing the Richmond Kickers as one of the top competitive and administrative clubs.  The Richmond Kickers Super Y-League program ranks ninth on the Second 11 list on both the overall Clubs and Girls categories.
The Super Y-League launched a new club ranking system in 2005 with the top clubs ranked from one through 22 and separated into the First and Second 11. With the extensive growth of the second-year USL Super-20 League, the 2007 rankings also include a club’s performance in the new league. This system publicizes the top 22 clubs in both the boys and girls categories as well as overall. The rankings are based primarily upon the on-field results – winning percentage accounting for 70 percent of the score. Minimum standards and operations complete the other 30 percent.
KICKERS HOST OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALISTS
U.S. Women's National Team vs South Korea at UR Stadium, Nov 1st
The Richmond Kickers are pleased to host the gold medal-winning U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team as they continue the Achieve Your Gold Tour at UR Stadium vs. South Korea on November 1, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. ET. The game will be a homecoming for Virginia native and University of Virginia alumna Angela Hucles, who led the team in scoring during the Olympics with four goals. Tickets go on sale to the public Friday, Oct. 10, at 10 a.m. ET at ussoccer.com, by phone at 804-262-8100 (Richmond), and at all Ticketmaster ticket centers the Richmond area. Groups of 20 or more can obtain an order form at ussoccer.com or call 312-528-1290.
SPRING 2008 ONLINE RECREATION REGISTRATION IS LIVE
The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club is offering recreation soccer in three areas this coming Spring 2008. Online registration is available for all three now! Register now to benefit from the early registration discount. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER More information on the three programs click here!
FORMER KICKERS YOUTH PLAYER SHINES AT VMI
Olivia Moore Ranked 13th In Country In Scoring As Freshman
Former Richmond Kickers Elite forward Olivia Moore was recently named the Big South Women’s Soccer Player of the Week as a freshman at Virginia Military Institute (VMI). The honor follows Moore’s remarkable showing last week, netting four goals, of which three came in VMI’s 5-0 win over Delaware State on Sunday. Now ranked 13th in the country in scoring, the Powhatan, Virginia native has accrued nine goals and two assists in nine appearances.
KICKERS KICK-OFF PRESEASON NICELY!
Congratulations to the following teams for their preseason success: Fredericksburg Cup - U13 Girls South coached by Ruben Joseph: CHAMPIONS and U16 Girls Central Red coached by Mike Cooper: FINALISTS. Dulles National Soccer Tournament - U10 Girls South Beat coached by Lenny Carlson/Lizzie Jones: CHAMPIONS and U10 Girls South Freedom coached by Lenny Carlson/Lizzie Jones: FINALISTS. Beach FC Sun Cup - U16 Boys Central coached Blake McIver: SECOND PLACE
SUPER Y TRYOUTS RESCHEDULED
U9 - U12 Boys and Girls Rescheduled to Friday, April 16th, 2010 at Ukrop Park! See details below!
2010 Super Y League Tryouts Reschedules Announced! Join one of the 1st 11 teams in the United States!
Please check the chart below for exact dates and times. Age groups for Super Y 2010 are same as the current 09/10 age groups.
All tryouts are free! They will be held at the Ukrop Park, 5241 Ridgedale Parkway, Richmond, VA 23234
Register for tryouts here!
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5:30 pm to 7:00 |
Michael Burke, USSF "B" |
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16-Apr, Fri. |
7:00 pm to 8:30 |
Michael Burke, USSF "B" |
| Under 13 Girls |
08.01.96 or younger |
20-Feb, Sat.. |
6:00 pm to 7:30 |
Andy McIntosh, USSF "A" |
| Under 14 Girls |
08.01.95 or younger |
20-Feb, Sat. |
6:00 pm to 7:30 |
Rob Ukrop, USSF "A" |
| Under 15 Girls |
08.01.94 or younger |
20-Feb, Sat. |
6:00 pm to 7:30 |
Ihor Dotsenko, USSF "A" |
| Under 13 Boys |
08.01.96 or younger |
20-Feb, Sat. |
6:00 pm to 7:30 |
Ihor Dotsenko, USSF "A" |
| Under 14 Boys |
08.01.95 or younger |
17-Feb, Wed |
6:30 pm to 8:00 |
Leigh Cowlishaw, USSF "A" |
| Under 15 Boys |
08.01.94 or younger |
17-Feb, Wed. |
6:30 pm to 8:00 |
Mark Fowler, Intermediate Welsh License
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- Attire:: Shinguards are mandatory. It is recommended all players bring a ball and a water bottle to the tryout and arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the start time. Players must check in on site at the registration table with required items.
- Paperwork for New and Returning Players to Super Y (Paperwork must be turned at the time of the tryout!)
- A completed Richmond Kickers Super Y League Medical Release Form Click on the form for the pdf file.
- New players to the club are required to bring a photo copy of players’ birth certificate.
Contact Information:
Please contact Tish Schrock for all administrative questions at tschrock@richmondkickers.com. Soccer specific / coaching questions should be directed to Ihor Dotsenko, our Technical Director at idotsenko@richmondkickers.com .
For help with finding Ukrop Park located at 5241 Ridgedale Parkway, Richmond, VA 23234 use the map below.
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U15 KICKERS ELITE BOYS LOSE HEARTBREAKER IN PK SHOOTOUT
Scoreless Draw Led To Overtime And Five Rounds Of Penalties
 Richmond, VA - (Monday, October 29, 2007) - The Richmond Kickers Elite U15 Boys suffered a heartbreaking loss during last weekend’s State Cup Semifinal against the McLean MPS Hurricanes from Northern Virginia. A scoreless draw in regulation led to two 15-minute overtime periods, resulting in five rounds of penalties with the Kickers eventually dropping a 5-4 shootout decision.
"Although the team is disappointed, I am extremely proud of our effort against McLean in the semi final match," comments Richmond Head Coach Jesse Myers. "This is the second time in six months that it took the defending state champions two overtimes and penalties to beat us. Every training session or game, this group of players comes prepared to accept any challenge that is presented to them. That is all any coach can ask of his players."
ACADEMY UPDATE: DAY TWO IN LANCASTER
More than 75 games are in the books at the U.S. Soccer Development Academy Winter Showcase as the biggest day of action on the field came to a close in Lancaster, Calif. The Richmond Kickers Academy teams participated in SPARQ testing today. SPARQ, which stands for speed, power, agility, reaction and quickness, provides physical testing and training programs. Click HERE for all the up-to-date action from California!
FRIDAY NIGHT UNDER THE LIGHTS!
Free training for recreation players offered on Friday nights!
The last two Friday nights, the Richmond Kickers have offered free recreational training sessions to all Kickers recreation players at Dorey Park in Henrico county. Led by former Richmond Kickers professional player, Rob Ukrop, and assisted by his U14 Girls Elite travel team, over 90 kids have participated learning basic soccer skills, balance, and footwork through a combination of soccer drills and games. One young player was heard telling the coaches "this was the best practice of my life" while a grandparent emailed the youth club office to say "I took my grandson to this and it was GREAT!" While this is a wonderful opportunity for young recreational players to get in some extra training, there are only three Friday night sessions left: March 28, April 18, and April 25 from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Rob and his team hope to see your child out there this Friday night, please remind them to wear their Kickers uniform, shinguards, and to bring a soccer ball. Again, there is no charge for these training sessions. (Photo provided by Willie Riefner)
KICKERS AND FASA JOIN FORCES!
Enhancing Player Development Opportunities in Central Virginia
The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club and Fredericksburg Area Soccer Association (FASA) are pleased to announce a comprehensive club/player development alliance that will focus on increasing and enhancing player development opportunities for the Central Virginia Region. The alliance will cover several areas of club and player development including the sharing of resources for player development, tournaments, fields, technical staff and coaching education.
MRSA UPDATE
Please read the articles from the Center of Disease Control and from Chesterfield County on MRSA, a recent "hot topic" in the news.
CLICK HERE FOR CDC ARTICLE
CLICK HERE FOR CHESTERFIELD COUNTY ARTICLE
U.S. SOCCER’S DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY LINE-UP SET AS 64 CLUBS SELECTED FOR PROGRAM’S LAUNCH
24 States and the District of Columbia Represented in Program’s Inaugural Year with Clubs Focused on Improving Development Environment
CHICAGO (August 7, 2007) – Thirteen final clubs have been selected to join U.S. Soccer’s Development Academy, bringing the total number of clubs taking part in the first year of the revolutionary new program to 64. The Development Academy concept is a comprehensive program providing more than just improved competition in the development of players. It involves the training of players, coaches and referees, scouting by U.S. National Team and college coaches, and the sharing of the latest information and concepts on performance training and expertise development.
RICHMOND KICKERS ACCEPTED INTO U.S. SOCCER DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
U.S. Soccer’s Development Academy Now at 31 Clubs with More to Come; New Development Academy Will Provide Improved Soccer Environment
 RICHMOND, VA - (Wednesday, July 4, 2007) – U.S. Soccer has accepted the Richmond Kickers into the U.S. Soccer Development Academy, bringing the total number of admissions to 31 youth clubs from across the country. With the launch of the new Development Academy, the U.S. Soccer Federation has taken the initiative in extending its National Team program and putting an emphasis on the development of the player by improving their daily environment.
The Development Academy concept is designed to shift the focus of the young elite player from an ‘overburdened, game emphasis’ model to a ‘meaningful training and competition’ model. The concept was unveiled by U.S. Soccer on June 4 and the response has been unprecedented.
KICKERS PARTNER WITH GOOCHLAND UNITED
Alliance Focused on Enhancing Player Development Opportunities
The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club and Goochland United Soccer Association (GUSA) are pleased to announce a comprehensive club/player development alliance that will focus on increasing and enhancing player development opportunities for the Goochland and Western Henrico region. The partnership will cover several areas of club and player development including the sharing of resources for player development, marketing, tournaments, fields, technical staff and coaching education.
VCCL CHAMPIONS!
Kickers Youth Claim VCCL Boys, Girls and Club Titles
The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club U-11 through U-14 Elite Teams were recently awarded the VCCL Club Champions title for the Spring 2008 season. The Championship came down to the wire as the Kickers fought off a strong challenge from SOCA with a resounding victory over Roanoke on the last weekend of play. For the first time in history, the Kickers ended up claiming the Boys, Girls and Club Titles. The U-13 Boys, U-12 Girls, U-13 Girls and U-14 Girls all finished as Division Champions. For more information, check out the final standings. Congratulations Teams!
COACHING STAFF AND TRYOUT DATES ANNOUNCED
ALL TRYOUT DATES AND COACHING STAFF ASSIGNMENTS RELEASED! REGISTER NOW!
Richmond Kickers are pleased to announce the coaching staff and tryout dates for the 2008 / 2009 travel soccer season. ADSL and Classic tryout dates have been released. Those tryouts will be held after the Elite tryouts are completed. ADSL and Classic coaching assignments can be viewed under "Tryout Dates, Times and Locations for all programs" below.
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KICKERS YOUTH SOCCER CLUB ANNOUNCES NEW POSITION
RICHMOND, VA - (Wednesday, January 16, 2008) The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club is currently seeking a Soccer in the Community Director. All interested candidates should click here for a detailed job description and application instructions.
KICKERS SYL HONORED BY LEAGUE
 Tuesday, June 12
TAMPA – The South Atlantic Division of United Soccer Leagues Super Y-League took center stage this past weekend by opening regular season play with a cluster of games between Triangle FC and the Richmond Kickers. The Kickers ultimately won the seven game war but not without losing a battle. The Richmond Kickers Technical Director and USL Second Division midfielder Ihor Dotsenko, who is preparing to play in tonight’s U.S Open Cup Match with the 2006 PDL Champion Michigan Bucks, serves the Kickers organization on several levels. “The professional team is a good opportunity for the kids in our youth system to have something to strive towards,” said Dotsenko Tuesday morning. “Having the professional players as coaches allows the guys to see they have quality leadership. It is very tangible for them to watch us play and then interact with us as their coach the next day. It is important for us to be good role models for them.”
RICHMOND KICKERS ANNOUNCE U.S. SOCCER ACADEMY TRYOUTS
Tryout dates for all other travel teams will be released mid April!
The Richmond Kickers will hold Academy tryouts for the Fall 08/Summer 09 season on: Saturday, March 29th, 10:00am at Bryan Park and Saturday April 5th, 1:30pm at Bryan Park. Talented players in the rising U15/U16 age group (Born on or after January 1, 1992) and rising U17/U18 age group (Born on or after January 1, 1990) are encouraged to participate. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. For more information please contact Ihor Dotsenko at idotsenko@richmondkickers.com.
Due to the forecasted weather conditions the Richmond Kickers have moved the Academy tryouts for U16 to U18 boys scheduled at Bryan Park on Sunday, April 6th, to the 1st Market Stadium on the University of Richmond Campus still on Sunday, April 6th. The 1st Market Stadium is a turf field which should not be affected by rain! The time of the tryouts will be from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Click here for directions to the turf field on campus
U18 NORTH BOYS CHAMPIONS OLD DOMINION CUP
U12 GIRLS ELITE STATE CUP CHAMPIONS 2007
RICHMOND, VA – (Thursday, June 7th, 2007) Congratulations to the Richmond Kickers U12 Girls Elite team who were victorious in last nights thrilling State Cup Final match held here in Richmond against Virginia Rush Academy White.
2007 WINTER INDOOR SKILLS TRAINING-RISE
Limited to currently registered Kickers' travel players only.
Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club is offering winter indoor skills training to all currently RKYSC registered travel players ages U9 to U11 (boys and girls). Limited spots available so register now! Click here to print registration form! The cost of the program is $100.00 per player which includes 8 one hour sessions with a highly qualified travel coach (Ihor Dotsenko, Mike Burke, Summers Hambrick, Lenny Carlson, Andy McIntosh, Eric Dutt & many more!). All sessions will take place at RISE.
KICKERS ANNOUNCE TECHNICAL STAFF AND RESTRUCTURED TRAVEL PROGRAMS
RICHMOND, VA – (Thursday, April, 6th, 2006) – The Richmond Kickers are pleased to announce the reorganization of the Travel Programs and Technical Staff. Over the last five years, the club has experienced significant growth in numbers and quality and we believe it is the perfect time to strengthen and reorganize our staff and travel programs to reflect that situation.
SYL ALL-TOURNAMENT TEAM ANNOUNCED
Kickers Place Three From U-14 Girls Finalists Squad
TAMPA, FL – (Monday, December 8, 2008) – United Soccer Leagues recently announced the All-Tournament Team for the U-14 Girls, who took part in the 10th annual Super Y-League North American Finals held November 21-25 in Tampa, FL. Super Y-League Finalists Richmond Kickers placed three players on the All-Tournament Team, midfielder Ashley Williams, goalkeeper Kirsten Hancock and defender Marie Johnston. Selections were based off the nominations of opposing coaches made throughout tournament play.
PLAYERS NEEDED!
The following Richmond Kickers teams are looking for players for the Spring 2008 season. If interested in trying out for one of these teams, please email our Technical Director, Ihor Dotsenko, at idotsenko@richmondkickers.com
U13 Boys South - Goalkeeper
U13 Girls South - Goalkeeper
U12 Boys North - Goalkeeper
U17 Girls South - field players
U9 Boys South - field players
RICHMOND KICKERS U12 ELITE GIRLS FACE VIRGINIA RUSH IN STATE CUP FINAL
Come Cheer On Our U12 Elite Team Tonight!
The Virginia Youth Soccer Associations U12 Girls State Cup Final is slated for Wednesday June 6th with the Richmond Kickers U12 Elite Girls hosting the Virginia Rush U12 Girls White Academy Team at 7:00 p.m. at CASL Park, here in Richmond. We encourage all Kickers players and parents to come out and cheer on our team! For directions to CASL Park click here
22 RICHMOND KICKERS YOUTH PLAYERS SELECTED TO SYL ODP
Richmond, VA – (Friday, October 19, 2007) - Super Y League has announced their Olympic Development Program candidates for the National camp in 2008. The Richmond Kickers have twenty-two players  selected to the camp. U.S. National Team Staff will be in attendance at the camps beginning in January and February of 2008 in Cocoa, Florida, for further identification of players.
Congratulations to the successful candidates. For the complete article and to see all of the selections click here!
RKYSC INVADES THE BEACH
Five Teams Advance to State Cup Final Four
RICHMOND, VA - (Monday, May 21, 2007) - The Richmond Kickers are pleased to announce that five teams from the Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club have advanced to the VYSA State Cup Championships which will be held June 2-3 at the Hampton Roads Soccer Complex. The five teams will look to replicate the achievement of the Richmond Kickers U17 Boys Elite team who are the current State Cup Champions.
Richmond Kickers U12 Boys Elite
Richmond Kickers U12 Boys Benfica
Richmond Kickers U12 Girls Elite
Richmond Kickers U13 Girls Elite
Richmond Kickers U14 Girls Elite
Congratulations to all our teams, players, parents and coaches. Good Luck in the finals!
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IN MEMORIAM: ANDREW SCOTT CLARKE
 RICHMOND, VA - CLARKE, Andrew Scott, age 17, of Chester, Va., died on Monday, January 7, 2008. He was the son of Bobby and Vickie Clarke of Chester, Va. Andrew was a member of Highland United Methodist Church and a senior at Thomas Dale High School. He was a member of the varsity soccer team, and played on the 2005 and 2006 state championship teams. For five years, he was a member of the Richmond Kickers travel soccer team, and was on the 2006 state championship team. Andrew enjoyed helping people, and did a great deal of lawn work for the elderly in his community and Colonial Heights. Andrew had a great love for all animals.
He is also survived by a brother, Eric Clarke; and a sister, Lauren Clarke, both of Chester; grandparents, Betty and Buck Leighton of Colonial Heights, and Bobby Sr. and Shirley Clarke of Sandston, Va.; aunts, Virginia D’Adamo and husband, Steve, of Mechanicsville, Va., and Linda Coleman and husband, Mike, of Colonial Heights; an uncle, Ronnie Leighton of Chester; and cousins, Nikki, Steve, Jessica, Paige, Austin and Garrett. He is also survived by Black Dog and four cats.
The family will receive friends at the J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Chesterfield on Wednesday, January 9, 2007 from 5 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 10, at 2:30 p.m. in Highland United Methodist Church, Colonial Heights. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, Chester. In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorial contributions be made to the S.P.C.A. of Petersburg and Colonial Heights, 201 Temple Ave., Suite E., Colonial Heights, Va. 23834. Condolences to the family may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.
RICHMOND KICKERS ANNOUNCE 2007 COLLEGE COMMITMENTS
The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club is proud to announce the successful signing of several members to college! Congratulations to the following members of our club that have selected their college! We wish them all the best in their future endeavours and collegiate careers in academics and athletics
TRAVEL TRYOUT INFORMATION FALL 07/SPRING 08
U9 Boys & U9 Girls must attend BOTH Tryout Dates for the SOUTH!
The Richmond Kickers have programs for:
- Elite Players (U11-U18 travel)
- Classic Players (U13-U18 travel)
- Academy Players (U8-U12 travel)
Classic and Academy tryouts are held regionally:
- Central; City of Richmond and surrounding areas
- North; Ashland and surrounding areas
- South; Chesterfield County area
2007 SUPER Y TRYOUT RESULTS
Results posted December 12th, 2006 at 4:00 P.M.
This weekend was a great weekend for boys and girls Super Y tryouts for the Richmond Kickers. Tryout results will be posted here by Tuesday, December 12th, 2006 after 4 p.m. Selected players will be posted by the 1st initial of their first name and the first initial of the last name followed by their date of birth. Example: Mary Smith; 10.21.91; (MS 10.21.91.)
Congratulations to all selected candidates. You must accept your position online and pay the non refundable deposit and uniform fee (if needed) as soon as possible in order to secure the position on the team. Click on the age group to see the complete list of accepted players. Click learn more to see the table and age groups.
TRYOUT RESULTS POSTED FOR U9 BOYS SOUTH POOL & U10 BOYS CENTRAL
November 16th, 2006
OCTOBER TOURNAMENTS YIELD POSITIVE RESULTS!
The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club teams competed over the Columbus Day Weekend both at Virginia Beach and in our home town, Richmond. The weekend proved to be quite successful for the Kickers’ teams. The club recognizes all teams for their outstanding weekend of competitive soccer. Click "learn more" to see the complete list of Champions and Finalists.
2007 SUPER Y TRYOUTS ANNOUNCED
Coaches List Released! All interested players must register online!
The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club will host the 2007 Super Y League tryouts December 9th & 10th, 2006 at the First Market Bank Stadium located on the University of Richmond Campus. Coaches for Super Y teams will be announced by November 10th, 2006. All interested players must register for tryouts. Click here to register!
For more information about the Super Y League and tryout dates click "learn more".
THANKSGIVING HOURS
November 26th, 2008;  The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club office will be closed for the holiday from 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday until Monday at 9:00 a.m. We wish all of you a wonderful holiday with your family and friends!
DOTSENKO EARNS UEFA “A” LICENSE
RICHMOND, VA – (Wednesday, March 14, 2007) – Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club Technical Director and Richmond Kickers Future Head Coach Ihor Dotsenko recently obtained his UEFA “A” License, joining a select group of coaches in Virginia to hold this qualification.
KICKERS TAKE INAUGURAL CLUB INVITATIONAL TROPHIES
On March 3-4 our Kickers Boys and Girls youth teams came away with the inaugural Kickers Club Invitational Trophies. All of the 90 plus teams who entered battled for Club points from their respective matches. Each team earned three points for a win, one point for a tie and zero for a loss. At the conclusion of the weekend Kickers placed first in both divisions with SOCA finishing second in the Boys and VA Rush placing second in the Girls. Congratulations Kickers and all participants for an outstanding weekend of great competition and sportsmanship!
KICKERS EXPAND “PRO PASS” PROGRAM
Over 5,000 Pro Pass Members for 2007 Season
RICHMOND, VA – (Friday, March 2, 2007) – The Richmond Kickers are pleased to announce the continued growth of the “Pro Pass” program in 2007 with over 5,000 youth season passes distributed to local youth soccer players.
In 2007, the Kickers maintain their multi-year partnership with the Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club (RKYSC), Midlothian Youth Soccer League, Shady Grove YMCA, Tuckahoe YMCA and William Fox Soccer. New to the Pro Pass program in 2007 is the Upward soccer program.
2010 KICKERS' INVITATIONAL
A few changes have been made for games at Striker Park and Lowes Field at 7:30 p.m.
**Due to melting snow and rain we have lost 16 full sized fields. Even with these unfortunate circumstances we were able to keep all divisions playing except the u9 boys, u10 boys, u11 boys, u9 girls, and u10 girls.
IMPORTANT UPDATE: MYSL Soccer Park at Hensley and Bryan Park have been closed for the weekend. Games scheduled in divisions we were able to accommodate at those sites have been moved to alternate sites. We were also able to move a few u11 boys matches, as well.
The updated schedule is now live. Please review it carefully for changes. We apologize for not being able to offer a quality event to those divisions, but are pleased to be able to continue to host over 120 teams despite the loss of playing fields.**
RICHMOND, VA - (Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010) The Richmond Kickers Youth Soccer Club is pleased to announce the accepted teams for their upcoming Kickers Invitational on the weekend of February 27th & 28th, 2010. The Invitational in its 4th year, received a record number of applicants with many outstanding teams scheduled to participate.
Tish Schrock, Richmond Kickers Tournament Director comments. “The goal of the Kickers Invitational is to offer the best value on the East Coast. We wanted to create a player development weekend that had quality competition, clubs, teams, officiating and fields. Most importantly we also wanted to do this at a very affordable price to the team’s participating. We continue to grow the event and are looking forward to an outstanding weekend of competition.”
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