5U-8U Rush Soccer
Why you and your player will love Rush Soccer.
Fun & Challenging
We believe young players build competency
on the ball by spending time in a variety of
ways with the ball. This competency builds confidence and enjoyment when in the
training environment.
Less Travel
We train and play games at Prairie Ridge
Soccer Complex in Ankeny. Your only travel
will be to the home fields that your child
will know and love.
Parents are Partners
Parents are a large part of the child’s development on the field. Learning what we
are teaching and why, then supporting us through positive reinforcement and letting
your child know that you love watch them
play is very important. We want to help you
help your player.
All Players are Valued
Every player regardless of age, gender, or ability level has the same access to training sessions, matches, and coaching.
Program Director
Ben Dighton
Director of Recreation
recdoc@iowarush.com
Program Description
5U-6U Rush Soccer
Theme: Fall In Love With The Ball
Overview: 3v3 games of soccer are used as a foundation to further develop each child’s relationship with the ball.
Teams have one practice opportunity per week and one 3v3 game on weekends; the Iowa Rush Rec Director forms teams prior to the season.
Parent volunteers conduct practices under the guidance of Iowa Rush coaching staff.
Fosters a safe and inclusive environment that emphasizes each player's overall experience.
7U-8U Rush Soccer
Theme: How We Move The Ball
Overview: Small-sided games and activities are utilized to develop each child’s understanding of how to move and manipulate the ball.
Teams have two practice opportunities per week and one 4v4 game on weekends; the Iowa Rush Rec Director forms teams prior to the season.
Iowa Rush coaching staff guides parent volunteers through a range of activities at each practice.
Activities are designed to be age-appropriate and provide a desirable level of challenge for players.
5U-8U Rush Soccer Links
2025 Spring Information
Who: 2017-2020 Boys & Girls
Costs: 2017 & 2018 - $150/Player | 2019 & 2020 - $125/Player
Where: Prairie Ridge Sports Complex
When: Training & Games begin April 2025
For any questions, please reach out to the Director of Recreation, Ben Dighton, at recdoc@iowarush.com.
2024-25 Winter Information
7U-8U Rush Soccer
Who: 2017-2018 Boys & Girls
Costs: $50
Where: Prairie Trail Sports Complex (West Gym)
Time: 5:30-6:30 PM
Dates: TUESDAY NIGHTS
Session 1: December 3, 10, 17
Session 2: January 14, 21, 28
Session 3: February 11, 18, 25
For any questions, please reach out to the Director of Recreation, Ben Dighton, at recdoc@iowarush.com.
2024 Fall Information
Who: 2017-2020 Boys & Girls
Costs: 2017 & 2018 - $150/Player | 2019 & 2020 - $125/Player
Where: Prairie Ridge Sports Complex
When: Training & Games begin August 19, 2024
For any questions, please reach out to the Director of Recreation, Ben Dighton, at recdoc@iowarush.com.
Training Information
Weekly trainings will be planned by the Iowa Rush Technical Director.
5U-8U Rush Coaches and Volunteer Parent Coaches will assist with training sessions.
All trainings takes place at Prairie Ridge Sports Complex.
7U-8U
2 training sessions a week. Please note, there is a lot of flexibility if players are not able to attend both trainings in a week. We recognize there are many activities players are involved in and do not want the 2 days a week training to deter anyone from signing up if they would like to play Rush Soccer.
5U-6U
Players will have 1 training session per week either on Tuesday or Thursday. Parents will choose which night works best during the registration.
Game Information
Games will be played at Prairie Ridge Sports Complex each Saturday between 9:00am - 2:00pm.
7U-8U
Games will be played 4v4 with no goalies. Each game will have 4 quarters of 12 minutes. Occasionally we will have referees at the games but coaches may need to act as both coaches and referees for games.
5U-6U
Games will be played 3v3 with no goalies. Each game will have 4 quarters of 8 minutes. Coaches will act as coaches and referees for the games.