April 21, 2023

Mastering The Art Of Tryouts

Tips For Existing Rush Players

Attention Fremont Rush Players! Tryouts season is coming up, and it's important to start thinking about your goals and expectations for the upcoming season. As an existing player, you already have some advantages, such as knowing the coaches, the playing style, and the club culture. But don't take anything for granted, tryouts are a great opportunity to showcase your skills and prove to the coaches that you deserve to be on the team.

The first step in preparing for tryouts is to set clear and realistic goals. Think about what you want to achieve this tryout season and what you need to work on to get there. Are you looking to improve your technical skills, your fitness, your decision-making, or your leadership abilities? Setting specific and measurable goals will help you focus your efforts and track your progress throughout the season.

Next, it's important to manage your expectations. Remember that tryouts are not just about individual skills, but also about how you fit into the team and how you contribute to its success. The coaches will be looking for players who are coachable, committed, and willing to work hard for the team. They will also be looking for players who are good teammates and can communicate effectively on the field.

To prepare for tryouts, make sure you are in good physical condition and are practicing your skills regularly. Attend any optional training sessions or camps that the club offers to improve your skills and get feedback from the coaches. You can also watch videos of professional players and try to emulate their moves and techniques.

On the day of tryouts, arrive early, well-rested, and well-fed. Bring all the necessary equipment, including extra water, shin guards, and a ball. Dress appropriately in our club's Rush x Capelli training uniform and make sure your uniform is clean and in good condition.

During tryouts, give your best effort and focus on playing your game. Be confident, but not arrogant, and show respect to your teammates, coaches, and opponents. Remember to communicate on the field, both verbally and non-verbally, and support your teammates. Stay positive and don't let mistakes or setbacks discourage you.

Finally, after tryouts, be patient and wait for the coaches' decision. Remember that tryouts are just one part of the evaluation process, and the coaches will be looking at your performance over the entire season. Use the experience as an opportunity to learn and grow as a player and as a person. Keep working hard, stay positive, and enjoy the beautiful game of soccer! Go Rush!

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By Zee Kerawala July 22, 2025
Via Tricity Voice:  Summer break is filled with fun for kids whether it be from vacation, water parks or summer sports programs. This year Fremont Rush Soccer Club has ensured that every child has the chance to have fun in the sun by launching a special program: TOPSoccer . TOPSoccer is an inclusive soccer program for kids ages 5 to 18 with intellectual or physical disabilities. This past spring, the program debuted its first session at the Karl Nordvik Park in Fremont. “We’ve been trying to build something for kids who may not have the same access to the soccer fields or sports that other kids may have because of either learning disabilities or physical disabilities,” said Fremont Rush founder and president Fernando Colmenares. Each season consists of six Friday evening hour-long sessions where each participant is paired with a volunteer coach or buddy for one-on-one attention. Each session’s activities are completely dependent on the abilities of the players and what they are most excited to do. For example, some sessions will consist of giant soccer balls being kicked around just for fun, while others may have a little bit more structure like having players try to score goals. “Some kids may get really into it and start to dribble around and shoot goals, some kids may like to be out there just running around. It’s whatever the needs of each player are,” explained Colmenares. Fremont Rush director Jerry Losson has been the driving force behind the launch of the program. “I pitched the idea to Fernando Colmenares and Zee Kerawala, our general manager and they both liked the idea and explained that they had previously attempted to start the program. We were all in at that point and went after it,” said Losson. With Losson’s 34 years of teaching in the Fremont Unified School District, he was able to spread the word. “I was also able to leverage my personal and professional connections within Fremont Unified and surrounding school districts [New Haven and Newark] to connect with a variety of schools, their service learning hour coordinators and their special-needs programs coordinators, to get connected with student volunteers to help the TOPSoccer athletes,” said Losson. Alejandra Nangeyali, a mom of one of the players said, “During the first practice I was surprised to see that there were more volunteers than players, which is hard to accomplish because usually there are never enough volunteers for special needs sports.” As much fun as the TOPSoccer is for the kids, parents have also discovered a benefit of their own. “I like connecting with parents who understand having a special needs child and there’s no judgement,” shared parent Patricia Noanchanh. For those parents who are interested in TOPSoccer, Colmenares said, “They can feel confident that someone else is thinking about their kid, someone else is thinking about how we can make an experience better for them. For one day out there you get to watch your son or daughter be an athlete.” View the original article: https://tricityvoice.com/fremont-soccer-club-launches-inclusive-program/
By Zee Kerawala March 19, 2025
Fremont Rush Soccer proudly hosted our first-ever Starting XI Pizza Party at Bombay Pizza House to celebrate our January 2025 recipients! These 11 standout players, selected by their coaches, demonstrated exceptional dedication, sportsmanship, and one of the Rush Core Values on and off the field. Players and their families gathered at Bombay Pizza House, where they enjoyed a dine-in pizza party featuring: 🍕 One Large Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza 🍕 One Large Specialty Pizza of Their Choice 🥤 Two 2-Liter Sodas 🧄 Three Orders of Garlic Sticks In addition to the delicious food, the event brought teammates together, strengthened the Rush community, and emphasized the importance of recognizing player achievements. As part of this significant milestone, each recipient was awarded the inaugural Starting XI certificate, acknowledging their hard work, commitment, and embodiment of Rush values. This new tradition adds a meaningful aspect to our monthly celebration, providing players with a lasting keepsake to commemorate their achievements. 📸 Check Out the Highlights! 📸 Relive the fun from our first Starting XI celebration by browsing the event photos here: https://www.smugmug.com/gallery/n-jNjhTx We extend our sincere appreciation to Bombay Pizza House for their ongoing support, hospitality, and commitment to our Rush players. Their partnership allows us to create meaningful moments while giving back to our athletes. We can’t wait for next month’s Starting XI celebration! Keep working hard, Rush players - your next pizza party could be just around the corner! Go Rush! ⚽🔥
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