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Don’t miss out get registered today, go to https://www.iowarush.com/pella-youth-soccer

Congrats to one of our Iowa Rush South Seniors -- Johnny Shaw! 🎉 Senior Spotlight 🎉 ▪️Name: Johnny Shaw ▪️High School: Pella ▪️Plans: Working and Trade program Congrats to all our Rush South Seniors! #SeniorSpotlight #RushSouthSeniors

Good luck to our boys competing at the Menace Midwest Invitational this weekend! #MMI #RushSouth

WE ARE 1 WEEK AWAY! 2026-2027 Iowa Rush South tryouts begin next Monday, June 1st -- Get registered now! For more details, visit https://www.iowarush.com/south-tryouts. Find your Age Group - iowarush.com/age-group-change Please note, we are switching to Playmetrics for registration! Set-up an account ®gister HERE - https://tinyurl.com/south-tryouts. #IowaRushSouth #Tryouts

Join us for Fall Soccer in Pella! 𝗣𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗮 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗹𝘂𝗯 𝗜𝗻-𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗴𝘂𝗲 Ages: Pre-K - 6th Grade, Boys & Girls Season begins August 24th 𝟵𝗨-𝟭𝟱𝗨 𝗥𝗲𝗰 Fall season starts in August 2 trainings per week & games in Pella and surrounding areas 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘆 𝟯𝟭𝘀𝘁! Register through our new platform -- Playmetrics -- https://tinyurl.com/dskvs2uf #FallSoccer #SoccerinPella

Join us for an exciting summer of soccer, fun and development! ⚽🔥 ⚽️ 𝗡𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘀 Session 1: June 29-July 3, 2026 Session 2: July 13-17, 2026 Half-Day & Full-Day Sessions Ages 6-14 (Boys & Girls) 𝘾𝙤𝙖𝙘𝙝𝙚𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙄𝙤𝙬𝙖 𝙍𝙪𝙨𝙝 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙛𝙛! ⚽️ 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘀 June 26 -28, 2026 - GIRLS July 17-19, 2026 - BOYS Ages 9-14 𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙮 𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙖𝙩 𝙒𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙗𝙪𝙧𝙜 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙜𝙚! ⚽️ 𝗞𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘀 9U-10U: August 5, 6, 7 7U-8U: August 11, 12, 13 𝙂𝙚𝙩 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙮 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣! SPOTS ARE LIMITED!— Register now: iowarush.com/central-soccer-camps

Get registered today

Congratulations to the Iowa Rush South 12U girls on their 1st place finish in the Just For Girls Spring Cup!

Congratulations to the Iowa Rush South 15U girls on their 2nd place finish in the Just For Girls Spring Cup!

2026-2027 Iowa Rush South tryouts registration is NOW OPEN! For more details, visit https://www.iowarush.com/south-tryouts. We are switching to Playmetrics for registration! Set-up an account ®gister HERE - https://tinyurl.com/south-tryouts. #IowaRushSouth #Tryouts

Tonight was Iowa Rush South Night at the Pella vs Pella Christian games. It was a fun night of soccer despite the cold temps and little rain showers.

It was a beautiful day for soccer

Tonight the IowaRush South board had the honor of presenting Millie with the “Scoring Goals for Milly” scholarship. We tasked Millie with carrying on Milly’s legacy by spreading joy and kindness wherever she goes. Millie was given two gift bags, one for herself and one for her to share with someone else to spread kindness and a love for soccer.

Thank you to the Pella High School Girls Soccer team for helping with the Little Kickers practice tonight. @pelladutchsoccer

Tonight was a perfect night for our littlest Little Kickers to play soccer.

Stuck at home with all the rain? Check out the Rush train at home program! https://www.rushsoccer.com/train-at-home

Congratulations to the 12U Iowa Rush South girls, champions of the Rush Spring Champions Cup!

🏆 Good Luck to all our Iowa Rush South teams competing in the Rush Spring Champions Cup this weekend! 🎉🌟 #RushSpringCup #RushSouth

The chilly temps didn’t stop The Little Kickers from coming out and playing their first games.

We are continuing to look at our past as we prepare for the future! As more players and families continue to engage with the game of soccer, Iowa Rush has stayed at the forefront of creating more opportunities for every player. Development doesn’t happen overnight and we’re committed to providing year-round pathways for players of all levels. Iowa Rush programming has evolved to include consistent winter training for select teams, winter session options for younger ages, the creation of our fast-paced 4v4 Premier Challenge League (PCL) along with individual/small-group training designed to support player growth. We’ve grown our summer camp offerings, including the addition of an overnight residential camp and continue to invest countless hours creating and refining curriculum across all programs. Our Kicks for Kids program has expanded to be offered four times per year, giving our youngest players more chances to fall in love with the game. For our 11U-12U select teams, we’ve introduced Midwest Festivals, welcoming Rush clubs from across the region for winter competition. And in 2022, our partnership with Vision Soccer Academy led to the creation of VSA Rush, offering top-level players access to national leagues while still competing locally and statewide. #HonoringOurRoots. #BuildingfortheFuture.

🌟 MARCH CORE VALUE PLAYER OF THE MONTH 🌟 Congratulations to Talon Reinhart from the Iowa Rush North 2012/13 Boys team for embodying this month's core value of Empathy! ⚽️👏 Talon is always encouraging his teammates and is supportive of all our programs and teams. Thank you, Talon, for leading by example. Your big heart and positive attitude make our entire club family better! 💙 #CoreValues #Empathy

Since 2009, Iowa Rush has intentionally grown our staff and operations to support the increasing number of players in our sport. Over the past 17 years, more than 15,000 players have experienced Iowa Rush programming and developed a love for the game. We have grown to include locations in Waverly, Pella, and work in partnership with VSA in the Waukee community and Apex in the Warren County area. We are proud to support our communities by participating in local events such as elementary school fun nights, parades, and trunk-or-treats. Many of our club coaches also serve on local high school soccer staffs, helping raise the soccer standard and further the game for players throughout our communities. Our investment in players goes beyond the field. We believe in mentoring the next generation of coaches, creating pathways for Iowa Rush alumni to begin their coaching careers. Over the last 10 years, we’ve hired over 25 Iowa Rush alumni as coaches, including 11 on our current staff. These individuals have lived our club culture and now bring those experiences back to our current players. Alongside our alumni, our staff includes former college coaches, coaches with international backgrounds, and club coaches who bring a wide range of perspectives and expertise. Supported by an administrative team with 30+ combined years in the soccer industry, Iowa Rush remains a state leader rooted in stability, growth, and opportunity. #HonoringOurRoots. #BuildingfortheFuture.

🏃‍♀️ Gear Up & Save This Weekend! 🏃‍♂️ Shop at DICK’S Sporting Goods and score 20% OFF your entire purchase! In partnership with DICK’S Sporting Goods, we’re excited to offer an exclusive 20% discount for all Iowa Rush athletes, coaches, and families at the West Des Moines and Waterloo locations. Discount is good from March 6–9, 2026. Valid in-store only – just show the coupon at checkout! 👉 20% Off Coupon – CLICK HERE: https://tinyurl.com/yhsrcx3e Don’t miss this chance to stock up and get season-ready!

New for this year! We have teamed up with Nike to bring an elevated camp experience to our Summer Residential Camp. This camp is designed for players of any skill level. Participants will enjoy time away from home in a fun and supportive environment, making new friends and experiencing soccer alongside players and coaches from various clubs across the state. Girls Camp: June 26-28 Boys Camp: July 17-19 Campers stay overnight at Warburg College for 3 days of soccer development & FUN! Open to ages 9-14. ➡️ More details ®gistration links at https://www.iowarush.com/summer-residential-soccer-camp.

As we look ahead to the Spring 2026 season and beyond, we’re taking a moment to reflect on where it all began—and where we’re going next. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be sharing a series of posts that celebrate the history of Iowa Rush and the vision that continues to drive our future. Iowa Rush officially began in 2009, built on the strong foundation of the Ankeny Soccer Club. From the very beginning, our leaders shared a clear goal: to create better soccer opportunities for Iowa families while staying true to our community roots. Joining the national Rush Soccer organization opened the door to greater regional and national opportunities for our players, shared resources with some of the top soccer minds in the country, and proven pathways for player development. Just as important, it allowed us to keep soccer local and accessible—while raising the standard of the game across our club. #HonoringOurRoots. #BuildingfortheFuture.

Check out the latest edition of the Iowa Rush newsletter! 🎉 ➡️ https://conta.cc/3ZTsKyQ #FebruaryNewsletter #NewIssue

SAVE THE DATE! Our partner, DICK’S Sporting Goods, is offering a 20% off discount at the West Des Moines & Waterloo locations to help you gear up for the season! Be sure to use the unique coupon linked below, available to all Iowa Rush athletes, coaches and families from March 6-9, 2026. The coupon is valid in-store and should be shown at the register during checkout. 20% Off Coupon - CLICK HERE: https://tinyurl.com/yhsrcx3e

We want to take a moment to thank Scott Treft for his many years of dedication and service as the Technical Director at Iowa Rush South. Scott is stepping into an exciting new role leading the Pella High School Girls Soccer Team this spring and we are truly grateful for everything he’s contributed to our club. We’re also excited to welcome Sarah Fitzgerald as our new Technical Director starting this spring. A familiar face to many, we’re thrilled to have her stepping into this role. We're looking forward to a great spring season! ⚽🌷

🎉 Congratulations to our February Core Value Player of the Month — Ayla Mujic 🎉 Ayla is a member of the 2007/08 High School Girls team and embodies our February Core Value of Enjoyment. Ayla always shows up to training and games with the biggest smile on her face. Her positive attitude is contagious and you can always tell she genuinely loves the game of soccer. She is the first to volunteer for drills and looks to take advantage of any extra playing opportunities that are offered! Congrats Ayla -- we can’t wait to see you keep shining! ✨⚽✨

Summer Residential Camp is BACK! Girls Camp: June 26-28 Boys Camp: July 17-19 Campers stay overnight at Warburg College for 3 days of soccer development and FUN! Open to players with 2013-2016 birth years. ➡️ Registration now open on our new registration platform Sprocket! http://iowarush.sprocketsports.com/

Happy #nationalgirlsandwomeninsportsday!

🎉 Congratulations to our January Core Value Player of the Month — Connor Staebell! 🎉 Connor is a standout member of Iowa Rush Central’s 2014 Blue team and consistently exemplifies our January Core Value of Leadership. Leaders are trustworthy, honest, and sincere. They show integrity, work hard, serve others, and put the team first—and Connor does exactly that every day. 🙌 Way to go, Connor! Thank you for leading by example and showing what true leadership looks like on and off the field.💙 #RushCoreValues

Happy New Year! 🎉⚽ Wishing all our players and families a year full of soccer, growth, and great memories together! ✨ Let’s go 2026! 💙✨

🎄⚽️ Merry Christmas to all our amazing players, parents, and families! Here’s to scoring more goals together in the New Year! 🎉🌟 #MerryChristmas #SoccerFamily #TeamSpirit

🌷 Spring is COMING!🌷 It's time to get registered for our spring Little Kickers and Rec Program! Check the bio link for the registration link and more info! #SpringSoccer

Don't miss out on the 2026 Midwest College Combine presented by VSA Rush! Spots are filling up quickly, so secure yours today! 📅 Date: February 1st, 2026 👦 Ages: Boys Class of 2026, 2027, 2028 & Girls Class of 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 📍 Location: MidAmerican RecPlex - West Des Moines, IA

🌟 Iowa Rush Apparel & Accessories Are Here! 🌟 Thank you to Wee's Tees for providing our winter gear apparel store and for being one of our valued sponsors for the 2025-26 season! We appreciate your support! 🙌 ➡️ Check the bio link for the apparel link!

🎉 Congrats to Joanna VandeVoort from Iowa Rush South, our December Core Value Player of the Month! 🌟 This month’s core value is Unity. Joanna truly embodies this by lifting up her teammates during tough moments, sharing burdens, and demonstrating that with a unified team, all things are possible! 🙌💪 Keep shining, Joanna! #CoreValuePlayer #Unity #IowaRush #Teamwork #YouthSports

Tune in today for the 2026 World Cup draw to find out who the USA will face next summer! ⚽️ ℹ️: https://www.fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup/canadamexicousa2026/articles/final-draw-date-venue-teams-pots-procedures ⏰: 11am Central Time 📺: FOX

Happy Thanksgiving from Iowa Rush! We are grateful for our players, parents, coaches, alumni, sponsors, board members, and supporters who make our club exceptional! 🦃❤️

🌷 Spring programming is Here! 🌷 Get registered for our spring Little Kickers and Rec Program! Check the bio link for the registration link and more info! #SpringSoccer

🎉 Congrats to Will Guess, from Rush South, our November Core Value Player of the Month! 🎉 This month’s core value is Humility —Apologize for mistakes and forgive others. Way to go, Will! 🙌 Thanks for leading by example and showing what true humility looks like every day. #RushCoreValues

Final TOTW for the fall 2026 season! #VSARush #IowaRush #VSA

Thank you Jason for leading Iowa Rush South onto bigger and better things throughout your years as club President.

Congratulations to this weeks girls Team of the Week! #VSARush #VSA #IowaRush

18U Girls finished as Finalist in the Heartland Invitational down in Kansas City this weekend. They finished 3-0 and didn’t concede a goal in bracket play. Congrats to these ladies and there great season!

Good Luck to our 16 Iowa Rush girls teams from Central, North & South that are participating in the Heartland Girls Invitational Tournament this weekend!🎉🏆 #GoGIRLS! #GirlsHeartlandInvitational

Happy Halloween from Iowa Rush South!

Introducing Team of the Week for Oct 26-27! #VSARush #IowaRush #VSA

Introducing the TOTW for Oct 18-19! 🎉 #VSARush #IowaRush #VSA

Congratulations to the 15u Iowa Rush South girls on there second place finish at the Burlington monster match tournament!

Congratulations to the 12U Iowa Rush South boys on winning the Championship at the Burlington Monstwr Match tournament.

Good luck to all our teams playing in the Burlington Monster Match Tournament this weekend! 🏆⚽️ #TournamentWeekend

🎉Congratulations to Charles Kraus, a member of the Iowa Rush North 2012/2013 Boys team, on being recognized as the Iowa Rush Core Value Player of the Month for exemplifying our core value of Accountability. Charles shows up early for every practice and game, and stays behind to do extra work. He sets a great example to the rest of the team and has not allowed anyone to drop standards. Great work Charles! #CoreValue #Accountability @rushsoccer

Tonight the IowaRush South board again had the honor of presenting Kellan with the “Scoring Goals for Milly” scholarship. We tasked Kellan with carrying on Milly’s legacy by spreading joy and kindness wherever he goes. The players in the Little Kickers program are the age that Milly was when she found joy on the soccer field. We have great coaches that continue each season to help our youngest players have fun and find joy when they step onto the field.

🌟 Share Your Story with Rush! 🌟 We want to showcase the amazing stories from our Rush Soccer family! Do you have a memorable moment about a player, coach, manager, or team achievement? We want to hear from YOU! 📸 Share your game day action, training highlights, or any FUN moments! Click the link below to share your story: https://rushsoccer.com/share-your-story/ #RushSoccer

Happy National Coaches Day! 🎉 Thank you to our dedicated and supportive coaches. You inspire players daily and we appreciate your hard work and commitment to our club! #NationalCoachesDay

We want to wish Coach Lay good luck at basic training and thank him for his service.

Good luck to all our teams participating in Rush Cup this weekend! 🏆⚽️ #RushCup

🚨 Spread the word! Catch Rush Fall Cup games on livestream! ⚽️ All fields at Prairie Ridge and Cownie Soccer Complexes will be equipped with Hudl Flex cameras for LIVE STREAMING all weekend, brought to you by Karl Chevrolet! 🌟 Don't miss out on the excitement—scan the QR code or head over to team1sports.com/iowarushtournaments to purchase access and watch the games live or watch later on-demand! 📲🎥 @karl_chevrolet @iowarushtournaments

The Teams of the Week for Sep 13-14 are here! 🏆 #VSARush #IowaRush #VSA

The heat didn’t stop our littlest to oldest players today.

Fall kickoff camp is underway. Great weather and lots of fun.

Gear up for the season with 20% off at DICK’S Sporting Goods! 🏃‍♂️⚽️ Iowa Rush Soccer families can use this coupon in-store at West Des Moines from July 25-28, 2025. Show it at checkout! Check the bio link for the 20% Off Coupon link!

Happy 4th of July from Iowa Rush! 🇺🇸

And that’s a wrap…these keepers consistently showed up to training twice a week through June and finished up today. Good work and dedication! Thank you Haley for coming out every week to train these keepers!

Don't Delay! Registration for our 2025 Fall Programs is OPEN!! ⚽ ⚽ To learn more and register, check the bio link!

Iowa Rush Summer Camps are COMING!⚽ There's still time to get signed up! Get extra touches, sharpen your skills and keep playing soccer all summer🔥 Camps don't fit in your schedule?! Check out our individual & small group training options! To learn more ®gister today -- check the bio link!

Thank you to the Menace and Vermeer Charitable Foundation for providing the camp to the Pella soccer players. @menacesoccer94

Need to get noticed by college coaches this summer? Get registered for Midwest ID Camp! The recruiting landscape is changing rapidly, making it tougher for players to stand out. Showcases are shrinking, and college budgets are tighter. ID Camps offer a focused and cost-effective way for players to connect with coaches. This camp will also help identify players for Rush Select, Regional Showcase teams, and National Team Showcases. Event Details: Dates: July 25-27, 2025 Ages: 2012-2007 Birth Year players Cost: $125 Location: Blaine, MN Sign ups are open now - check the bio link for the registration link! @RushSoccer

That's a Wrap on 2025-26 Tryouts! 🎉 Welcome to all our new and returning Iowa Rush Select Players. Looking forward to a great year! #TeamSpirit #NewYear

Congratulations to all Iowa Rush high school athletes for their postseason achievements! 🎉👏

Congratulations to the 15U Iowa Rush South Girls Select Team on their 2nd place finish at the All American Cup in Blaine, Minnesota.

Congrats to our 11U Boys Select Team who had an undefeated season 7-0 record in ISL and had two first place tournament finishes this season!

The 14U boys finished their season today with a record of 5-1. Great season boys!

We're excited to announce a new Midwest ID Camp designed for Rush players to get noticed by college coaches! Why a Rush Soccer ID Camp? The recruiting landscape is changing rapidly, making it tougher for players to stand out. Showcases are shrinking, and college budgets are tighter. ID Camps offer a focused and cost-effective way for players to connect with coaches. This camp will also help identify players for Rush Select, Regional Showcase teams, and National Team Showcases. Event Details: Dates: July 25-27, 2025 Ages: 2012-2007 Birth Year players Cost: $125 Location: Blaine, MN Sign ups are open now - check the bio link for the registration link! @RushSoccer

⏳ The COUNTDOWN is on to our 2025-26 tryouts! Learn more at iowarush.com/south-tryouts ⚽ #IowaRushSouth

Tonight the Iowa Rush South Board presented Kirk with the “Scoring Goals for Milly” scholarship. We then tasked him with spreading kindness and Milly’s love by soccer by giving the second gift bag that he got to someone else, which he did.

Iowa Rush Summer Camps are back! ⚽ Get extra touches, sharpen your skills and play soccer all summer🔥 Check out the registration link for a list of ALL our summer camps, including individual & small group training options! To learn more ®gister today, visit iowarush.com.

🌟 Did you know that as a member of the Rush Soccer organization, you have access to our FREE online learning platform? ⚽ This exclusive resource is packed with training, drills, and expert coaching insights, all available from the comfort of your home! 🏡 Give your player the tools they need to grow and excel on the field. Don’t miss out—check out the bio link to sign-up! @rushsoccer

Registration for our 2025 Fall Programs is now open!! ⚽ ⚽ Check out our website at www.iowarush.com to find out more and to register now!

Tonight was Iowa Rush South night at the Pella vs Pella Christian games. The boys and girls from both teams played great and Rush South players cheered loud.

The wind did not stop our littlest Little Kickers from giving it their all in their scrimmage.

Spots are filling fast! ☀️⚽ Register now for the 2025 Summer Residential Camp at Wartburg College! This 3-day overnight camp is perfect for players to develop their skills, connect with teammates, and enjoy an unforgettable soccer experience. Who: Boys and Girls with 2012-2015 birth years Check the bio link for more details!

Register today for 2025-26 Iowa Rush tryouts! 🎉 Check the bio link for more information and to register. #IowaRushSouth

Congratulations to the 11U boys team for winning the championship at the Rush Spring Champions Cup!

Congratulations to the 14U team on winning the championship at the Rush Spring Champions Cup!

The 2025 Rush Spring Champions Cup is here!! ⚽ 🏆 Good luck to everyone participating this weekend!

Not sure what to do with all the videos you've captured over the season? 🤔 Have access to Hudl or Veo games but feeling lost on how to utilize them? Let Iowa Rush Video Analysis Services help! Create memorable team or individual highlight videos that capture the best moments from special events or throughout the season. 🏆 Celebrate Rush Spring Cup with us and SAVE $50 when you use code IRT50 at checkout. Don’t wait – this offer ends Friday, April 16th! Check our bio link for more info! @rushsoccer

🎥 Catch Rush Spring Cup soccer games on Hudl! New this year -- ALL 14 fields at Prairie Ridge will be equipped with Hudl Flex cameras livestreaming game action all weekend! Check out the Rush Hudl page https://www.iowarush.com/HudlLivestream for more details and to purchase access ($5 for unlimited tournament access). Watch games live or later on-demand!

The Iowa Rush website has a new look! Check it out for updates & information, including tryout registration and summer camps!

It was a brisk Saturday morning at the Sports complex but the 8U Little Kickers did not seem to notice the weather. We loved seeing all the fans and support despite the cold to cheer on these players.

25-26 Tryouts are NOW OPEN! 🎉 Visit link in bio for more information and to register. #IowaRushSouth

There was a lot of action at the Sports Complex tonight. The Little Kickers fields were full, several other practices, and the referee development clinic.

#IowaRushSouth #Pella #IowaSoccer #SoccerSkills #FirstTouch #PlayerDevelopment #SoccerTraining #YouthSoccer #PassingSkills #SoccerTips #Teamwork #DribblingSkills #SoccerDrills #BallControl #GoalScoring #SoccerDefense #SoccerFitness #Conditioning #SportsPsychology #SetPieces #FreeKicks #SoccerLife #YouthSports