Iowa Rush South

Iowa Rush South is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing competitive, organized soccer for Pella and surrounding area youth with 5U-19U teams. Our club is operated by the Iowa Rush South Board Members who are volunteers, who give of their time and talents outside their normal, full-time jobs because they are dedicated to helping to provide the youth of southeastern Iowa the opportunity to enjoy and grow in the wonderful sport of soccer. Iowa Rush South pays a fee per participant to the City of Pella to lease and maintain the Pella Soccer Complex.

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!

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.

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Congrats to our 11U Boys team! They won the Scheels Premier Tournament today!

Iowa Rush is excited to collaborate with ACG Mental Performance to enhance the mental development of our athletes. We invite all Iowa Rush parents and athletes to join us for a town hall-style webinar featuring DJ McMoil, Head of Mental Performance at ACG. Expect an engaging, educational, and practical discussion on mental performance! Parents join at 7pm on Tuesday night and players join at 7pm on Wednesday night. Check the bio link for the meeting links and to learn more about ACG! #ACGMentalPerformance #RushPartnership

The Rush Core Value for the month of March is EMPATHY! ✨ The ability to understand and share the feelings of another. Empathy is at the core of solid relationships. #IowaRush #RushSoccer #CoreValues

Did you know here at Iowa Rush we are united with over 110 different Rush clubs around the world! Our mission here at Rush is to become one of the most recognized brands in the world by providing the highest quality soccer programs!

Go to www.iowademonhawks.com and get free kid passes. Enjoy a fast paced double header on February 22.

Don't miss your chance! Are you 13 years or older and ready to make some extra cash? Sign-up for an upcoming referee training and become part of the game. Click the link in bio for more details!

Congratulations to Max Berendzen, a 14U Select player at Iowa Rush North, on being recognized as the Iowa Rush Core Value Player of the Month! He is highly regarded by his teammates and coaches and truly enjoys playing the game! Max was recognized for his relentless drive to get touches on the ball, truly embodying what it means to be a student of the game. 🌟 Click the bio link to learn more about our core values and Max’s selection for this honor!

The Rush Core Value for the month of February is ENJOYMENT! ✨ Enjoy your work, this is a gift. The desires of diligent workers are satisfied. #IowaRush #RushSoccer #CoreValues

Happy National Girls and Women in Sports Day!

Calling all Future Referees! This month is your chance to get certified. You must be at least 13 years old to register -- invite your friends along and get ready to learn the ins and outs of the game. ✅ Why Become a Referee? - Gain valuable leadership skills - Stay active and engaged in sports - Earn extra income while doing what you love Click the link in bio to sign up & don't miss out on this opportunity to make a difference in the game!

The Iowa Referee Committee is hosting two upcoming U.S. Soccer Grassroots Referee Clinics! Click the link in bio to sign up today and complete the First Time Referee Course.

This Saturday, 1.11.25 we reveal the new uniform kits🔥 Tune into @rushsoccer live at 11:30am CST for our Live Stream at the United Coaches Convention in Chicago! ✔️ #RUID #RushSoccer #FeelTheRush

Iowa Rush wishes everyone a Happy New Year! 🎉

Merry Christmas from Iowa Rush South! 🎄

Thinking about summer plans? ☀️⚽ Registration is NOW OPEN 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: Players with 2012-2015 birth years Learn more and register today: https://bit.ly/4ieuVF7

Happy Thanksgiving from Iowa Rush! 🍁🦃 Our club is very thankful for the players, parents, coaches, alumni, sponsors, board members, and supporters that make our club the best!

Online Referee Clinic Available - Get Certified to Work Games in Iowa! The Iowa Referee Committee’s final virtual clinic for new officials is on November 23rd. Don’t miss this opportunity to get certified and start working games—click the link in bio to sign up today!

We are excited to recognize Dara Geetings, a member of the Iowa Rush South 15U Girls team, as the Iowa Rush Core Value Player of the Month for exemplifying humility! Dara is a humble player and teammate who never blames others for mistakes, always taking responsibility and looking for ways to improve. 🌟 To learn more about our core values and Dara's selection for this honor, click the link in our bio!

Online Referee Clinics Available - Get Certified to Work Games in Iowa! The Iowa Referee Committee is offering two virtual clinics for new officials. You only need to attend one session to earn your certification. First available course is TOMORROW! Click the link in our bio to sign up!

19U Boys also wrapped up there season this past weekend down in the Kansas City Tourney. They finished 2nd and brought home some hardware. They went 4-1-2 in the regular season and 3-1-0 in the tournament. Congrats Fellas!

17U Boys wrapped up there season this past weekend at the Kansas City Tourney just barely missed out on the finals, lost the penalty tiebreaker. They finished 3-5 in the regular season and 1-1-1 in the tournament. Congrats guys!

Online Referee Clinics Available – Get Certified to Work Games in Iowa! The Iowa Referee Committee is offering two virtual clinics for new officials. You only need to attend one session to earn your certification. Click the link in our bio to register!

17U/19UG wrapped up their season this weekend down in Kansas City at the Heartland Tournament just missing the finals. They conclude their season with a record of 10-3-4. Congrats Ladies on a greats season.

Our 11U Select Boys team wrapped up their season today with a win over Iowa Storm 4-1. They were undefeated in the state league (7-0-0), placed first in one tournament, and finished with an overall record of 11-1-2. Congrats Guys!

The 14U boys rec team finished their season today with a record of 6-1-1. They also finished 4th in their end of season tournament. Congrats guys!

Tonight members from the Iowa Rush South board joined the Zellmer family to present the Scoring Goals for Milly Scholarship to Caleb from the 6U Little Kickers program. We hope that Caleb will keep Milly’s legacy alive by spreading kindness and joy wherever he goes.

Good luck to our Karate Kids, Pirates, and 101 Dalmations in the Monster Match tournament in Burlington

Congrats to our 12U Boys and 15U Girls teams on being Finalists at The Spring Creek Tournament this past weekend!

Mid-Season Tryouts. See details above! 👆 👆👆👆👆👆👆👆👆👆👆👆👆

Congratulations to the Iowa Rush South 11U Select team on winning the Rush Cup Challenge.

Last night was night number one for our Monday night group of Little Kickers. It’s so much fun to watch our youngest players having fun while learning the game of soccer.

Last night our Little Kickers started their season. So much fun and so many giggles.

Teaching players the basics of reffing. Thank you to the players that took an interest in reffing, the younger players for coming out to play, and the parents for having fun with the kids. Thanks to Jason for running the clinic.

⚽️ The 2025 Referee Registration Window with US Soccer is now OPEN in Iowa. 📑 If you were registered with US Soccer in 2024 as a Referee, Regional Referee, or Regional Emeritus Referee, go to iowareferees.com, click on the Recertification and Registration page, and follow the instructions provided to register for 2025. 🗓️ US Soccer's 2025 registration year began July 1, 2024 and will close June 30, 2025. 💻 NOTE: Iowa is a Learning Center state. Recertification and registration is accomplished entirely online through the US Soccer Learning Center. Use of a PC or Mac is recommended vs. a Smartphone – Chrome is the preferred browser.

We're excited for our upcoming Summer Residential Soccer Camp, just around the corner! Spots are still available for boys and girls with 2011-2014 birth years. Click the link in our bio to learn more about the camp and to get your player signed up today! Last summer was a blast, and we can't wait for you to join us for even more fun this year!

With fun themes, specific technical focuses, and a word of the day guiding us, our Fall Kickoff Camp is tough to beat! Learn more by clicking the link in our bio!!

The 15U select girls had their end of the season practice today. They had fun making high five shirts and continuing their positive team bonding.

Last night there was a lot of competition on the 7U/8U fields. The players took it easy on their parents and kept the games close. Thanks to all the parents who participated in the Player vs Parent games.

We can't wait for Year Two! Last summer, we had tons of fun our at Summer Residential Camp and we hope that you'll join in this time around! Spot are still available for 2011-2014 Boys & Girls, so snag your spot today by clicking the link in our bio.

It was a great night to be at the Pella Sports Complex watching soccer

Congratulations to the 15U girls on their second place finish at the Mississippi Cup!

Registration for our fall programs is now open!! Sign up now for the fall sessions of our Little Kickers or Recreational Soccer programs & join in all the fun! Learn more by clicking the link in our bio.

Get registered for soccer tryouts today! https://www.iowarush.com/south-tryouts

One of the best ways to wrap up the summer & kick off the fall season is to join us for our Fall Kickoff Camp! Registration is now open & we hope to see you all there, so click the link in our bio to register today!!

Thank you for all the players, coaches, and families that attended Rush South Night at the Pella vs Pell Christian game. Thank you to @hshzz3_ (Hailey Hunter) for taking the lead and planning the night for the players.

Tonight the Iowa Rush South Board had the privilege of joining with the Zellmer family to present the Scoring Goals for Milly scholarship to Brynn from the 8U girls team. Grady Zellmer also chose to sponsor a Little Kicker for his Milly Moment, the recipient of this act of kindness was Blakelee from the 6U team.

It was a great weekend of soccer at the 2024 Rush Spring Champions Cup!! Congratulations to the 12U Boys for finishing their weekend as tournament finalists! #IowaRush #RushSpringChampionsCup

PRESS RELEASE | 2024 Rush Spring Champions Cup Anticipated to Drive Substantial Economic Impact. Click the link in our bio to read the full story on our website!

Gear up for the 2024 Iowa Rush Spring Champions Cup! The online apparel store is live and ready for orders: click the link in our bio.

Tryout registration for the Fall 2024 - Spring 2025 Season is now open! To learn more, click the link in our bio!!

Registration for our Fall Kickoff Camp is now open! Learn more ®gister today by clicking the link in our bio!!

So great to see players back on the fields again with the sun shining behind them.

Thanks to @iowasoccer for putting on a great symposium today! Thank you to our rec and select coaches who attended!

From her early days at Iowa Rush South to her successes with VSA Rush, Abby Warner is now committed to continuing her soccer career at the University of Iowa! Click the link in our bio to read more about her inspiring player pathway!!

Congratulations to Max Lauman! So happy to see him continue his soccer career in college.

Learn about our Little Kickers Program and get signed up here today! https://www.iowarush.com/south-little-kickers

Iowa Rush South players enjoyed watching the Iowa Demon Hawks tonight.

Tonight members of the Iowa Rush South Board and their families enjoyed an Iowa Demon Hawk Game. They won 15-5 and such a fun action packed game to watch.

Registration is open for Little Kickers, go to https://www.iowarush.com/south-little-kickers to get registered today.

Good luck to our 17U and 19U Boys teams as they head South to compete in The Heartland Invitational Tournament. Good luck Fellas!

11/04-11/05 Results

19U Girls competed in the Heartland Invitational Tournament in Kansas City this weekend. Saturday they couldn’t find their rhythm, but were very competitive in their first two games. On Sunday, they won one and tied one to finish in fourth place!

14U Boys celebrated there season last night! They are supporting there 2nd place hardware they received last night from the tournament last weekend!

Good luck to our 19U Girls as they head South this weekend to compete in The Heartland Invitational Tournament! Good luck Ladies!

10/28-10/29 Results! Heading towards the end of the season as most of our teams will be heading to Kansas City for tournaments in the next couple of weekends!

The Girls 14U team has displayed exceptional skill and determination, which led to their undefeated record this season!

The Boys 10U team has shown remarkable dedication and teamwork, resulting in an undefeated season this year!

Congrats to the Iowa Rush South 14U boys team on the second place finish in the ADMSC Shoot the Moon Tournament.

SAVE THE DATE! Rush Fest is an annual event held in mid-July that brings together U12 boys’ and girls’ teams and players from Rush clubs across the country and around the world. Coach Luke McClyman will be leading Iowa Rush teams to Rush Fest this summer. More information coming soon via email to the 2012 age groups.

17U Boys and 19U Boys played each other this past weekend in a league game and tied 3-3. Might be the first ever infra-squad official game as these guys practice together every week!