Futsal News

Being a part of CCS offers individual player pathways and experiences that are second to none. The Regional events are scouted and players are selected to attend National Training Camps in AZ or VA. These venues combine the best in the country in each age/gender to compete for a spot on the Futures team. The Futures group travels to Spain for an intense week of games and training. Congrats to all the selected Rush players and good luck at NTC!!

• Augustine Jara 2016 MN Rush
• Myles Barr-Karagiannis 2015 Plantation Rush
• Danny Nasr 2015 MN Rush
• Cael Covar 2015 MN Rush
• Nolan Rockne 2015 SWMO Rush
• Jacob Elder 2014 MN Rush
• Nolan Victor 2014 Plantation Rush
• Zak Lee 2014 MN Rush
• Neymar Acevedo 2014 SWMO Rush
• Dylan Ruiz 2014 Plantation Rush
• Emir Doharty 2014 Plantation Rush
• Patrick Keyes 2014 Plantation Rush
• Mason Arnold 2013 MN Rush
• Axel Guitierrez 2013 MN Rush
• Lucas Benz 2012 MN Rush
• Elam Doharty 2012 Plantation Rush
• Jackson Niven 2012 MN Rush
• Josh Hinkle 2012 Plantation Rush
• Lorne Schiller 2011 Chicago Rush
• Andrew Guitierrez 2011 MN Rush
• Noah Elder 2011 MN Rush
• DeAngelo Cartegena 2011 Plantation Rush
• Dylan Franklin 2011 Plantation Rush
• Xavier Zawaira 2011 MN Rush
• Asher Fein 2011 Plantation Rush
• Declan Macke 2012 Weston FC

Hosted at the Atlanta International Convention Center, the Sunshine Regional showcased some amazing talents. As a founding member of CCS, SSA/Rush SE enjoyed its best finishes in the 4 years of competition. The CCS Rush teams all finished as finalists in 2011, 2012 and 2014 boys age groups, all losing out to national powerhouse, YellowCap from Atlanta. The older showcase teams in High School (2006-2008) and 2009/2010 age categories gave us some great entertainment on their way to 3rd and 4th place finish respectively.

“The environment that these players experience during these high-level competitions has a profound impact on their individual development.” Chris Rue Rush Futsal’s National Director. “We look forward to providing Rush Select with a steady stream of younger talents.”

Next up for SSA/Rush SE will be Summer Jam in June and CCS Nationals and Worlds in Orlando this July where both Rush Futsal clubs will compete.

Rush Futsal’s annual Winter Futsal Cup continues to grow and bring the Florida futsal community together. Hosted at the David Posnack JCC in Ft Lauderdale, FL during Dec, the Winter Futsal Cup is becoming known to host a national caliber competition. Games were played in front of fan-packed gyms, leading to a great competitive environment. The championship trophy was a show-stopper this year and the teams fought hard for it. Shout out to the Miami Rush 2010 MLS Next team who dominated their competition en route to becoming champions. Miami Rush Head Coach, Orlando Bueso “This event helps my players out during our Christmas break. It keeps the players sharp and ready for the Spring season.”

The 5th edition of the Winter Futsal Cup will be held Dec 27-29, 2024 in Ft Lauderdale, FL.

Rush Central kicked off their first competition at United Futsal’s Champions Cup Series Great Lakes Regional. Hosted at the Schaumburg Convention Center in Chicago this past December, the players enjoyed highly competitive matches. Rush brought 5 teams to the competition.

2011, led by Chicago Rush player, Lorne Schiller and Minnesota Rush players Andrew Guitierrez and GK Noah Elder finished as finalists. The 2012 team, led by MN Rush players Jackson Niven and GK Lucas Benz and SWMO Rush player Ethan Hurst finished 4th. The 2013 team, led by MN Rush players Mason Arnold and Axel Guitierrez, fished 4th as well. The 2014 team, led by MN Rush players Zak Lee and GK Jacob Elder, finished 3rd after a nail-biting PK shootout in the 3rd/4th place game. The 2015 team, led by MN Rush players Cael Covar and Danny Nasr and SWMO Rush player Nolan Rockne finished as finalists after a heartbreaking loss in the finals.

All the teams represented Rush Futsal well and respected the game to the utmost. The players are looking forward to the Nationals and Worlds in Orlando this summer.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Rush Central Joins United Futsal’s Champions Cup Series for 2023-2024 Season Rochester, MN (September 12, 2023) – United Futsal is thrilled to announce that Rush Central, a dynamic club based out of Rochester, Minnesota, has officially joined Season Three of the Champions Cup Series for the 2023-2024 season.

As an affiliate member of Rush Soccer, a brand that has established itself as the largest youth soccer club in the world with a remarkable presence spanning 50 countries, Rush Central isn’t a stranger to achieving remarkable success in the world of youth sports. With a steadfast commitment to player development, the club has embarked on a new journey into the world of futsal, leveraging its expertise to offer young athletes the benefits of this exhilarating sport, with its sights now set on United Futsal.

“We’re excited to embark on this journey with United Futsal and officially participate in the Champions Cup Series for the first time,” said Chris Rue, Club Director for Rush Central. “This experience will undoubtedly open up new opportunities and horizons for our young athletes. We can’t wait to get started.”

While this marks Rush Central’s first official year as a member of the Champions Cup Series, their journey into the world of futsal began with a successful partnership with SSA in the 2023 United Futsal Nationals and Worlds, where they gained valuable experience in high-quality futsal competitions. The Champions Cup Series is known for its unique environment that tests player’s abilities in various aspects, including concentration, anticipation, decision-making, and deception, providing a platform for young athletes to flourish. The partnership with United Futsal offers Rush Central the opportunity to build a robust youth futsal program while allowing players the flexibility to continue participating in both soccer and futsal.

In preparation for the upcoming season, Rush Central’s plan for success involves the identification of talent through ID Camps and rigorous training. Their overarching philosophy and vision revolve around nurturing aspiring players to compete in Champions Cup Series events, with futsal playing a pivotal role in identifying young talents who can progress through their player pathway. With a lead coaching staff consisting of Leo Barbosa and Fio Santos who bring over a decade of experience at all levels, Rush Central’s goals for the upcoming season are clear – to compete against the nation’s top futsal clubs, elevate their brand within the futsal community, and win.

Rush Central’s participation in the Champions Cup Series promises to be an exhilarating addition to the 2023-2024 season. For more information on Rush Central and the upcoming Champions Cup Series season, visit their website at www.rush-futsal.com or follow them on social media @rushsoccer.com

About Rush Central

Rush Central, based in Rochester, Minnesota, is a dynamic youth sports club affiliated with the globally renowned Rush Soccer brand. With a steadfast commitment to player development, the club has expanded its horizons into the world of futsal, leveraging its expertise to offer young athletes the unparalleled benefits of this exhilarating sport.

About United Futsal’s Champions Cup Series

The Champions Cup Series, organized by United Futsal, is a premier global Futsal championship that brings together 32 clubs from around the US to compete for a chance to represent the US at the World Futsal Cup. It provides an unparalleled platform for youth development, fostering top-tier talent and exposing them to high-level competition. For more information, visit www.unitedfutsal.com.

Media Contacts

Dillon Wager, Rush Central, dwager@rushsoccer.com

Erin Thetford, United Futsal, erin.thetford@unitedfutsal.com