The Woodlands - REC Program (Bear Branch)
The Woodlands Area – Recreational Program (Bear Branch/Alden Bridge Sports fields)
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The Woodlands Recreational Fall 2013 Season
Fall 2013 Recreational - Register Today!
Program Overview
A program that emphasizes fun for all participants; age appropriate development of players, formation of equally balanced teams, and education for coaches and referees. Please read our "Recreational Soccer Program Information and Policies" for guidance prior to the season.
2012/2013 "Age Group Matrix"
Please refer to page 2 of "The Woodlands - Spring 2013 Recreational Season Information" to find out what age category your child shall play in for the Fall 2012 season.
Program Fees
U4 - $150 per season
(Volunteer coach practice 1 night p/week + weekend game)
U5-U6 - $150 per season
(Volunteer coach practice 1 night p/week + Pro training once p/season + weekend game)
U7-U10 - $220 per season
(Volunteer coach practice 1 night p/week + Pro training 1 night p/week + weekend game)
U11-U14 - $250 per season
(Volunteer coach practice 1 night p/week + Pro training 1 night p/week + small sided weekend game)
U15-U18 - $300 per season
(Volunteer coach practice 1 night p/week + Pro training 1 night p/week + TYSA league weekend games)
*we will form teams by age group and gender, if necessary we may combine age groups such as U4 & U5
*A Texas Rush training t-shirt is given once a year to every player during the Fall season and is given to NEW players only in the Spring season
Uniforms are not included in registration. Youth kits = TBA, Adult kits = TBA
Season Dates
Fall : September - November
Spring: February - April
(Additional summer programming and camps available in June/July)
*Please see "Recreational Soccer Season Information" for more information
Schedules for FALL 2013 Season (TBA):
-Professional Practice Schedule (U7-U15)
-Professional Practice Schedule (U5-U6)
-2013 Fall Team Training Schedule
-2013 Fall Game Schedule
-Picture day Schedule
*Times for practices and pro training have been changed this season. Practice timeslots are now 5:15-6:15, 6:15-7:15 and 7:15 –8:15
Professional Training Details
- Players are coached by professional international licensed staff once a week (U7+)
-Training is held at Alden Bridge Park (4751 Hwy 242, The Woodlands, TX, 77382) Monday-Thursday, and Bear Branch ( 5205 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands TX, 77381) on Friday.
Ball size chart
U-4 through U-8 Ball Size #3
U-9 through U-12 Ball Size #4
U-13 through U-19 Ball Size #5
Volunteer Options
Click on the "Volunteers" page to find out more about how you can help!
Game Detail
-Games are generally played on Saturdays, but some Sunday afternoon games may be scheduled. Teams in the U12 and younger age groups will play most (if not all) games at Bear Branch Sports Park in The Woodlands, at 5205 Research Forest Dr across from The Woodlands Teen Center. During the season, a game or two may be played in Conroe, at Carl Barton, or North Houston, Lents Family Park West.
-U13+ teams will play games at Bear Branch Sports Park and/or neighboring North Houston TYSA approved soccer club fields - field directions to these fields are available at www.timberlinesoccer.com
Player Expectations
-Work hard
-Respond positively to coaching
-Punctuality
10 minutes early for training
30 minutes early for games
-Dress appropriately at all times (Rush attire, shinguards)
-Respect coaches, teammates, opponents and referees
Interested in becoming a Coach? Please direct all questions to our Director of Coaching - Recreational: Greg Hess This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
General questions about the program please contact the Recreational Administrator:
Natalie Olivarez This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Coaches Information
Coach Overview
The Texas Rush Recreational program is a volunteer based program with each team requiring at least ONE volunteer coach. Volunteer coaches are directed and guided by a team of dedicated professional coaches.
Volunteer Recreational Coach Role
-Conduct 1 team practice (45 minutes - 1 hour)
-Coach 1 game per week
-Contact point for team parents
**Every volunteer coach must complete a background check during registration
Important Coaches Links
-KidSafe Application
-Practice Ideas
-Guidelines for U6-U12
-Game cards for U9-U12
-Field Maps
Alden Bridge Park (4751 W HWY 242, The Woodlands TX, 77382)
Bear Branch Soccer Fields ( 5205 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands TX, 77381)
Carl Barton Jr Park (S Loop 336 East, Conroe TX, 77304)
McDade Park (3750 FM 2854, Conroe TX, 77304)
Lents Family Park West (18103 Cypress Trace, Houston TX, 77090)
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