Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club
Desmond Vickers is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in coaching and organizational leadership in youth soccer. Currently serving as the South Regional Manager for Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club since August 2022, Desmond previously held the position of Director of Coaching for U11-U14 Girls at Littleton Soccer Club from June 2018 to August 2022, where contributions included strategic planning and effective communication with stakeholders. Prior roles include Director of Coaching at Wesley Chapel Weddington Athletic Association and Black Magic Soccer Club, focusing on player evaluation and coach development. Earlier in their career, Desmond held analytical positions at Massachusetts Water Resources Authority, enhancing project management and recruitment processes. Desmond holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Northeastern University.
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Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club
Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club (CRYSC) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides one of the nation’s most comprehensive, in-depth approaches to youth soccer- providing opportunities for players three-years-old to professional, from beginner to advanced. In partnership with the professional MLS team, CRYSC has access to resources and support above and beyond other soccer clubs. Serving over 9,000 children every season, CRYSC staffs the nation’s best coaches to provide all children, at all levels, opportunities to enjoy and grow in the game of soccer. In addition to leagues, CRYSC provides beginner to advanced level tournaments, camps and clinics in the summer and winter as well as college preparation assistance. In addition to the youth programs provided by CRYSC, over 4,000 children are served annually in the nation’s largest youth soccer outreach program. Through our Soccer for Success and Zarlengo programs, CRYSC provides opportunities for underserved youth to have access to the world’s game. These programs focus on aspects above and beyond youth soccer, targeting physical activity, nutrition education, mentorship, and family engagement in communities that need additional support. CRYSC also offers opportunities with access to some of the nation’s best youth teams through the U.S. Development Academy. These teams connect national team coaches directly with academy clubs to develop and identify players and coaches for future Youth National Teams.