February 27, 2025

US SOCCER RULES UPDATE - Stronger Policy To Protect Our Referees

Working Together to Keep Soccer Positive

referee Policy

Coastal Rush Families,

At Coastal Rush, we all share a common goal—creating a positive and safe environment for our players, referees, coaches, and families. We’re proud of the improvements we’ve seen on our sidelines, thanks to the support and sportsmanship of our parents and coaches. However, across the country, sideline behavior has become a growing concern, leading US Soccer to introduce new initiatives aimed at ensuring a respectful and enjoyable game for everyone.

As part of this effort, new policies will be in place starting March 1st to further reinforce positive sideline behavior and protect the game from verbal and physical abuse.

What This Means

Respect for Referees: Everyone plays a role in supporting our officials. Any inappropriate behavior directed at referees will now carry clear consequences.

Sideline Conduct: Coaches, parents, and spectators are encouraged to maintain a positive attitude, cheer on players, and avoid negative interactions with officials, players, or other families.

Enforcement: These policies apply to all teams, leagues, and age groups under US Soccer’s jurisdiction to create a consistent standard nationwide.

We know that our families already do a great job of setting the right example, and we appreciate your continued support in making Coastal Rush a place where our kids can thrive.

To learn more, please take a moment to watch this short video (US Soccer RAP) and review the official policies (Policy PDF).

Thank you for being such an important part of our soccer community. Let’s continue working together to make this sport a great experience for our kids!

By Lucas Sampaio March 12, 2025
U.S. Learning Soccer C License
By Lucas Sampaio October 10, 2024
Coastal Families, Hudl TV has been a fantastic addition to our game streaming this season. Below, you'll find links to the Hudl Flex User Guide to assist anyone responsible for setting up and recording with the Hudl Flex cameras. We also have a recorded video call from Hudl with our Coastal Rush players that covers some helpful topics. Be sure to check out these helpful tutorials and resources for Coaches, Team Managers, Athletes, and Parents: Athletes Guide to Hudl : Share this out with athletes and parents for a walk through of all things Hudl on the Athletes side of things Coaches/Managers Resource Guide : Share this out with coaches for a step by step walk through of the Hudl platform on the coaches/managers side of things Coastal Rush Hudl Fan Landing Page : Share this out with friends and family who can’t attend games in person and want to watch via livestream If you have any additional questions, please email Coach Kyle at kyle@coastalrush.com.
By Lucas Sampaio June 24, 2024
[Pensacola, FL, June 24, 2024] - Coastal Rush Soccer, a soccer club within the largest youth soccer organization in the world, is celebrating a remarkable achievement with a record-breaking year of college commitments for Fall 2024. The National average for high school soccer players continuing their athletic journey in college stands at 7.5%, but Coastal Rush Soccer has surpassed expectations with an impressive 57 college commitments, which is 5x the national average. This outstanding success is directly attributed to Coastal Rush’s College Advisory Program (CAP). The announcement of 57 college commitments sets Coastal Rush Soccer apart as a leader in nurturing young soccer talent and providing them with opportunities to further their education while pursuing their sports dreams. The organization's commitment to developing well-rounded student-athletes has clearly paid off, with a significant number of players set to embark on their college soccer careers in the upcoming fall. Rush Soccer's College Advisory Program (CAP) has been a great resource in guiding players through the college recruitment process, ensuring that they are well-equipped to make informed decisions about their future. The local CAP offerings led by John Michael Guidroz, Felipe Lawall and Nick Cooper offer personalized support and expert advice, the CAP has empowered players to explore their options and find the best fit for their academic and athletic aspirations. "Our College Advisory Program (CAP) team is dedicated to empowering players through the college recruitment process. With a proven track record of exceeding the national average in college commitments by 5x times, CAP offers unparalleled support and guidance to families. No other club equips players for success quite like Rush Soccer. We are very proud of all of our athletes that will be attending college, for athletics and academic excellence,” said Josh Tyler, Global CAP Director for Rush Soccer. Kyle Sealy, Boys Director of Coastal Rush Soccer, adds, “By prioritizing academic excellence and holistic development, Coastal Rush has created a pathway for young athletes to pursue their passion for soccer while securing their future through higher education. We are very proud of each of our players for attacking the recruiting process head on and finding a fit for themselves academically as well as programs that fit their needs as individual players” Kenny Skinner, Girls Director of Coastal Rush Soccer, also adds, “We at the club would like to show our gratitude to all those who have helped the players find their fit at the next level. In addition to our local CAP directors we also have many great coaches and directors at the home club who have helped our student athletes. Also lastly, a big congratulations to all the players in making this next step!” As Coastal Rush Soccer continues to make a mark in the world of youth soccer development, the organization's emphasis on empowering student-athletes to achieve success both on and off the field remains at the core of its mission. With 57 college commitments for Fall 2024, Rush Soccer is setting a new standard for player development and college preparedness in the soccer community.
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