Virginia Rush Soccer Club

★Ericka Ubri

My daughter had a very disappointing experience this past season. There was a clear lack of support and camaraderie among teammates, and unfortunately, the coach did nothing to address or improve the situation. I also noticed that other players on the team were having similar experiences. Practices were unstructured and did not focus on skill development, which left the team consistently struggling during games. By the end of the season, there was little to no improvement in my daughter’s abilities, making the entire experience feel like a waste of both time and money. It’s clear from reading other reviews that we’re not alone in this. Sadly, I cannot recommend this program, and we will not be returning.

★★★★★Farah Foster

Loved the 4 day camp last week. The coach knew all the kid's names and my son felt like he learned a ton! Wish the hours were set up for a whole day!

★★★★★DJ G

I can’t say enough about how great this program is! Our son has been with Rush for 3 years (5-8 years old) and majority of that has been spent in the developmental academy level learning and growing with incredible coaches like Isaac, Rasheed, Chris, and many others. The care, attention to detail, and fun atmosphere has really brought the best out of my son. We’re sad to PCS from this great community and club but are hopeful to come back and rejoin the club. Highly recommend this club; you will not be disappointed!

★★★★★Sandra Shinabarger

We've been a Rush family for many years, many seasons. Coaches are all volunteer parents and fairly reasonable. Not sure why any negative reviewers didn't step up and help instead of speaking poorly of an established affordable sports option or complaining about a hardworking parent who volunteered their time off to coach a team. We love Rush soccer. Rec soccer even comes with a shirt.

★Genny Sanderson

We have been with Rush for about 7 years. Both our kids have played in the areas of recreation, SOE, advanced and competitive. We are finally leaving because we just can’t take the horrible coaching and mismanagement anymore. Our child’s confidence has plummeted and it’s not hard to see why when a coach tells them they are “the least skilled player on the team” and “will never start” and “will never be in goal again the rest of the season.” When it’s clear that none of this is true and backed up, just the coach didn’t like them. There seems to be a huge emphasis on body image and only those who fit a certain mold get to be on better teams despite ability. Especially when a coach tells them they can see they haven’t been putting in an effort despite their hard work outside practices, just because their body is different. Size does not determine worth or ability. We have only had two good coaches for one of our kids and both those coaches left Rush, because they are good coaches and obviously care more about their players than the clubs bottom line. The Rush coaches need training in communication, management and people skills, especially cause they are dealing with children. Conflicts between coaches, parents, and administrators drive good people away from the club because they are not dealt with in an effective way or they are ignored. Rush is a joke. They want your money but will be quick to destroy your child’s confidence and love for the sport but not care because some other suckers are waiting in the wind and just want that competitive title. I’m just happy my child still wants to play despite the terrible years with Rush.