RUSH SOCCER IS FINDING GREAT SUCCESS AT ITS
MOST ELITE LEVELS AND AT ITS RECREATIONAL
AND DEVELOPMENTAL LEVELS ACROSS THE
COUNTRY! IN THIS EDITION, IT'S IMPORTANT
TO US AS A CLUB TO HIGHLIGHT OUR THUNDER
PROGRAM AS IT CONTINUES TO GROW UNDER THE
LEADERSHIP OF RUSH NATIONAL DIRECTOR OF
TOPSOCCER, RICK SMITH. TAKE A LOOK AT HIS
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE THUNDER PROGRAM BELOW!
The TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) Thunder Program
is a Rush Soccer community-based recreational program specifically
designed to help athletes with physical and/or intellectual disabilities
participate in soccer. The purpose of the program is to promote a
healthy lifestyle and improve self-esteem by providing a rewarding
experience.
The Thunder program has been a part of Rush Soccer for many years
and continues to grow in popularity, bringing soccer to players who
refuse to let their challenges stop them from participating. Rush
Soccer is proud that 12 TOPSoccer programs are currently being
delivered around the country with the number expected to expand
this year. The long term vision is to have a Thunder program in every
Rush club across the nation, providing an unparalleled experience for
individuals with a disability to play soccer and an opportunity for the
soccer community to come together and make a difference in the lives
of all that participate.
Rush Soccer would like to thank all of the volunteers and coordinators
that make the Thunder program possible. If you have an interest in
becoming a volunteer or would like to start a program in your club,
please contact Rush National Director of TOPSoccer, Rick Smith at
rsmith@rushpikespeak.com.
RUSH THUNDER PROGRAM
CONTINUES TO GROW!
Rush Thunder Program
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