Welcome to Columbus United
Competitive Soccer
2009-2010
Boys Competitive Soccer
Girls Competitive Soccer
U10, U12, U14, U16, U18
U10, U12, U14, U16, U18
General
Information
Columbus United is
CLRA's Division II competitive soccer club. The primary goal
of Division II soccer is player development and challenging the player
to become better. This is pursued through enhanced skills training,
challenging conditioning, and wider competition. Every player
registered for CLRA and Caledonia recreational leagues is eligible
for United. Players may register
online at clra.net or in person at the CLRA office at Propst Park.
Competition
United is a competitive
soccer club. Typically teams will play 25-30 matches in a combination
of intra-city competition and tournaments. Matches are played against
teams from Starkville, Saltillo, Oxford, Greenville, and many other
cities. Teams participate in three tournaments as well as the President's
Cup (the state championship.) See calendar for details. Columbus
also hosts Spring Friends and Family Day, a series of matches over
two days. Individual teams can choose to compete in additional
tournaments at their own expense as long as it does not conflict with
arranged match play.
Other Activities
United offers players and their families a wide range
of activities for player development and fun. Fundraising helps provide
resources for players to attend summer camps and coaches to gain further
expertise and license. An end of the year banquent, attendance at
NCAA matches, cookouts, and raffles are just part of being a part of Columbus
United.
Coaches and Practice
Every coach is certified, and coaches are encouraged
to continue training and gain additional license. In the spring,
Tuesday night is set aside for Division II practice. Coaches can have
additional practices and training sessions. Coaches are responsible
for picking assistants, determining rosters and playing time, and keeping
players and their families fully informed of schedules, expectations,
and team rules.
Equipment
A complete match kit (jersey, shorts, and matching socks)
is provided. Players must
provide shin guards and cleats. Teams will decide if a team bag
is purchased for competitions.
Cost & Final Rosters
United registration
is $100 for U10/U12 players who have already registered for recreational
soccer.
United registration is $125 for U14- U18 players, these players will be
registered with MSA by CLRA.
The fee includes:
- equipment as described above
- registration with MSA
- player travel passes
- Registration to three tournaments
and the President's Cup
- referee fees for all home matches
- United provides a tremendous
value for the cost.
- Players & their families are
responsible for the cost of travel.
April 1st is the state roster date when
team rosters for competition after that time are finalized.
Some players may not be chosen for that final roster. However, every
player will see competition prior to that date.