activities · 7
what they do
direct service · 5
- Conduct Player Health and Wellness Programs Youth Health & Wellness Through Physical ActivityConducts a monthly Player Health & Wellness program focused on specific health topics for youth soccer players and produces educational video content on related health topics.
- Facilitate International Soccer Training and Competition ExperiencesOrganizes international trips for youth teams to Spain, England, Wales, and Portugal for training at professional club facilities (e.g., Real Madrid City, Finch Farm, SL Benfica) and competition in tournaments like the IberCup, as well as attendance at professional matches.
- Operate Youth Competitive Soccer Programs Youth Competitive Soccer ProgramsRuns a competitive soccer program with over 3,000 boys and girls participating annually on more than 200 teams in local, regional, and national leagues, events, and tournaments.
- Operate Youth Recreational Soccer Programs Youth Competitive Soccer ProgramsOperates a recreational soccer program with annual participation of over 5,000 children in in-house, Fall, and Spring leagues across six geographic regions in Arizona.
- Provide Financial Assistance for Youth Soccer Participation Athletic Participation Financial AidProvides financial assistance for player scholarships, field rental, equipment, and club fees through Phoenix Rising FC Youth Soccer Charities and Player Assistance Programs, offering up to 100% relief for club fees and registration fees for both competitive and recreational players.
capacity building · 2
- Conduct Leadership and Education Initiatives Youth Sports Coach Training & DevelopmentConducts periodic leadership initiatives that include coach education, player leadership modules and education, and parent education.
- Develop and Support Coaching Staff Youth Sports Coach Training & DevelopmentProvides a comprehensive online playbook with periodized training sessions, detailed drills, video tutorials, and support materials for coaching staff, and hosts two annual club-wide training events with expert speakers and workshops.
strategies · 7
how they think
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- Conditional and needs-based financial aid model conditional financial aidCombines merit and need in financial aid decisions by requiring competitive placement, registration fees, volunteer hours, GPA maintenance, and verified income documentation.
- Development-first approach to youth soccer development-first approachThe organization prioritizes long-term athlete growth over immediate competitive success, structuring programs to prepare players for future stages in their soccer and personal development journeys.
- Holistic youth development through sport holistic_youth_development_through_sportUses soccer as a vehicle to develop the whole athlete by integrating character, teamwork, commitment, self-confidence, and core values like Trust, Resilience, and Courage into programming.
- International exposure for player development player development through international exposureEnhances player growth by exposing youth athletes to diverse playing styles, cultures, and environments through international travel opportunities.
- Preventive health education integrated with sports preventive_health_educationPromotes youth wellness through monthly, topic-based health education led in partnership with medical professionals, focusing on injury prevention and awareness such as back injuries in soccer.
- Structured player development pathway to elite and professional levels player development pathwayProvides a clear progression from regional play to elite leagues and professional environments, including participation in the MLS Academy Program and a "Pathway to Pro" for top-tier talent.
- Supportive staff development and advancement culture staff_support_and_developmentFosters staff growth through financial support for coaching education, internal promotion opportunities, and a nurturing work environment to ensure long-term staff success.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
International Experience Program
Provides youth teams with opportunities to travel internationally for training and competition, exposing players to different styles of play, environments, and cultures.
MLS NEXT Homegrown Program
Develops top youth players within the national team scouting pathway, providing opportunities for U.S. Soccer Identification Events and international competition.
Pathway to Pro
Offers elite young players opportunities to train and compete within a professional environment, including USL Academy contracts and exposure to the Phoenix Rising FC professional team.
Player Health & Wellness Program
Focuses on various health topics relevant to young athletes, including injury prevention (e.g., back injuries in soccer), academic navigation, and managing technology addiction.
relationships · 35
who they work with
- Adidas Partner — Uniform Partner
- Banner Health Partner — Competitive Title Partner
- Bay FC Partner — Hosts identification events for elite youth players from Phoenix Rising FC for evaluation by professional club staff.
- Bay FC Partner — Invited three players from Phoenix Rising FC's ECNL 2011 Girls team to an Identification Event.
- CD Cobeña Partner — Competed against the 2010 Girls NL Club Premier team in Madrid.
- CD Cobeña Partner — Phoenix Rising FC Youth team competed against them in Madrid.
- CF Belenenses Partner — Competed against the 2010 and 2011 MLS NEXT Homegrown teams in the IberCup.
- CF Belenenses Partner — Phoenix Rising FC Youth teams competed against their academy in the IberCup.
- Carvana Partner — Transport Partner
- Elite Clubs National League Network — Member for boys and girls teams.
- Elite Clubs National League Partner — Member of the Elite Clubs National League for boys and girls competitive programs.
- Everton FC Partner — Phoenix Rising FC Youth team trained at their Finch Farm training ground.
- Everton FC Partner — Provided training facilities (Finch Farm) for the 2011 Boys NL Club Premier team.
- Flint Partner — Cosmetics Partner
- Kona Ice Partner — Snack Sponsor
- Le Havre AC Partner — Competed against the 2010 and 2011 MLS NEXT Homegrown teams in the IberCup.
- Le Havre AC Partner — Phoenix Rising FC Youth teams competed against their academy in the IberCup.
- MLS Academy Program Network — Founding member.
- MLS Academy Program Partner — Founding member of the MLS Academy Program.
- Max Shacknai Invitational Partner — Tournament Naming Rights Partner
- Phoenix Children’s Hospital Partner — Collaborates with medical experts from Phoenix Children’s Hospital for player health education
- Phoenix Children’s Hospital Partner — Dr. Greg White, Director of the Center for Spine Care at the hospital, was featured in a video interview for the Player Health & Wellness program.
- Phoenix Rising FC Partner — Provides coaching staff with opportunities to observe and work with the first team and offers complimentary tickets to professional games.
- RCD Espanyol Partner — Phoenix Rising FC Youth team trained with them and watched their women's first team train.
- RCD Espanyol Partner — Provided training for the 2010 Girls NL Club Premier team in Barcelona.
- Real Madrid City Partner — Phoenix Rising FC Youth team trained at their facility in Valdebebas, Spain.
- Real Madrid City Partner — Provided training facilities for the 2010 Girls NL Club Premier team in Valdebebas, Spain.
- Riester Partner — Branding and Marketing Partner
- SL Benfica Partner — Phoenix Rising FC Youth teams trained at their facilities in preparation for the IberCup.
- SL Benfica Partner — Provided training facilities for the 2010 and 2011 MLS NEXT Homegrown teams in Portugal.
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