Overview
RC Blues is a Youth select club program built on the long standing legacy of RC Lacrosse. RC Blues focuses on the Grade 4-8 levels, with the goal of developing young men capable of moving on to bigger challenges, whether that is the goal of playing Division 1 lacrosse, or simply becoming a more well rounded member of our community. During Spring we do encourage players to play with their local SDYLA community based rec programs & will hold training sessions on Sundays. All players must be current members of USA Lacrosse.
We develop well rounded young men and highly competitive lacrosse teams by:
Engaging in community service opportunities and leadership activities
Focusing on individual fundamental lacrosse skills and team concepts
Working on athleticism through Speed, Agility & Quickness training
RC Blues 2029 tryouts are Sunday, August 18 from 5:00-7:00pm in the TPHS Stadium. Tournament play will take place during the Fall/Winter and Summer. The detailed 2024-25 season schedule is below.
WHAT IS RC BLUES?
RC Blues is a Youth select club program built on the long standing legacy of RC Lacrosse. RC Blues focuses on the Grade 4-8 levels, with the goal of developing young men capable of moving on to bigger challenges, whether that is the goal of playing Division 1 lacrosse, or simply becoming a more well rounded member of our community.
RC Blues is a San Diego County program that organizes grade level teams capable of competing at the highest level club tournaments in the West. To provide consistency of coaching, the ability to learn at a more detailed level, and the ability to develop bonds with teammates, the RC Blues season is a 10 month program from October through July. This allows us to enter tournaments from Fall through Summer, while allowing each player time to complete in their local Spring community season.
Our teams are single grade specific although we do often have some 3rd graders play with our 4th grade team. We focus on developing players at specific positions, and building on the skills learned each year through the RC Blues’ curriculum and we attend elite level tournaments by grade with the goal of developing players capable of remaining together year to year.
THE RC BLUES PLAYER
- Hails from the San Diego County area, while being cognizant of other program’s needs, and limitation of geography on practice participation.
- Shows an aptitude for high-level lacrosse.
- Is interested in receiving and responding to direct, advanced coaching and feedback.
- Shows a love for the game.
- Is interested in growing as a young man, not just winning.
- Has parents who support the above.
RC BLUES GOALS
- Build on player’s current skill levels while also gaining a deeper understanding of the game.
- Focus on leadership, responsibility and team building to bring awareness to the importance of team play for success on and off the field.
- Cultivate the passion and respect for the game.
- Focus on fair play and good sportsmanship.
- Ensure players don’t lose track of the rewards of hard work….we will have fun!
WHAT MAKES RC BLUES DIFFERENT
- We play lacrosse the right way by focusing on discipline, sportsmanship, effort and fun.
- We have a club-wide curriculum that is built upon at each age group to help players excel at the next level.
- We learn about the game; its history, its players, and its culture.
- We do our best to accommodate interests and schedules outside of lacrosse.
- We do assign homework; practice drills, reading, and videos.
- We are player focused with detailed coaching around developing skills and understanding of specific playing positions.
- We will offer other non-lacrosse activities for team building (beach day, hiking, etc.)
- We work to keep costs down as much as possible by focusing on growing the game.
- We cultivate a culture of brotherhood, leadership, and enthusiasm.
Cost & Value
Cost
2024-25 Season fees are $2,575.
Also payable in 12 monthly installments of $225 (plus 5%) at registration then on the 1st of the month September 25′ – July 26′.
What's Included
- Elite coaching & mentorship
- Speed, Agility & Quickness training
- Team activities & volunteer projects
- Tournament entry fees
- Practice fields & team supplies
- Fall/Winter SWAG: Adrln shaft, game jersey, reversible jersey, shorts, shooter tee, jacket & socks.
- Spring/Summer SWAG: Adrln bag, lacrosse head, new game/practice shorts, tee shirt, hat & socks.
Coaches
Brian Brady
RC Blues & ENC San Crabs Coach
Cornell University
Greg Jackson
RC Blues & ENC Sand Crabs Coach
Penn State University
Alfonso Munoz
RC Blues & ENC Sand Crabs Coach
Salisbury University
Justin Nahama
RC Blues & CV Falcons Coach
Marist College
TRAVEL
Players are responsible for their own transportation and hotels for tournaments and most events have Stay To Play requirements. Hotel booking links will be circulated via email. All rooms are available on a first come first serve basis so make your reservation ASAP.
Schedule
2024-2025 Fall/Winter
Schedule details are subject to change. Once teams are selected the most current & accurate schedule will be updated in TeamSnap.
- 10/6 (Sun) Practice 4:30-6:30pm @ Torrey Pines HS
- 10/13 (Sun) Practice 4:30-6:30pm @ Torrey Pines HS
- 10/20 (Sun) Practice, 2:00-4:00pm @ Coronado HS
- 10/26-10/27 (Sat-Sun) 1020 OCTOBERFEST SUPERSIXES @ SoCal Sports Park (Oceanside, CA)
- 11/3 (Sun) Practice, 4:30-6:30pm @ Torrey Pines HS
- 11/5 (Tues) Practice, 6:00-8:00pm @ Ocean Air Rec
- 11/9-11/10 (Sat-Sun) LEGENDS FALL CLASSIC @ Silver Lakes Sports Park (Norco, CA)
- 11/12 (Tues) Practice, 6:00-8:00pm @ Ocean Air Rec
- 11/17 (Sun) Practice, 2:00-4:00pm @ Coronado HS
- 11/19 (Tues) Practice, 6:00-8:00pm @ Ocean Air Rec
- 11/24 (Sun) Practice, 4:30-6:30pm @ Torrey Pines HS
- 11/26 (Tues) Practice, 6:00-8:00pm @ Ocean Air Rec
- 12/1 (Sun) Practice, 2:00-4:00pm @ Coronado HS
- 12/3 (Tues) Practice, 6:00-8:00pm @ Ocean Air Rec
- 12/8 (Sun) Practice, 4:30-6:30pm @ Torrey Pines HS
- 12/10 (Tues) Practice, 6:00-8:00pm @ Ocean Air Rec
- 12/15 (Sun) Practice, 4:30-6:30pm @ Torrey Pines HS
- 12/17 (Tues) Practice, 6:00-8:00pm @ Ocean Air Rec
- 12/21-12/22 (Sat-Sun) ADRLN WINE COUNTRY CLASSIC @ Galway Downs (Temecula, CA)
- 12/29 (Sun) Practice, 2:00-4:00pm @ Coronado HS
- 1/2 (Thur) Practice, 4:30-6:30pm @ Torrey Pines HS
- 1/4-1/5 (Sat-Sun) ADRLN CHALLENGE @ Surf Cup Sports Park (Del Mar, CA)
2024 SUMMER SCHEDULE (LAST SUMMER – FOR REFERENCE ONLY)
- 4/14 (Sun) Spring Training, 3:00-5:00pm @ TPHS Stadium
- 4/21 (Sun) Spring Training, 3:00-5:00pm @ Coronado HS
- 4/28 (Sun) Spring Training, 3:00-5:00pm @ TPHS Stadium
- 5/5 (Sun) Spring Training, 3:00-5:00pm @ Coronado HS
- 5/19 (Sun) Spring Training, 1:00-3:00pm @ TPHS Stadium
- 5/28 (Tues) Practice, 6:00-7:30pm @ Carmel Del Mar Elementary
- 5/30 (Thur) Practice, 6:00-7:30pm @ Carmel Del Mar Elementary
- 6/1-6/2 (Sat-Sun) SOCAL SUMMER KICKOFF @ OC Great Park (Irvine, CA)
- 6/4 (Tues) Practice, 6:00-7:30pm @ Carmel Del Mar Elementary
- 6/6 (Thur) Practice, 6:00-7:30pm @ Carmel Del Mar Elementary
- 6/11 (Tues) Practice, 6:00-7:30pm @ Carmel Del Mar Elementary
- 6/13 (Thur) Practice, 6:00-7:30pm @ Carmel Del Mar Elementary
- 6/15-6/16 (Sat-Sun) AMERICA’S FINEST RIVALRY @ Rancho Bernardo or Del Norte HS (San Diego, CA)
- 6/18 (Tues) Practice, 6:00-7:30pm @ Carmel Del Mar Elementary
- 6/20 (Thur) Practice, 6:00-7:30pm @ Carmel Del Mar Elementary
- 6/25 (Tues) Practice, 6:00-7:30pm @ Carmel Del Mar Elementary
- 6/28-6/30 (Fri-Sun) PARK CITY SHOWDOWN @ (Park City, UT)
