#PATH2PRO | OUR PLAYER PATHWAY
From First Kick
to the Pro Game
Flatirons Rush has a developmental partnership with Flatirons FC. Together they give players a clear path, from their first recreational season to college and pre-professional soccer.
THE PATHWAY AT A GLANCE
Every Step Leads Up
THE PLAYER PATHWAY
Every Stage Builds on the Last
The foundation of the pathway. Players are introduced to the game, learn the basic skills and build a love for soccer in a fun, supportive environment that focuses on our core values and gives every child an equal opportunity.
LEARN MORE →Still developmental, and the first time players are placed on teams based on skill level. An exciting and important step in a young player's journey.
LEARN MORE →The last critical developmental years before the USL programs. Players receive top-level coaching and prepare for the 11v11 game. Selection is based on skill level, and from 6th grade players can attend the Flatirons Soccer School in Superior, Colorado.
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Flatirons FC high school boys compete in the UPSL Academy division, with a game-focused schedule, national exposure and a clear entry point into the Flatirons FC pathway. Tryouts are invitation only.
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The top of the youth pathway. Players train to USL Academy standards with world-class coaching and professional scheduling, travel and compete internationally, and are seen by professional scouts and college coaches. The annual USL Academy Cup is a season highlight.
REQUEST AN INVITE →STAGE 6 • FLATIRONS FC
The Pre-Professional Level
Flatirons FC fields teams in USL League Two and the USL W League, two of the top pre-professional leagues in America, with a focus on player development and a path to the pro game.

A leading pre-professional league in the U.S. and Canada, giving players an elite platform to train and compete at a high level while keeping their college eligibility.
VISIT USL LEAGUE TWO →
A national platform that uses women's soccer to expand opportunity, gender equity and career development, with member clubs committed to growing the women's game.
VISIT USL W LEAGUE →WHERE FLATIRONS FC COMPETES





READY FOR THE NEXT STEP?
Start Your Path to Pro
Request a USL Academy tryout invitation, or reach out and we'll help you find the right stage.
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