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Everton FC Soccer School | July 21–25 at Burns Park
We’re thrilled to host the Everton FC Soccer School bringing world-class curriculum, coaching, and energy to Central Arkansas. This camp is a chance for players to immerse themselves in professional-level sessions that sharpen key skills like finishing, passing, receiving, and movement.
Everton’s “Six Brilliant Basics” model focuses on excellence in technique and decisionmaking, and players leave with more confidence, sharper skills, and lasting memories.
Arkansas Rising Training Camp | June 9–13 at Burns Park
Unleash creativity and compete with joy.
This traditional-style week-long camp is all about keeping kids engaged through a blend of structured skill-building and street soccer-style freedom. Players will work on foot skills, 1v1s, game awareness, and movement all while having fun. Morning and evening sessions are available to accommodate family schedules. It’s a great fit for players who want to elevate their game in a fast-paced, supportive environment.
Playmaker Skills Program | Weekly in June & July – Multiple Locations
This weekly evening program offers consistent technical reps and confidence-building activities, perfect for both recreational and academy-level players. Focused on ball mastery, finishing, and 1v1 play, each hour-long session is designed to help players keep growing without overwhelming their summer.
Available in Maumelle, Riverdale, Burns Park, and Natural Steps.
No matter your child’s level or summer schedule, there’s a camp at Arkansas Rising that fits. Let’s make this summer one where they grow in the game—and love it more than ever.
I N F O R M A T I O N
Arkansas Rising is proud to be the state’s premier soccer club offering a full development pathway from recreational play to elite regional and national competition. We’re members of the Arkansas Soccer Association, and the only club in the state to offer ECNL platforms for both our boys and girls programs.
As we look ahead at the upcoming season, now is the time to secure your player’s spot. Tryouts offer your player a chance to join a competitive team. Even if you are unsure about the commitment, we recommend registering and attending our tryouts since they only are offered once a year. 2
TRYOUTDATES
1 6 ) & 2 0 1 1 ( F i e l d 1 5 ) : 5 : 3 0 P M
2 0 1 0 ( F i e l d 1 5 ) & 2 0 0 9 ( F i e l d 1 7 ) & 2 0 0 7 / 0 8 ( F i e l d 1 6 ) : 7 : 0 0 P M
2 0 1 2 - 2 0 0 7 B O Y S : J u n e 3 , 4 , 5
2 0 1 2 ( F i e l d 5 ) & 2 0 1 1 ( F i e l d 6 ) : 5 : 3 0 P M
2 0 1 0 ( F i e l d 7 ) & 2 0 0 9 ( F i e l d 8 ) & 2 0 0 7 / 0 8 ( F i e l d 5 ) : 7 : 0 0 P M
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R E C R E A T I O N A L U P D A T E S
Thank you for a fantastic 2025 spring season! From rainy match days to tournament memories, the energy, support, and effort have been off the charts. We’re proud of every team, every coach, and every sideline cheer.
As we prepare for the upcoming fall season, Arkansas Rising is actively seeking passionate, purpose-driven coaches to lead our youngest pre-competitive players in the Rising Academy. We are looking for coaches for both the 2017 and 2016 girls’ and boys’ teams.
Academy coaches play a vital role in helping children fall in love with the game of soccer while learning its fundamentals the right way. Coaches are responsible for leading two weekday training sessions at a location and time that works for them, and one combined Sunday Academy session at Burns Park. Each team plays local matches on the weekend, and coaches are supported with club-provided session plans, technical guidance, and a collaborative team culture.
To coach in the Academy, you’ll need to complete 2 short US Soccer Grassroots Licenses (a 4v4 pre-requisite and 7v7 formats) beginning with a free online introduction course at learning.ussoccer.com. These licenses are tailored to coaches working with 8–10-year-olds and focus on how to build sessions that are engaging, fun, and developmentally appropriate. Arkansas Rising will reimburse all required license costs and yes, you can coach your own child’s team.
This is a paid coaching position. In addition to compensation, coaches receive access to club training resources, direct mentorship from experienced technical staff, and reimbursement of their child’s registration fee following completion of SafeSport, Heads Up Concussion Training, and a background check.
You can fill out the interest form at arkansasrising.org or reach out directly to Sean Dunbar at sean@arkansasrising.org.
Some quotes to summarize the trip included the following:
“This trip was awesome. Getting to see all the different stadiums where the pros play, warm up, and get ready for their games was super cool... I really hope I get the chance to go again!”
Ryker Boswell, Rising 2011 ECRL
“It was a privilege to go overseas to compete against local clubs. Also, getting to see a professional match and the speed of the game was amazing. ”
Drew Marquez, Rising 2011 ECRL
“This trip was an incredible opportunity to compete at a high level against top-tier teams that have an unbelievable passion for the game. ”
Megan Marquez, Rising 2011 ECRL
“Watching Ryker’s years of hard work and dedication come to life on an international stage was something I’ll never forget... This trip was a gift, and I’m forever grateful to have shared it with Ryker ”
Jessica Boswell, 2011 ECRL Parent
“To see our boys’ faces light up watching some of their favorite professional players at Wembley Stadium was absolutely priceless! We made memories of a lifetime. ”
Nicolette Walker, 2011 ECRL Parent
“Standing in Anfield, the club I have supported from afar since i was our players’ age, the year Liverpool lift the title, imagining ‘You’ll Never Walk
Alone’ echo through the stadium was bucket list stuff ”
Sean Dunbar, Staff Coach
“I thought this trip was an incredible opportunity for our kids not just as players, but as people They deepened friendships, built trust, and gained a greater respect for one another. ”
Nick Boswell, 2011 ECRL Parent
“We left for the UK as a team with uncertai returned home as a family with strength, purpose. ”
Shared by multiple 2011 ECRL families
Beyond the pitch, the cultural experiences meaningful. From walking the historic stree London and Chester to singing with 80,00 Wembley, our players saw firsthand the po to connect and inspire.This trip was more t competition. It was a reminder of why we lead, and why we continue to grow togeth
