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New Mexico Rapids SC

Albuquerque, NM

About the Club

New Mexico Rapids SC is a non-profit youth soccer club operating in Albuquerque and the surrounding communities of New Mexico. The club has served the area since 2001, establishing itself as New Mexico's premier youth soccer organization. A key distinguishing feature is its focus on individual player development alongside team success, fostering a "Home for Every Player" environment that accommodates all skill levels from beginner to advanced. The club benefits from knowledgeable staff and support from the Colorado Rapids professional team front office. New Mexico Rapids SC offers competitive programs for both boys and girls, participating in top leagues such as the Girls Academy (GA), Girls DPL, Boys ECNL, Boys EA, and the USYS National League Desert Conference. They also compete locally in the Duke City Soccer League.

Age Groups

U5
U6
U7
U8
U9
U10
U11
U12
U13
U14
U15
U16
U17
U18
U19

Programs

Boys
Girls
Travel
Programs & Cost / Fee Struture

* Cost information is not official and is for reference only. Please visit the club's official website or contact the club directly for more information.

ECNL

Age Group: U13-U19

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: Not Specified

ECNL RL

Age Group: U13-U19

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: Not Specified

DPL

Age Group: U13-U19

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: Not Specified

Youth Academy

Age Group: U5-U8

Commitment: Full Year (Fall & Spring)

Club Fee: $235

NM Rapids Starters

Age Group: U5-U8 (4-8 years old)

Commitment: 8 Week Session

Club Fee: $175

Soccer School (One Day/Week)

Age Group: 2-4 years old

Commitment: 6 Consecutive Weeks

Club Fee: $120

Soccer School (Two Days/Week)

Age Group: 2-4 years old

Commitment: 6 Consecutive Weeks

Club Fee: $230

Soccer School (Drop-in)

Age Group: 2-4 years old

Commitment: Per Session

Club Fee: $25

Duke City Soccer League (DCSL) Fee (U9 and up)

Age Group: U9 and up

Commitment: Full Year

Club Fee: $105

Scholarship Program

Age Group: All eligible players

Commitment: Varies

Club Fee: Program Partially Funded

Locations, Fields, & Facilities
ADO Park
Aztec Park
Balloon Fiesta Park
Bernalillo Soccer Complex
The Center (East & West Fields) - Indoor Facility, 4425 Prospect Ave. NE, Suite B & C, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110
Location Map

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