Reigning champs, Kansas Rush, led by Head Coach Noah Parker, went into the finals with a target on their back and defended their title for a second year in a row. Built on the dual pillars of accountability and respect for the game and every opponent, Parker calls it “This team is built on the dual pillars of accountability and respect for the game and every opponent we face, and those values shaped our identity from start to finish.” He added, “That championship DNA showed in the final, when the players came from behind twice and still found the belief to finish the job in overtime.”
This postseason, Rush sent 26 teams to the ECNL and ECNL RL playoffs, producing 5 finalists and 3 champions:
From Playoff contenders to national champions, Rush Nation proves once again that we don’t just show up, we raise the standard. For us, success in these leagues isn’t just about winning; it’s about proving that our style of play, our values, and our culture not only compete, but excel on the biggest stage.
The Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) and ECNL Regional League (ECNL RL) represent the highest standards of youth soccer in the United States, bringing together top teams from across the country to compete in an environment built for player development, competition, and exposure. For Rush Soccer, success in these leagues isn’t just about winning; it’s about proving that our style of play, our values, and our culture can not only compete, but excel on the biggest stage.
