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The club's recreational coaching staff and players attended a very educational evening regarding the programs that Tom Byer has implemented across Asia and the world.

“It’s great to be partnering with the Dynamo Dash Youth to bring our 'Soccer Starts at Home' to the families throughout the Houston area. Our aim is to engage parents who in turn help their kids develop the basic building blocks before joining organized play in order to enjoy playing the game of Soccer.”  Tom Byer, Soccer Starts at Home.

“Having the opportunity to learn from Tom's knowledge & experience is something I was delighted to announce to our membership. I look forward to working with him again in the near future as we aim to serve the greater Houston area”  Marcus Watt, Director of Coaching - Recreational.  

Pictured above: Phil Ebner, Director of Coaching - Youth Academy, Tom Byer, Soccer Starts at Home, Marcus Watt, Director of Coaching - Recreational Program, Paul Holocher, Dynamo Academy Director, Simon Boddison, Director of Soccer Operations.

The Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club is the only club in Houston providing a full range of programming (boys / girls) with a complete pathway for the beginner through to the collegiate and professional levels.  Dynamo | Dash Youth exclusively offers soccer opportunities in the highest competitive youth league in the country - United States Soccer Development Academy.

“I'm looking forward to working with Deusdedit and having him directly coach our goalkeepers. It's a very important position on the field and we need to make sure that we have a highly qualified member of staff to take care of this program.  Deusdedit's former professional playing and coaching background speaks for itself and our players will greatly benefit from his education and experience."  Radojica Ristic, Director of Coaching - West.    

• River Bend Baptist Church, Fulshear, TX 

• Memorial Hermann Sports Park, Katy, TX

Questions?
Please contact Coach Radojica Ristic, Director of Coaching - West Program at rristic@dynamodashyouth.com

The Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club is the only club in Houston providing a full range of programming (boys / girls) with a complete pathway for the beginner through to the collegiate and professional levels.  Dynamo | Dash Youth exclusively offers soccer opportunities in the highest competitive youth league in the country - United States Soccer Development Academy.

The College Center is partnered with College Fit Finder.

Pictured above: Grace Seymour, U19 Girls Development Academy

"I'm incredibly grateful for the opportunity to learn and be molded by such an amazing coaching staff at the Houston Dash DA not only on the field, but off as well. I’d like to thank my family, teammates, and coaches for their continuous support and guidance throughout my recruiting process. I wouldn’t be the person and player I am today without their influence. HAIL STATE!"  Grace Seymour, Dash Development Academy U19 | Mississippi State University.

"Grace has excelled at the Development Academy level and it's fantastic news that she will be part of Mississippi State University Women's Soccer Program and play NCAA Div. I soccer.  The club is extremely proud of her accomplishment and wish her the very best in her future academic and athletic endeavors."  Randy Evans, Director of Coaching - Girls / U19 Dash DA Head Coach.

Pictured above: Surya Nero, Dash Frontier Development League '01 | Southern University and A&M College

"I'm excited to announce that I will be countinuing my athletic and academic career at Southern University and A&M College. I would like to thank my parents, coaches and teammates for supporting and pushing me to become the player that I am today." Surya Nero, Dash FDL 01.

"Surya has been outstanding player for our program and I am very excited for her to move onto college and play further.  She has worked tremendously hard and I look forward to following her progress over the next four years in college."  Darron Rush, Director of Coaching - Frontier Development League.

The club will continue to work with the remaining 2019 graduating class to solidify their placement in college throughout the Spring / Summer. Players graduating from the club have enjoyed tremendous success since 2006 competing in the variety of leagues the club has provided:  U.S. Development Academy, Elite Clubs National League, Frontier Player Development League, United Soccer Clubs Champions League, State Classic League and Eastern District Division 1.

This program is brought to you by:

The Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club is the only club in Houston providing a full range of programming (boys / girls) with a complete pathway for the beginner through to the collegiate and professional levels.  Dynamo | Dash Youth exclusively offers soccer opportunities in the highest competitive youth league in the country - United States Soccer Development Academy.

Immediate Release - Saturday, May 11, 2019

Over the last several weeks, the club’s leadership has been finalizing plans for the future. In particular, we have been evaluating our participation in the U.S. Club Soccer (USC) league. 

After serious consideration and evaluation, we have decided that it is in our club’s best interest to move away from USC and over to the South Texas Youth Soccer Association (STYSA). STYSA serves over 100,000 players in the South Texas region and is one of the U.S. Soccer Federation’s largest State Associations.

This move aligns with our club’s interests, core values, and mission going forward. Most importantly, it will serve as a positive improvement for our players. This will not have any effect on the quality coaching, first class facilities or the service to the membership. The change will be effective in the 2019 fall season.

This does not impact players at the U.S. Developmental Academy, Frontier Development League or the Recreational level as they do not compete in the USC. 

Since announcing our exclusive partnership with the Houston Dynamo and Dash two years ago, our club has flourished to become the leading choice for players, coaches, staff, and volunteers throughout Houston. We are the largest club with 7,500 players and membership growth of 66% since taking the field as the Dynamo | Dash Youth in the fall of 2017. We remain the only club in Houston to serve boys and girls of all skill levels, from recreational soccer to the prestigious U.S. Developmental Academy. 

Moving over to STYSA will best position and further strengthen the club for future growth. Our competitive players will now have the following benefits:

• Opportunity to positively impact the league and tournament environments for our players
• Options to play games closer to your community and on our “home” fields
• Increases the competition and ability level opportunities with new opponents and a wider variety of cup competitions
• Easier access to state, regional and national cup competitions
• The club will have greater control over the weekend schedule, fewer coaching conflicts and less travel time for families
• The club will have more player pass opportunities
• We would have the option to place some girls' teams to compete against boys’ teams at 10-13 years of age.
• Aligns league affiliation with Houston Dynamo Academy  

If you have any questions, please contact your Head Team Coach and/ or Director of Coaching. Our staff are very excited for the start of tryouts next week and will also be available to answer any additional questions or concerns from our membership.

Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to leading and serving the youth soccer community for the future.

Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club

Houston, Texas (May 10, 2019) – The Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club (HDDY), a nationally recognized premier soccer club for boys / girls is proud to announce a significant expansion in their Elite Player Pathway for the 2019/20 season.  Built upon the success of the Frontier Development League (FDL) and its counter parts around the country, the Development Player League (DPL) will allow for continued quality competition at the local and regional level.  Additionally, the expansion will provide inter-regional play and exclusive national events that significantly increase collegiate exposure for the players.

“The first year of the FDL has been a huge success for Houston Dash and clearly several of the nation’s top clubs share the vision.  Collaborating with other leading clubs from across the country allows us to create an enhanced competitive platform with additional opportunities to showcase our players for college coaches.”  Randy Evans – Girls Director of Coaching, Houston Dash Youth Soccer Club.  

Questions?

• Contact Gene Van Ness, Director of Coaching at gvanness@dynamodashyouth.com or call (713) 854-1150.

The Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club is the only club in Houston providing a full range of programming (boys / girls) with a complete pathway for the beginner through to the collegiate and professional levels.  Dynamo | Dash Youth exclusively offers soccer opportunities in the highest competitive youth league in the country - United States Soccer Development Academy.

Over 100 players were present in two training session slots for small sided games, soccer tennis, juggle club, vertical jump testing (ATH), raffle and give-a-ways!

Athletic Training + Health staff were also on site to provide education in regards to what services and programming will be provided within the new building.  

Pictured above:  11 vs. 11 full size state of the art floodlit outdoor all-weather field. 

This facility will be used by our members at DDY - West and the Development Academy Boys / Girls.

Raffle Winner (four tickets to a Dynamo home game)  - Antonio Ramirez, Dynamo 07 Orange West.  Congrats Antonio - enjoy the game!

“We're proud to be the training home of the Dynamo | Dash Youth organization in Katy. Their commitment to provide the best training and development resources for their players is evident in everything they do and this partnership is just the latest example. We're building on the long-standing integrated training partnership we have with the Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash and expanding that relationship to serve youth soccer throughout Houston.” Danny Cooper, Chief Strategy Officer.

Questions?  Please contact Radojica Ristic, Director of Coaching - West at rristic@dynamodashyouth.com

"One the goals of the club is to continue to upgrade and provide state of the art training facilities for our members and this brand new campus will be another exceptional resource for the club.  Starting in the Fall 2019, we look forward to providing new programs and services for our members residing in the surrounding communities aligning with our new partner group of Athlete Training + Health and Memorial Hermann."  Simon Boddison, Director of Soccer Operations, Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club.

The Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club is the only club in Houston providing a full range of programming (boys / girls) with a complete pathway for the beginner through to the collegiate and professional levels.  Dynamo | Dash Youth exclusively offers soccer playing opportunities in the highest competitive youth league in the country - United States Soccer Development Academy.

Houston, Texas (May 10, 2019) – The Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club (HDDY), a nationally recognized premier soccer club for boys / girls is very pleased to announce two further college commitments from the graduating class of 2019. The club has now placed thirty seven (37) student-athletes into college for this upcoming fall 2019 season.  The College Center is brought to you by College Fit Finder.

Pictured above: Luke Sims, Dynamo Woodlands 00/01 PA.

"I have been a part of the club since we wore Texas Rush kits sponsored by Nike. Whether wearing Rush blue or Dynamo orange, I have had Coach Nigel Vaughan holding me accountable for both my actions and responsibilities through persistent verbal motivation, shaping me into who I am today. I didn't know how much I had grown used to this until I chose a college squad with a coach exactly like him."  Luke Sims, Dynamo Woodlands 00/01 PA | Oxford College of Emory University.

Pictured above: Max Mouer, Dynamo Woodlands 00/01 PA.

"Joining Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club and playing for Nigel Vaughan was instrumental in helping me become the player I am today. Without the support of the club generally and Nigel specifically I do not believe I would now have this opportunity to play soccer at such a prestigious college." Max Mouer, Dynamo Woodlands 00/01 PA | Haverford College.

"I had the pleasure of coaching these two fine young men and see them develop into outstanding individuals who have very bright and exciting futures ahead of them.  They both committed to the task of working at their academic and athletic profiles which allowed them to be recruited and now will attend two prestigious academic institutions.   I wish them the very best in their future endeavors and I look forward to following them when competing at the next level."  Nigel Vaughan, Director of Coaching - Senior Boys.

The club will continue to work with the remaining 2019 graduating class to solidify their placement in college throughout the Spring / Summer. Players graduating from the club have enjoyed tremendous success since 2006 competing in the variety of leagues the club has provided:  U.S. Development Academy, Elite Clubs National League, Frontier Player Development League, United Soccer Clubs Champions League, State Classic League and Eastern District Division 1.

This program is brought to you by:

The Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club is the only club in Houston providing a full range of programming (boys / girls) with a complete pathway for the beginner through to the collegiate and professional levels.  Dynamo | Dash Youth exclusively offers soccer opportunities in the highest competitive youth league in the country - United States Soccer Development Academy.

A. The Houston Dynamo Academy is the professional youth academy of the Houston Dynamo of Major League Soccer. The Houston Dynamo Academy Foundation Phase - Catalyst Program is designed to bring an elite level development program and pathway to young players throughout Greater Houston.

“We believe strongly in the potential of the young players throughout Houston.  In coordination with the Dynamo / Dash Youth Soccer Club, our partners in development, we wanted to develop a program that truly put player development and learning as the top priority. The Houston Dynamo - Academy Foundation Phase - Catalyst Program will be a transformational program for both player and coach development.” 

“Houston’s large geographic size and population requires us to provide logistical solutions for families of young, motivated players. In the model of other top professional academies around the world, geographic training and development centers will help greatly reduce travel time and expense for our families.  It would provide a capacity for motivated and talented players to experience an elite and professional player pathway through a team of coaching staff with a proven development curriculum and programming. We couldn’t be more excited for the program.” Paul Holocher, Houston Dynamo, Academy Director.

“The development of the Catalyst Program is fundamental to our mission at the Houston Dynamo / Dash Youth Soccer Club. We believe in creating a true pathway from the grassroots to the professional game. This program will provide players from all over Houston an unparalleled level of opportunities! The Catalyst Program clearly demonstrates the level of collaboration between our Development Academy programs for the betterment of the game in Houston.  Last week both academies had two players, Cesar Cordova (Humble, TX) and Hans Leza (Houston, TX) represent our country and city with the U-15 United States Youth National Team.  This program will be the first step for the next generation!” Dave Dengerink, Dynamo Dash Youth Academy Director.

"We are extremely proud of the relationship that we’ve built with the Dynamo/Dash Youth club – and are both committed to working together to grow the game in our community.  The Catalyst Program is one of many initiatives we’ve partnered on – and we look forward to collaborating with DDY on many other initiatives in the coming years.” John Walker, Houston Dynamo and Houston Dash – President of Business Operations. 

Q. What are the age-categories of the Houston Dynamo - Academy Foundation Phase - Catalyst Program?

• The Foundation Phase is an important “golden age” of learning and the largest developmental phase in youth soccer. There are three age-categories in the Foundation Phase: U10 (2010), U11 (2009), U12 (2008). 

"The expansion of the Houston Dynamo Academy to north Houston is a terrific development for our club and city. By enhancing the technical relationship between the Houston Dynamo Academy and the Dynamo | Dash Youth we will be able to work and collaborate together on a day to day basis to better identify, develop and promote the most motivated and talented young players. We are thrilled to work with our colleagues at Dynamo | Dash Youth and Total Football Club to continue to grow the game across Houston and we look forward to starting in August." Justin Neese, Houston Dynamo Foundation Director.

Q. Where will the Houston Dynamo - Academy Foundation Phase - Catalyst Program Campuses be located in Houston and when will they start?

In the Fall of 2019, there will be five 'Foundation Phase' locations: 

Northwest Houston: 
Concordia Lutheran High School (700 E. Main, Tomball, 77375)

North: 
Bear Branch Soccer Complex (5205 Research Forest Dr. The Woodlands, Texas, 77381)

Northeast:
Holy Trinity Episcopal School (11810 Lockwood Road, Houston Texas, 77044)
XCEL Soccer Academy (4641 FM 1960 East, Humble, TX 77346)

Central:
Houston Sports Park (12131 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77045)

West:
Dalecrest Fields (9500 Dalecrest Dr, Houston, TX 77080)

Q. How will players be selected for the Houston Dynamo - Academy Foundation Phase - Catalyst Program?

• The joint programs will host several Talent ID days in the month of May and June 2019.  
• Player evaluations and placements will occur with the purpose to identify motivated and talented young players across the ages from U10 - U12 in the North Houston geographic region.
• Please click on the green tab at the bottom of the page. 

Q. What are the team and training fee costs associated with the program?

Each Foundation Phase Campus (North, Northwest, Northeast, West and South) operates under a similar model, also providing need-based scholarship opportunities.

• $2,165 training fee
• $175 uniform

Q.  What league will this program compete in?

• Texas Pre-Academy U12 League (2008 Birth Year)
• The league is an elite player development program and competition that is conducted and administered by USSSA on behalf of the 12 Texas Member Clubs.  This league has been created in order to provide a competitive programming schedule that is reflective of the needs of the players and clubs participating. 
• South Texas Youth Soccer Association (STYSA) - Dynamo | Dash League (U10 & U11, 2009 / 2010 Birth Year)

Q. Who will be staffing the North Programs?

Paul Holocher (Houston Dynamo Academy Director) and Dave Dengerink (Dynamo | Dash Academy Director) will select and oversee the technical staff.

Justin Neese (Foundation Director) will lead the program and the coaching staff will include; Cesar Gutierrez, Carl Fleming, Darron Rush, Alfredo Martinez, Rodolfo Castilla, John Shannon, Nidal Baba & Andy Hall.

 Q.  What are the Key Learning Objectives for the Foundation Phase - Catalyst Program?

• Cultivate a growth mindset and love of learning
• Teach the game in a positive and instructive way
• Teach the players to fall in love with the ball and be skillful
• Introduce and teach the club's game model 
• Implement our Methodology to the coaching staff and players
• Create video and film education and become a student of the game
• Inspire players to dream big and aspire to achieve high goals and expectations

Q.  What are the benefits of the Houston Dynamo Foundation Phase - Catalyst Program?

• Each Foundation campus will help to greatly reduce travel time and expense for families while providing the capacity for motivated young players to experience an elite and professional player pathway of the Houston Dynamo
• The Foundation Program will provide insightful, enthusiastic and systematic development, guided by a proven developmental philosophy and curriculum of the Houston Dynamo Academy
• Special futsal and ball mastery trainings will also be emphasized and utilized throughout the year
• Unique developmental opportunities to train at the Houston Sports Park (HSP), home of the Houston Dynamo first team.   This will include film learn and Pro-Time mentoring with current and former Houston Dynamo professional players.
• A full-time staff and ‘Team of Coaches’ working collaboratively to provide top level training and learning environments
• Players also have the opportunity to attend MLS only events such as the Generation Adidas - GA CUP U12 and other national and international opportunities that are part of the Houston Dynamo Academy Development plan.

Q.  How often will players train at the Foundation Phase Campus?

• Each Foundation Phase campus (Northwest, North, Northeast, South, West) will operate on similar developmental calendars and will typically train 3-4 days per week with weekend matches throughout the year

Q.  How much interaction will there be between the Foundation Phase Campuses?

• On a monthly basis, in addition to normal geographic campus training, special ‘combined sessions’ and ‘friendly matches’ will be held at the South campus - Houston Sports Park (HSP)  
• These specially designed training sessions will bring players together from each Foundation Phase campus to train and develop collectively with our coaching staff
• These sessions will typically take place two (2) times per month
• Other opportunities to train, develop and educate collectively will also take place throughout the year

Questions?

If you have any further questions about this new and exciting program, please contact the following Academy Directors:

Paul Holocher, Houston Dynamo Academy Director at pholocher@houstondynamo.com or call (713) 446 - 0087.   

Justin Neese, Foundation Director, Houston Dynamo Academy at jneese@houstondynamo.com or call (832) 312 - 7494.

Dave Dengerink, Houston Dynamo | Dash Academy Director at ddengerink@dynamodashyouth.com or call (757) 450 - 2862.

The Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club is the only club in Houston providing a full range of programming (boys / girls) with a complete pathway for the beginner through to the collegiate and professional levels.  Dynamo | Dash Youth exclusively offers soccer playing opportunities in the highest competitive youth league in the country - United States Soccer Development Academy.

The Houston Dynamo Academy is a program that seeks to be the benchmark in professional player development by providing the necessary resources, experiences, and structure needed to reach the highest level to motivated and talented 11 to 23 year old players from across the greater Houston area.

Houston, Texas (May 7, 2019) – The Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club (HDDY), a nationally recognized premier soccer club for boys / girls is excited to announce that Miguel Becerra has joined the club.  Miguel joins the coaching staff having coached for the Texans Soccer Club from 2013 - 2019 and will be working within the Boys Development Academy.    

Miguel is married to Veronica and has three (3) children, Miranda (age 12), Miguel (age 10) and Mathias (age 5). Miguel has an extensive coaching and playing background within the goalkeeping position having played as a professional player in La Liga MX for 14 years.

"I'm looking forward to the opportunity that the Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club has provided for my family. I am very excited to start working with the Development Academy players and provide GK coaching support throughout this area of the club."  Miguel Becerra, Dynamo | Dash Development Academy Staff/GK Coach.

Youth Coaching Background:

• Texans Soccer Club, TX - Director of Coaching - Goalkeeping / Staff Development Academy Coach (2013 - 2019)

Playing Background:

Education / Licensure:

• United States Soccer Federation 'B' License (2017)
• Mexico Professional Technical Director Coaching License - Mexican Federation Association (2011)

"I would like to welcome Miguel and his family to our club, we are excited to have him join our team.  Miguel brings with him extensive experience as a professional soccer player from Mexico in addition to being involved with the Houston youth soccer environment for the past five years.  Having coached in the north part of Houston, he'll be a great addition to the team to support our 2019-20 expansion plans."  Don Gemmell, Technical Director, Houston Dynamo | Youth Soccer Club.

The Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club is the only club in Houston providing a full range of programming (boys / girls) with a complete pathway for the beginner through to the collegiate and professional levels.  Dynamo | Dash Youth exclusively offers soccer playing opportunities in the highest competitive youth league in the country - United States Soccer Development Academy.

Houston, Texas (May 6, 2019) – The Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club (HDDY), a nationally recognized premier soccer club for boys / girls is excited to announce that Sandy Gbandi has joined the club.  Sandy joins the coaching staff having coached for the Texans Soccer Club from 2016 - 2019 and will be based in the Humble / Atascocita geographic areas of the club.  Sandy is married to Wilmary Echandy and has two children (Aleah - age 7; Marcellus - age 3).

"I'm looking forward to the opportunity that the Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club and Don Gemmell is providing for my family. I am very excited to start working with the coaching staff and players in the above communities both on and off the field and help further their personal soccer development."  Sandy Gbandi, Dynamo | Dash Staff Coach.

Youth / College Coaching Background:

• Texans Soccer Club Staff Coach, TX (2016 - 2019)
• University of Alabama - Birmingham, AL (2015)
• Hoover Soccer Club (2014)
• Albion Hurricanes FC, TX (2012 - 2014)
• White Bears Soccer Club / Saint Paul Academy, MN (2011 - 2012)

Playing Background:

• NSC Minnesota Stars NASL Champion 2012
• Puerto Rico Islanders USL Division 1 (USL Champions 2010 & 2011)
• Drafted by FC Dallas at the MLS Supplemental Draft (2007)
• University of Alabama - Birmingham (First Team All-Conference USA 2004, Second Team All-Conference USA 2005) 

Education / Licensure:

• University of Alabama at Birmingham (Bachelor of Arts in History, 2015)

"I would like to welcome Sandy and his family to our HDDY soccer club, we are excited to have him join our team.  Sandy brings with him extensive experience as a professional soccer player in addition to being involved with the Houston youth soccer environment for the past three years.  Having coached in the north part of Houston, he'll be a great addition to the team to support our 2019-20 expansion plans."  Don Gemmell, Technical Director, Houston Dynamo | Youth Soccer Club.

The Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club is the only club in Houston providing a full range of programming (boys / girls) with a complete pathway for the beginner through to the collegiate and professional levels.  Dynamo | Dash Youth exclusively offers soccer playing opportunities in the highest competitive youth league in the country - United States Soccer Development Academy.