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Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign 2022

Posted on August 29, 2022 BY Simon Boddison

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The club's 11th annual Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign organized by the Houston Dash Academy kicks off on September 1 with 1,600 pink shirts going on sale across the club. The program is brought to you by Hunter Family Orthodontics. Last year, the campaign provided resources for the Girls Academy Program (GA / GA2) and a generous donation of $10,000 to In The Pink of Health / Memorial Hermann Foundation.

Over $80K has been donated to local charities since inception of the program in 2012, with more than 10,000 pink shirts sold and worn in the local community.

Quick Facts:

  • $30 per shirt purchased through PlayMetrics - CLICK HERE!
  • Shirts can be worn by players (boy & girl) during their first training session of the week and as a warm-up training shirt for games throughout October.
  • Questions - contact the Breast Cancer Awareness lead of your program.

"We look forward to another very successful Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign that will not only support the Houston Dash Academy, but also a local charity that provides support and resources to those fighting breast cancer," said Marcus Watt, Girls Academy Head Coach / BCA Director. "It's a program that continually grows each year and has become a very important part of our club by reinforcing our core value of service. I would like to thank all the players, parents, coaching staff, team managers, and volunteers for their support and look forward to seeing all the pink shirts on the fields in the month of October."

Breast Cancer Awareness Director - Coach Marcus Watt, mwatt@dynamodashyouth.com

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS CAMPAIGN - CLICK HERE!

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Clinic Contact Information:
Email: info@hunterfamilyortho.com
Phone: (281) 298-0000
Address: 6704 Sterling Ridge Dr. Suite B, The Woodlands, Texas 77382.

 

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PNC Partnership 2022-2023

Posted on August 25, 2022 BY Simon Boddison

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The club is very excited announce PNC Bank as the official banking partner of the Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club.  With thirty three branches within Houston, PNC will be partnering with two of our small-sided tournaments in The Woodlands: The 3v3 Winterblast and 3v3 Turf Cup. PNC will be supporting Houston's #1 3v3 tournament series which caters for over 400 teams in December and April that will be hosted at Bear Branch soccer complex in The Woodlands, TX.  

“PNC is committed to being Houston’s Main Street Bank, which means we are committed to meeting the unique needs of the communities where we live, work and play,” said Julie Young Sudduth, PNC regional president for Houston. “Supporting the youth in our community is one of the ways that we demonstrate that commitment, and I couldn’t think of a better way to do so than by supporting the Houston Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club. We are looking forward to a successful season with the club.”

"As our official club banking partner, we are excited about growing our relationship with PNC Bank over the next year within our local soccer community." said Simon Boddison, DDY Director of Soccer Operations. "PNC is a first class banking institution within the Houston marketplace and we look forward to this valued partnership supporting our 3v3 tournament series along with other activities throughout the year."

About PNC Bank:

PNC Bank, National Association, is a member of The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: PNC). PNC is one of the largest diversified financial services institutions in the United States, organized around its customers and communities for strong relationships and local delivery of retail and business banking including a full range of lending products; specialized services for corporations and government entities, including corporate banking, real estate finance and asset-based lending; wealth management and asset management. For information about PNC, visit www.pnc.com.PNC BANK INFORMATION - CLICK HERE!


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NWSL Veteran Joins coaching Staff

Posted on August 22, 2022 BY Simon Boddison

 

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The club is excited to announce that Cami Privett, former Houston Dash professional standout player, has joined the GA2 coaching staff for the 2022-23 season. Cami played college soccer at the University of California, Irvine from 2011-2014. Following her collegiate competition, Cami competed in five professional clubs over the next six years, including the Houston Dash (NWSL), Logrono, Spain, and at Kolbotn, Norway. Cami will lead and coach three teams for the year. 

“I’ve always had an amazing experience within the Dash organization, so I’m excited to continue my career as a coach. I'm excited to help develop these girls into amazing players and young adults," said Cami Privett, GA2 South Head Coach.

“Cami’s long professional career, primarily with the Dash, enabled her to gain a great knowledge and understanding of the game at a very high level," said Randy Evans, Dash Director. "She has proven to be a terrific coach but even a better role model for these players. We are excited to add Cami to our GA2 South program.”

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Summer Soccer Camps 2022

Posted on August 08, 2022 BY Simon Boddison

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We proudly have just completed another year of our extensive summer camp program, offering soccer opportunities for players through the months of June – August. We believe that year-round soccer is crucial for the development of our players.  The summer camp program is the entry level of the club's developmental pathway. This season, our program was made possible by the sponsorship and support of Raising Cane's.

During the summer of 2022, we offered fifty five (55) camps for 2,000 players, aged 3-18, at nine (9) different locations. We had the following personalized programs - Mini-Kickers, World Cup, Summer Skills, Strikers vs. Keepers, Goalkeeper and Adaptive / Special Needs. The registration for our Fall 2022-Spring 2023 Thanksgiving, Winter and Spring Break camps will open on September 1.  

This year’s summer camp program was our biggest in DDY history. "I would like to thank all the players, parents, coaches, volunteers and the administrative team who helped make this year of summer camps the most successful yet with record-breaking numbers in attendance," said Stuart Taylor, Summer Camps Director. "It was great to see so many returning players, as well as, players trying soccer for the very first time. We can’t wait to see you at another camp soon!”

"I'd like to thank Raising Cane's support for this year's camp program," said Simon Boddison, Director of Soccer Operations.  "They are a partner that understands and appreciates the importance of youth sports and the positive role that it plays within the local community," 

The DDY program offers individualized attention, world-class coaching, and access to the best youth soccer facilities in Houston. We are proudly ranked #1 in the country in college commitments for both girls and boys divisions having placed three hundred and five (305) players on to college rosters with scholarships since 2017.  Register for a DDY Recreational Soccer Program near you by August 30th, 2022 to confirm your spot and secure placement on a fun, successful soccer team for the fall season.  Don't miss out on all the excitement, register NOW! 

RECREATIONAL REGISTRATION - CLICK HERE!

CAMP INFORMATION - CLICK HERE!

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DICK'S Sporting Goods Partnership 2022

Posted on August 01, 2022 BY Simon Boddison

 

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We are very excited to announce our latest partnership with DICK'S Sporting Goods for the 2022-23 season. DICK’S offers online shopping across the country and thirteen (13) physical stores within the Houston area. DICK'S will be partnering with two of our small-sided tournaments in Beaumont: The Thanksgiving Classic 5v5 Tournament, and our brand new 3v3 annual tournament beginning in January 2023.  We will be partnering with DICK’S to promote certain weekend exclusive shop dates throughout the year, allowing the club's members to shop with discounted rates for all purchases.  Our first DICK’S discount date will be the weekend of August 5-8, 2022.

“We are happy to support DynamoDash Youth Soccer Club through this partnership,” said Aaron Pisk, the Houston Community Marketing Manager at DICK’S. “We are passionate about assisting young athletes and their families as they gear up for their upcoming season.”

"This new partnership is a perfect fit for our entire membership who participate in multiple sports and outdoor activities." said Simon Boddison, DDY Director of Soccer Operations. "The ability to order online or purchase in-store at a discount will benefit our families all around the city. DICK'S Sporting Goods has an wide collection of sports equipment with first class customer service, and we look forward to this valued partnership."

About The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation

The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation is a tax exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation with a mission to inspire and enable sports participation. It was created by DICK’S Sporting Goods as a private corporate foundation to support DICK’S charitable and philanthropic activities. Driven by its belief that sports make people better, The DICK’S Foundation champions youth sports and provides grants and support to under-resourced teams and athletes through its Sports Matter program and other community-based initiatives. Additional information about The DICK’S Foundation can be found on sportsmatter.org and on Facebook, Twitterand Instagram.

DICK'S SPORTING GOODS INFORMATION - CLICK HERE!

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Hunter Family Orthodontics Sponsors Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign 2022

Posted on July 29, 2022 BY Simon Boddison

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The club is very excited to announce that its annual Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign led by the Girls Academy will be brought to you by Hunter Family Orthodontics.  The money raised will help to support the Girls Academy Program, plus a yearly donation will also be provided to a local breast cancer charity.

The club has produced a pink shirt that will be sold to all members, family members and supporters in September / October. This shirt can be worn by any player (boy or girl) at their first training session of the week and during the warm-up before any game in October (International Breast Cancer Awareness Month).

"It is such an honor and a privilege to be a part of the Breast Cancer Awareness campaign with the Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club,” said Dr. Ross Hunter of Hunter Family Orthodontics. “The players do a fantastic job of raising awareness throughout the month of October in our community. My mother is fortunately a breast cancer survivor, so it brings me great joy to see all the pink shirts being worn by the athletes, knowing that some of the proceeds go towards finding a cure!”

"On behalf of the club, I would like to personally thank Dr. Ross Hunter and Hunter Family Orthodontics for renewing their support for this year's Breast Cancer Awareness campaign," said Simon Boddison, DDY Director of Soccer Operations.  "It's a program that continually grows each year and has become a very important part of our annual club programming. We look forward to working with Hunter Family Orthodontics over the next 12 months as we elevate our joint support for this very worthy cause."

Clinic Contact Information:
Email: info@hunterfamilyortho.com
Phone: (281) 298-0000
Address: 6704 Sterling Ridge Dr. Suite B, The Woodlands, Texas 77382 


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Scott Family Dental Partnership

Posted on July 16, 2022 BY Simon Boddison

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Dynamo Dash Youth is very excited to announce our latest corporate partner for the Woodforest community: Scott Family Dental. Our program at the Stampede Sportplex in Woodforest has forty (40) competitive, recreational and youth academy teams, along with an extensive soccer camp schedule.  We began the program in 2015, and now provide opportunities for more than 500 players and families.

Based in Woodforest, Dr. Kevin Scott has provided dental services to the local community for multiple years. "Family is important to us at Scott Family Dental — in fact, we consider family to be a cornerstone of our practice. Our sense of family extends to our patients and their loved ones. Every day, it remains our mission to offer the finest care for the entire family. We strive to provide each patient with the same level of care and attention we would wish for our own families," said Dr. Scott. Family, teamwork, and education are important values for Scott Family Dental, just like they are for us. "With every aspect of our practice from our ongoing commitment to continuing education, to our focus on making our patients feel welcome and comfortable, to our state-of-the-art technology we always keep your family’s well-being as our top priority. When you’ve planted roots in one place for as long as we have, one’s sense of family also naturally embraces the larger community. Our families have grown up here alongside those of our patients, and we are passionate about serving and giving back to the community that we cherish."

"On behalf of the club, I would like to welcome Dr Scott and his team to the Woodforest Program. We continually partner and align ourselves with businesses that care for their local communities, understand the importance of youth sports and offer an impeccable service for their own customers, said Simon Boddison, DDY Director of Soccer Operations.  "We look forward to partnering over the coming months and growing this valued relationship within the Woodforest community."

SCOTT DENTAL INFORMATION
 

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Pictured above: Kevin Scott, DDS, FAGD.

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If interested in the club's summer camp program, register now below or visit our website for a full list of soccer programming available at www.dynamodashyouth.com

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Kwik Goal Supports Club Coaching Education Program

Posted on July 15, 2022 BY Simon Boddison

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The club is very excited to announce that Coach Alex Cardenas, Boys Academy Director has recently passed his United States Soccer Federation 'A' License which was sponsored by Kwik Goal.  The course consisted of three in-person meetings hosted in Kansas at the US Federation complex, virtual meetings, independent learning, research, individual assignments, 1 on 1 instructional meetings, guest speakers, collaborative project and a final exit interview. 

"I'd like to thank and recognize the club for providing me the opportunity and support to complete the course over the last year," said Coach Alex Cardenas, Boys Academy Director.  "The course was very demanding, educational and rewarding. I look forward to using the information acquired from the course and implementing and sharing certain ideas and protocols to enhance the Boys Academy and our staff."

"Coaching education and personal staff development continues to be a very important part of the club, said Simon Boddison, Director of Soccer Operations.  "I'd like to thank Kwik Goal for their continued partnership and the resources that they give back to support youth soccer and to our club specifically. Kwik Goal are a valued partner and we look forward to working with them for many more years to come."

KWIK GOAL INFORMATION

If interested in the club's summer camp program, register now below or visit our website for a full list of soccer programming available at www.dynamodashyouth.com

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USYS Southern Regional Championships 2022

Posted on July 07, 2022 BY Simon Boddison

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The club had three teams advance to the USYS Southern Regional Championships in Murfreesboro, TN through June 24 - 30.   The event featured Boys and Girls teams in the U13 through U19 age groups who competed for a regional championship and a spot at the 2022 US Youth Soccer National Championships. Dash Beaumont 03/04 PA finished as finalists and the Dash GA2 09 North finished as semi-finalists, losing out to eventual winners of the event.

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"It was an honor to represent Dynamo Dash Youth & South Texas at the USYS Southern Regional Championships with the Dash GA2 09 North & Dash Woodlands 06 PA. It was a fantastic experience for both teams to compete at that level. Both teams finished the event hungry for more & ready to work their way to the event next year," said Stuart Taylor, GA2 | Dash Woodlands 06 PA Head Coach.  "I would like to take this opportunity to thank the club for their help & guidance along with the players and the parents for their sacrifice and support before, during & after the event."

“Congratulations to this group of girls for performing superbly against some excellent competition from across the country during the last few days. They gained valuable experience which will help them further develop in the future," said Mikey Olabarrieta, Beaumont Girls Director. "The team earned everything these last few days with hard work and determination.  I’m very proud of this group and how professionally they represented the club."

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If interested in the club's summer camp program, register now below or visit our website for a full list of soccer programming available at www.dynamodashyouth.com

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Elite Boys Post Season Recap 2022

Posted on July 02, 2022 BY Simon Boddison

 

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 A record-breaking number of teams from the Boys Elite Program advanced to their respective ECNL | MLS NEXT | ECNL-RL national playoffs in San Diego, California (Surf Cup Sports Complex) and Dallas, Texas (Toyota Soccer Center) through June 25 - July 1. The Dynamo Youth 2006 ECNL and RL teams both reached their respected semi-finals along with the Dynamo Youth 2003/04.

The Elite Program teams continue to compete against the best in the country with outstanding results.  The challenging training environment, game schedule and overall player developmental pathway is very much connected with an unmatchable number of college scholarships awarded to our players.

"I am extremely proud of the teams advancing to the playoffs and being highly competitive throughout the year in their post-season and respective national leagues," said Alex Cardenas, Boys Academy Director.  "The club has a responsibility to provide opportunities for our players to compete at the highest levels across the country and be in a position to attract the top schools in the nation from a recruitment point of view.  This successful year will be a great building block for next year's fall preparation."

ECNL / RL RESULTS

MLS NEXT RESULTS ELITE PROGRAM INFORMATION

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