RRSC does not endorse the traditional definition of “competitive” soccer. That is, we do not embrace a short term focus of wins and losses that many parents (and coaches) seek.

We embrace a long term developmental approach and developmentally appropriate soccer for all players. We encourage parents and coaches who seek to play the Duke City Schedule to view it first and foremost as a more challenging level of play to further foment the children’s development and not merely as “competitive.” Moreover, we challenge our coaches’ to develop a philosophy and benchmarks for success that go beyond winning and losing. Please visit our coaching resources tab for more readings on this topic.

Our try-outs are intended to help players find teams and teammates that are commensurate with their interest level in soccer.  We squarely frown on “player collecting” and try-outs before U10. U11/U12 are transitional years and the notion of “try-outs” can be a slippery slope. Consult with our Director of Coaching before proceeding. At U13+ “try-outs” make more sense.

For the 2008/2009 season, below is a list of teams who plan to have try-outs and/or may have player openings. Please attend the try-outs on May 29th contact the

The following teams plan to have try-outs and/or may have a few player openings for F08/S09. Attend the try-outs and/or contact the coach for more information:

U15G Desert Emeralds
U13G / U14G Rivals
U13B Rattle Rocks
U12B Rams
U11B Rams Green
U11B Racing/Running Rebels

U15G Desert Emeralds
The Rio Rancho “Desert Emeralds” is looking for a few good girls to play competitive soccer for the upcoming 2008-2009 Soccer Season. The Desert Emeralds is a U15 Girls soccer team currently playing competitive soccer in Duke City (ranked 6th). We provide a fun, competitive and affordable soccer experience. So, if you are an experienced soccer player born between the dates of August 1, 1993 thru July 31, 1994, come join us. We have National D and NMAA Certified coaches, play College showcase tournaments and participate in State Cup, Low Fees, West Side Location, ODP and High School Players.
Contact Coach Junior Hunte at: jlhunte@hotmail.com or (505) 892-5572.

U13/U14G Rivals

Wanted U13-U14 girls for the Rivals. We've been together for 4 years now, and are looking for a few players wanting to step up into competitive play. We are a team that plays well, works hard and most of all we have fun. If you’re interested in playing on a competitive team in Rio Rancho please give me a call. We will be having tryouts on May 29th.
Contact Coach Will Cordero at coachwill2004@yahoo.com or 505-306-0172

U13B Rattle Rocks

Rattle Rocks is looking for U13 boys players to play the Duke City Schedule this 08/09 season. Our team will play aggressively fair and smart, support and respect each fellow player in our team and understand that physical condition and warm-up exercises will be a very important part of our training to get us ready to physically and mentally adjust to each game.
Contact Coach Eduardo Zúñiga at ed.zuniga@gmail.com or 505-891-9341.

U12B Rams - Developmental
Rams is looking for U12 boys players for the Fall08/Spring 09, to play the NWRGSL schedule and tournaments with plans to migrate to Duke City for U13. We are looking for players who are interested in playing and build up this team in Rio Rancho. The team will play aggressively fair and smart and understand that physical condition and warm-up exercises will be a very important part of our training to get us ready to physically and mentally adjust to each game. The core of the team has been together since U7.
Contact Coach Eduardo Zúñiga at ed.zuniga@gmail.com or 505-891-9341.

U11B Rams Green, Blue, and White
The Rio Rancho Rams have a team for you!  From our developmental team, to our recreational team, to our highly competitive team, the fun never stops.  The Rams have been together for 6 years, with 3 years in the NWRGSL.  Our competitive team has just completed its first season in the Duke City Soccer League.  We have placed 1st at the 2007 Kohl America Cup (Bronze Bracket) and 2008 New Mexico Games, and have now qualified for the Inaugural Games of the West in Colorado Springs this summer, and will participate in the Sun bowl in El Paso (playing teams from the surrounding states, and Mexico).  The 2008-2009 season holds opportunities to participate in tournaments in Phoenix, El Paso, and Colorado.  Coach Ed Uhrich (E license for 13 years), and Assistant Coach Jim Viera (B license, Head coach of Bernalillo HS), along with guest coach, Rick Herrera (National D youth license) offer plenty of experience to help you develop your skills.  We are looking for 8-10 players between the 3 teams.
Contact Coach Ed Uhrich at uhrichedward@hotmail.com or 505-280-4174

U11B Racing / Running Rebels ~ RRSC U11B Club Track