Soccer by Rachel (SBR) is a competitive Youth Soccer Club in Ellicott City, Maryland

At Soccer by Rachel, our mission is to empower youth to reach their highest potential as both players and people in a positive, growth-focused environment.

We use modern and innovative training methods that are proven to develop players at all levels — from recreational and youth travel to college and professional play.

Training & Competition Structure

In-Season Program

Outdoor Team Training

U9 & U10

• One 60-minute outdoor training session per week

• One 60-minute SBR Technical Session per week

U11

• One 75-minute outdoor training session per week

• One 60-minute SBR Technical Session per week

U12

• Two 75-minute outdoor training sessions per week

• One 60-minute SBR Technical Session per week

U13 & U14

• Two 90-minute outdoor training sessions per week

• One 60-minute SBR Technical Session per week

U15 and Older

• Fall: Focus on high school soccer season

• Spring: Two 90-minute outdoor training sessions per week
  
  SBR Technical Sessions

  All players participate in:

  • One 60-minute SBR Technical Session per week

  • Individual technical development and ball mastery training

  • Film analysis to improve game understanding, decision-making, and soccer IQ

League Competition

Teams compete in both the EDP League and National League during the Fall and Spring seasons, providing players with a challenging and competitive environment for growth and development.

Mental Performance Training

Players work with a Mental Performance Coach to develop:

• Confidence

• Focus and concentration

• Mental resilience

• Performance under pressure

• Positive habits and mindset

Off-Season Program

SBR Technical Sessions

• One 60-minute session per week

• Focused on technical ability, ball mastery, creativity, and confidence on the ball

Strength & Conditioning

• One 60-minute session per week

• Conducted in partnership with Odyssey Strength

• Designed to help players:

  • Build strength

  • Improve speed and explosiveness

  • Reduce injury risk

  • Enhance overall athletic performance

Tournament Schedule

SBR teams participate in two tournaments each year:

• One Fall Tournament

• One Spring Tournament

Coach Rachel is committed to maintaining a 4:1 training-to-competition ratio throughout the season, including tournament periods. This development-focused philosophy ensures players receive the training necessary to maximize long-term growth while staying healthy, fresh, and motivated throughout the year.

Program Cost

Uniforms purchased separately.

Annual Cost
7v7 Teams $2,350
9v9 Teams $2,650
11v11 Teams $2,950

Field & Game Locations

Training and game locations vary by age group and season. Soccer By Rachel utilizes high-quality facilities throughout Howard County and the surrounding area to provide players with the best possible training and competition environment.

Potential training and game locations include:

• Soccer By Rachel Training Facility

• Cedar Lane Park

• Troy Park

• Blandair Regional Park

• Chapelgate Christian Academy

• Additional local facilities as needed

League games are scheduled by EDP League and National League and may require travel throughout Maryland and neighboring states depending on the level of competition and age group.

Specific practice and game schedules, including locations, will be communicated to families before each season.