Developing Confident Players and Lifelong Competitors — Rapids FC has been empowering youth through high-quality, player-focused soccer for over 25 years.
- Ages
- 3–18
- Plays
- Boys & Girls
- Programs
- 9
Where on the ladder
Level 5 to Level 6
Each level below lists the leagues this club plays in. Your kid's level depends on the team they make. The six levels are our own reading of public league play. They are not an official ranking.
Sanctioned by Michigan State Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer). The club’s site also lists Michigan State Premier Soccer Program (MSPSP), Great Lakes Premier League, Grand Valley Soccer Association. We have not placed those leagues on the ladder, so they do not count above.
See how the whole ladder worksPrograms
The programs, age by age
These come from the club's site, grouped the way the club groups them. Your kid starts in the one that fits their age.
Rapids Juniors Development Program
3-7
The Rapids Juniors Development Program is designed to introduce young players to soccer while teaching fundamental skills in a fun and supportive environment. The program consists of five sessions led by experienced Rapids FC coaches.
feeds into future club teams at Rapids
TOPSoccer
ALL AGES
US Youth Soccer TOPSoccer is a recreational sports program for children and adults with intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities. TOPSoccer provides people with diverse abilities an opportunity to play soccer in a structured environment that is safe, fun, supportive, and inclusive.
4v4 Select
U7-U8 · 4v4
The 4v4 Soccer Program is designed for young, developmental players to build foundational skills in a fun and supportive environment. The format encourages active participation, quick decision-making, and basic tactical understanding.
7v7
U9-U10 · 7v7
The 7v7 Program focuses on continued player development in a fun, structured, and age-appropriate environment. This stage bridges the gap between small-sided games and full-sided play, supporting growth in decision-making, teamwork, and game intelligence.
9v9 Soccer Program
U11-U12 · 9v9
The 9v9 Soccer Program is designed to further develop players’ technical skills and tactical understanding in a more structured team environment. The program focuses on preparing players for 11v11 play while maintaining a strong emphasis on individual development and enjoyment of the game.
Elite Development Program
U11-U12 · 9v9
The Rapids FC Elite Development Program is designed for U11–U12 players who demonstrate the commitment and potential to follow an Elite soccer pathway. This ten-month training environment focuses on technical skills, tactical understanding, physical development, and mental toughness.
feeds into Rapids FC Premier program
MSPSP & Great Lakes Premier League
U13-U19 · 11v11
The Rapids FC MSPSP Premier & Great Lakes Premier program is designed for U13–U19 players committed to competing and developing at an Elite level. This comprehensive, ten-month training environment (U15+ 5-month) emphasizes high-performance development across all areas of the game.
MSPSP
Goalkeeper Training
U9-U19
Goalkeeper training is with Tiger Goalkeeping Institute. Sessions will be led by the Tiger Goalkeeping Institute.
Club Academy Training
Club Academy Training is with Rapids FC directors and staff. The page states: “COMING SOON - FALL 2026.”
Tryouts
2026/2027
Tryouts decide which travel team a kid plays on. Confirm the details on the club’s page before you go.
Grand Rapids Township Park · 1836 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Coaching
Who coaches here
21 names from the club's own staff page. The titles and licenses are what the club lists.
Gabe Mata
Girls Director of Coaching & Director of Operations
Scott Bonsall
Boys Director of Coaching
Ashley Robinette
Technical Director & Juniors Development Program Director
Tyler Basler
Staff Coach
Gail Bonsall
Staff Coach
Andy Brooks
Staff Coach
Brandon Dellaposta
Staff Coach
Thomas Chavez
Staff Coach
Justin AnkneyRandy ByrneCortney DavisStephen MeskoBaswell Talbert
Where they play
5 fields
The fields the club lists as its own. Directions open in Google Maps, so you can check the drive before you sign up.
Cornerstone University
1001 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Mary Free Bed YMCA
5500 Burton St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Grand River Riverfront Park
12570 Grand River Dr SE, Lowell, MI 49331
Cascade Township Park
3810 Thornapple River Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Grand Rapids Township Park
1836 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
1 field isn’t located on the map yet.
Fees
What it costs
What the club charges, from its own price list.
Get in touch
How to reach Rapids FC
3940 Peninsular Dr SE, Suite 230, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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