Rhode Island Surf Monthly Summer 2025
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STARS AND STRIPES
G2009 GA standout and 2023 Surf Select Player of the Year Alexa Barajas became the first Rhode Island Surf player to be called into a USYNT camp in July.
An impressive showing means she'll be traveling to Fayetteville, Georgia in September after being named in the U-16 Girls National Team Camp Roster.
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USYS National Championships
B2011 Elite Blue traveled to Orlando, Florida for the USYS National Championships in July on the back of previous success in Mesa, Arizona and Round Rock, Texas. Their journey leading to the Sunshine State had already seen them travel a combined distance of 4,515 miles across the continental United States.
Despite a spirited showing that saw them pick up a win and two draws in the group stage, the team fell just short of qualification for the knockout stages of the competition.
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GA Inaugural Season Success
Following a stellar inaugural campaign that saw them crowned as Northeast Conference Champions, G2012 GA headed out West for the Girls Academy Playoffs. An equally strong showing on the Gold Coast saw them fall just one point short of advancing to the final four.
Their inspiring performances in California, however, earned them a well-deserved wildcard spot at the prestigious Girls Academy Champions Cup this coming December. The nod makes them one of four teams invited across the United States.
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Surf Select
There was no shortage of Rhode Island Surf representation with the Surf Select Program this Summer. Over twenty players from the club were chosen to represent both blue and white teams at various elite competitions in the United States, Northern Ireland, and England.
Well done to Natalie Bonvehi, Delaney Longval, Hollyn Got, Olivia Sauco, Greyson McCrory, Addison Longval, Anna Venditelli, Jackson Orr, Liam Mowry, Brynn Santos, Fiona Sisson, Kassidy Price, Kayden Taji, Alexa Barajas, Amiyah Cromartie, Camryn Bromage, Dean Corvello, Devin Mowry, Leah Committo, Miya Garland, Gabby Cuellar, and Kieran McGlynn on their selections!
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Up NEXT
September brings with it the beginning of a new era for Rhode Island Surf Soccer Club. Back in February, it was announced that Rhode Island Surf would be joining the MLS NEXT Academy Division, a new tier in North America's leading youth development platform for male soccer players.
This Fall will feature a nine-game league schedule for our B2013 & B2012 MLS groups, six of which take place in the Ocean State. Senior teams will get their first taste of action come December at MLS NEXT Fest in Mesa, Arizona following the conclusion of their high school seasons.
Click HERE for more information about the MLS NEXT Academy Division.
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College Commitment
A flurry of excitement took place in August as four Rhode Island Surf G07/08 GA players in the class of 2026 committed their academic and athletic futures to schools in three different New England states.
Ella Kauffman will be attending Brandeis University in the Boston area come next Fall. Makenzie Pires and Eve Richard will take their talents to the state of Maine, with Pires choosing the University of Southern Maine and Richard heading to the University of New England. Last but not least, Alicia MacRury will head to the Granite State as she's been recruited to play at Southern New Hampshire University.
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New Faces, Same Mission
Rhode Island Surf is excited to officially welcome four new members to our staff for the 2025/2026 season:
Javier Fernandez, DPL Director: A well-traveled coach internationally, Javier has worked with numerous professional youth programs in Europe, including stints with West Bromwich Albion and Birmingham City.
Dan Yarumian, Junior Academy Director: With the club since its inception through 2024, Dan returns with over sixteen years of coaching experience at the youth level.
Devin Jessop & Ethan Alfano, Coaches: Rhode Island natives and college soccer standouts Devin and Ethan bring with them energy and ambition as they join the boys coaching staff at Rhode Island Surf.
