In March, a group of 18 Rapids Youth Soccer 12U girls, hailing from various CRYSC regions, embarked on an extraordinary expedition through England. Accompanied by their families, they explored the vibrant cities of London, Manchester, and Liverpool. Guided by CRYSC staff members Jeff Oleck, Regan Brown, Lexi Rudolph, Nicole Nickerson, Erin Wall, and Will Juniper, along with WorldStrides tour guides Miguel and Pablo, the entourage of 59 travelers delved into the heart of football’s birthplace over eight unforgettable days.Craving Action at Craven CottageUpon their arrival after a strenuous 10-hour flight, the group wasted no time diving into their first professional match experience at Craven Cottage in West London. Despite the majority enduring a sleepless journey, the anticipation soared as Fulham FC triumphed over Tottenham Hotspur FC with a resounding 3-0 victory, shaking up Tottenham’s league aspirations and marking a historic win for Fulham after not beating the Spurs in over 10+ league meetings.
