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U13-U14 EAL & DPL - Castle Rock

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Elevated Competition. A Defined Regional Path.

Serving players from:

Castle RockParkerCastle PinesHighlands RanchLone TreeColorado SpringsMonumentLarkspurElizabethFranktown

League For

Boys & Girls

Age

U13 - U14

date

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Levels

Advanced

About

Colorado Storm Castle Rock is proud to offer the Elite Academy League (EAL) for boys and the Development Player League (DPL) for girls as the premier competitive platforms for U13–U14 athletes. These programs mark the critical transition into the 11v11 game, designed specifically for the region's most ambitious young players who are ready to compete on a national-standard stage. Within Storm Castle Rock, this tier represents the foundational peak of the regional competitive pathway.


The program operates on a comprehensive 10-month season structure, providing a consistent and professionalized club environment from August through May/June. This year-round calendar is essential for these formative age groups, ensuring uninterrupted technical development and tactical education as players move into the full-sided game. By maintaining a steady training rhythm in the Storm Castle Rock region, we prepare our athletes for the increased physicality and tactical complexity of national-tier conference play.


Our curriculum focuses on mastering the "Storm Way"—blending individual technical brilliance with an evolving understanding of team systems. Players are immersed in a culture of accountability where they learn to manage the speed of play and the mental demands of regional travel. Our professional coaching staff utilizes these platforms to provide players with direct exposure to elite-level competition and high-profile showcases, establishing the standards required for the next level of the game.


Choosing EAL or DPL at Storm Castle Rock means joining a community that values character, consistency, and a professional approach to the sport. We provide the structured pathway and the competitive platform; our players provide the spark that drives our regional momentum. This is the ideal environment for the young athlete ready to elevate their game and establish their place within the Colorado Storm competitive hierarchy.

Player Attributes

The U13–U14 EAL & DPL programs at Storm Castle Rock are for the committed young athlete who demonstrates a high level of self-discipline and a passion for the game. We look for players who possess the technical foundation and the developmental maturity to thrive in a result-oriented team setting.


  • Technical Proficiency: The ability to maintain ball control and execution under the increased pressure of a national-tier league.

  • Tactical Curiosity: A willingness to learn complex positional roles and understand the "why" behind team movements on the pitch.

  • Competitive Consistency: Maintains a high-intensity work rate in every training session, showing a desire to win every 1v1 battle.

  • Psychological Readiness: Demonstrates the emotional maturity to handle the travel demands and competitive swings of a 10-month season.

  • Proactive Coachability: Actively listens to feedback and shows an observable effort to implement new concepts immediately.

  • Club-First Identity: A commitment to representing Colorado Storm with pride and upholding the professional standards of the Storm Castle Rock region.


This standard of excellence ensures that every player contributes to the growing energy and success of Colorado Storm in the Storm Castle Rock region.

Field Location

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Douglas County Fairgrounds

Douglas County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock, CO, USA

Douglas County Fairgrounds

Douglas County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 500 Fairgrounds Road, Castle Rock, CO, USA

Price Per Year:

$3,550

Program Details

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Game Format: 11v11

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~10 Months

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Practice 2-3 x per Week

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Uniform Separate

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Staff Coach

Team staff

For any questions or additional information about the team, please fill out the form below and our director will respond promptly.

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Brett Bergendahl

National Platform Admin and Ops Coordinator

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