Posts by Julia
Beyond the Sidelines: Meet the Coaches Behind New England Surf Futsal
From college championships and international futsal competitions to unexpected yellow cards, rock bands, and a few impressive soccer connections, there’s a lot more to our futsal coaching staff than you might expect. What does a rock guitarist have in common with an award-winning fashion writer, a former Division I soccer player, and a coach who…
Read MoreWhat Do Messi, Neymar and Cristiano Ronaldo Have in Common? The Futsal Connection
Some of the world’s greatest soccer players developed their skills on a much smaller court. Now, New England Surf is bringing that same approach to player development this winter. What do Lionel Messi, Neymar Jr., and Cristiano Ronaldo have in common? World-class talent? Absolutely. Countless trophies? Of course. But long before the packed stadiums,…
Read MoreThe Journey Behind the Commitment: Michael Clark’s Story
After joining New England Surf at just 12 years old, Michael Clark has spent years growing alongside the club. Now, his commitment to Bentley University marks an exciting new chapter in a journey built on trust, consistency, and long-term development. When Michael Clark joined the club in seventh grade, the world was navigating COVID-19. Soccer…
Read MoreWomen of New England Surf: A Team of Their Own
A coach spends plenty of time thinking about the team she wants to build. Over the years, she gets to watch her players make it their own. Coach Danielle Gordon has seen girls she first coached in 7v7 become high school seniors and leaders. For Coach Abby McCulloch, building friendships worth keeping long after players…
Read MoreWomen of New England Surf: Finding Your Place in the Game
A coach can remember exactly what it felt like to need encouragement – and recognize that same moment in a player years later. That connection runs through the stories of Coach Angela Cornacchio, Coach Leah Greene, Coach Abby Kenkelen, Coach Rachel Watler, and Coach Michaela Bradley, the next five women featured in our Women of…
Read MoreNew England Surf Joins Three Surf Clubs for 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup Experience in Brazil
New England Surf, Rhode Island Surf, New Jersey Surf and New York Surf come together for an international soccer experience bringing young female players to Rio de Janeiro. New England Surf is joining forces with Rhode Island Surf, New Jersey Surf and New York Surf for an international experience during the 2027 FIFA Women’s World…
Read MoreWomen of New England Surf: The People Behind the Coach
Before her players leave the field, Kayla Steeves asks them to do something simple: thank the people who drove them there. “Never forget to be grateful for your support system sacrificing their time to support your passion.” Somewhere behind every practice is someone who made it possible. Someone who rearranged a workday, spent another evening…
Read MoreNew England Surf Welcomes New Coaches for the 26–27 Soccer Season
A new season brings new opportunities, new goals, and new faces to the New England Surf Soccer Club community. As New England Surf kicks off the 2026–2027 soccer season, we are excited to welcome a talented group of coaches who bring professional playing experience, international backgrounds, collegiate coaching knowledge, and, most importantly, a shared passion…
Read MoreNine New England Surf Players Named to 2025-26 ECNL RL Girls All-Regional League Teams
New England Surf is proud to celebrate nine players who have been selected to the 2025-26 ECNL Regional League Girls All-Regional League Teams, recognizing their performances throughout the past season. The ECNL Regional League announced its 2025-26 All-Regional League selections in August, honoring standout players across its 24 Girls Regional Leagues nationwide. Players were selected…
Read MoreHow to Prepare for New England Surf Pre-Season Camp | Player Guide
New England Surf Pre-Season Camp is almost here! Next week, New England Surf players will return to the field for important days of training, preparation, team building, and soccer development ahead of the new season. Pre-season camp is different from a typical summer soccer camp. After a few months filled with vacations, camps, tournaments, family…
Read MoreNew England Surf Girls Earn Promotion to ECNL RL Teal Division
New England Surf is proud to announce that its Girls program has earned promotion to the newly formed ECNL Regional League Teal Division for the 2026/27 season. The new division brings together the top-performing ECNL Regional League clubs from across the Northeast, creating a higher level of competition throughout the U13-U19 age groups. Designed to…
Read MoreWhere Are They Now? New England Surf’s 2025 Graduate Boys Competing in College Soccer
One of the greatest rewards of watching players grow through our club pathway is seeing them continue their soccer careers at the collegiate level. The transition from youth soccer to college athletics is both exciting and challenging, requiring players to adapt to faster competition, higher expectations, and the balance of academics and athletics. In Part…
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