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Building a new generation of young people who lead by example with an unflinching code of excellence.
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Congrats to our 06 Boys Navy team on winning the ASA Presidents Cup!
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FC Batavia Success Story: Ty Meagher
Our former player Ty Meagher just signed his first pro contract with Valley United FC! We are incredibly proud of his achievement and his dedication to reaching his dream. Congratulations Ty! Your journey has just begun, and we will be following you every step on the way. You more than deserve this and you are an inspiration for our young Batavians!
We recently asked Ty to share his thoughts on his experience playing for Coach Rick and this is what he said.
“Along my youth soccer journey, I’ve had many coaches. What separates Coach Rick from the others is how he not only develops the entire team but also personally connects to each player specifically offering a way to better themselves on and off the field.”
Being part of Rick’s teams always felt more like a family environment rather than a business. I always felt that he truly cared about my development. It wasn’t always about winning or losing but more of how the team and myself can get better. He gave me the opportunity to experience my first trial where he played professionally in the Netherlands which gave me the confidence to really push myself to play professionally and achieve my goal. Rick always supported me and I’m forever grateful.”
Your support has always meant the world to our entire family. A little piece of you walks on that pitch with him every time. Keep promoting your club and what you do!”
We also know it’s important to hear what other parents might have to say. Ty’s mom, Angie, shared these thoughts with us.
“Thank you just doesn’t seem to be enough! The coach before told Ty ‘Your goal of playing pro is one in a million.’ So in the car I told Ty, ‘Well, someone has to be the one!’ That very next tournament you approached Todd and I and invited us to tryouts. Man was that perfect timing!
Bell94 Sports Complex
9390 E Bell Rd.
Scottsdale 85255
Pinnacle Park
21411 N 32nd St,
Phoenix, AZ 85050
Reach 11 Sports Complex
2425 E. Deer Valley Dr.
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 262-4536
Desert Broom Park
29440 N. Cave Creek Rd.
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(602) 262-6696
Paseo Highlands Park
3435 W Pinnacle Peak Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(602) 262-6575
Paradise Valley Park
17642 N 40th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85032
(602) 262-6696
Scottsdale Sports Complex
8081 E Princess Dr.,
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 312-7529
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Calling 2015-2018 girls in the N Phoenix/Scottsdale/Cave Creek area still looking for the right team fit and developmental environment for the 2024/25 ⚽️ season.
We’re looking for a few more girls and families to add to our teams and would love to hear from you! Reach out to Coach Jeff or send us a DM for more info about what makes Batavia different and a potential great home for your player and family 🟠🔵
📢 As we continue to evaluate so much returning and new player talent during tryouts, we’re also on the lookout for great coaching talent to join our dedicated staff.
If you’re a licensed coach with a passion for teaching the game and making a positive impact on the next generation of soccer players and leaders, we invite you to send your resume in to our DOC Rick Tilmans and club president Jeff Weil to see if FCB is the right fit for you. 🟠🔵
Excited to welcome our newest club sponsor, @angel_dentistry! We can’t wait to share more about how you’ll be seeing Angel Dentistry across our club, but in the meantime make sure to give them a follow and a call if you’re looking for a local, convenient dentist office that provides family friendly staff, great hours, and of course...are friends of Batavia!
Congratulations to our 2012 Boys Navy team, Finalists in the Phoenix Surf Invitational this weekend! A great performance for the 🟠&🔵…Go FCB!
Congrats to the 2011B Navy on being Finalists in the @arizonasoccerassociation Presidents Cup u13 Gold division!
A hard fought final to cap off an impressive season of league titles and tournament 🏆! Well done by players, coaches, and families on a terrific season. Go FCB 🟠🔵
Good luck to our 2012B Navy and 2013B Navy looking to make waves at the @phoenixsurfsoccer Invitational this weekend! Play hard and we know you’ll represent the 🟠&🔵 well! Let’s go, FCB!
LET’S GO, FCB! Good luck to our 2011B Navy team as they face a tough Spartans FC team in the u13 Gold final in the @arizonasoccerassociation Presidents Cup tomorrow. Come out and support if you can wearing your Batavia 🟠 and 🔵. Go get ‘em boys!
⏰: Saturday, 4/27 at 12:45pm
📍: Reach 11 - Field 5
With tryouts starting, showing your explosiveness is one trait that can set you apart from other players. Here are some great tips from club sponsor @courologyfitness on how you can build explosiveness AND stabilization for injury prevention by incorporating plyometrics into your training routine.
Check the link in our bio for the full article.
Our final player spotlight of the season comes from Coach Kevin’s 2012 Boys Orange team. Meet Harrison Poveromo! Coach Kevin says, “The team has been feeding him the ball because he turned into a goal scoring machine. His worked rate is amounting to success and he has become very difficult for the defence to handle.” Congratulations, Harrison! Read on to learn more about this Batavian.
Favorite Position: Striker ⚽️
Favorite Soccer Memory: “Playing a game in the 2024 Yavapai Cup Tournament in 30° and snow!” ❄️
Favorite Soccer Player or Team: Argentina 🇦🇷
Why do you love playing for Batavia: “The coaches and my teammates.” 🟠🔵
What do you enjoy doing in your free time when you are off the pitch: “Jumping on my trampoline, playing video games, and reading.”🎮 📖
Favorite Subject: Math 🧮
Favorite Food: Pepperoni pizza 🍕
Favorite Movie, Show or Book: Small Steps, by Louis Sachar 📚
We know tryouts can bring a lot of anxiety for players and parents. And while we work hard to make the tryout experience at FC Batavia a fun and enjoyable experience, here are Coach Rick’s top 5 tips for kids (and parents) to remember wherever they tryout.
If you are interested in tryouts at our club the registration link is in our bio or @ fcbatavia.com/tryout