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TFC Clay coach says program grew to 650 players and aims to host games in Clay
Summary
Derek Rios of TFC Clay described a low-cost, accessible youth soccer pathway that reached more than 650 participants across sites and aims to host local games and tournaments at Clay facilities to boost community activity.
Derek Rios, who identified himself as representing TFC Clay, described the soccer program as a low-cost, low-commitment development pipeline for ages 3–19 and traced growth from a 2021 camp to a spring season that served more than 250 children and later seasons with about 650 participants across Clay and satellite locations. "My name again is Derek Rios, and I'm here representing TFC Clay," he said, explaining the program serves as a "funnel program into the high school."
Rios said coaches undergo background checks and coaching education through state and national associations and that the program aims to transition from being a training site to hosting games and tournaments in Clay to help local restaurants and concessions. He also noted partnerships and scholarships have kept costs low and made soccer more accessible for local families.
