About Celtic Storm Soccer Club:

Celtic Storm Soccer Club (CSSC) for girls was established in 1996 in Orem, Utah by Robyn Bretzing. The club is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. The parents, players and coaches are all members of the nonprofit corporation with a Board of Directors running club operations.

In 1996, the club started with two teams and has grown to over a dozen teams currently ranging from ages U10 to U19. Players join CSSC from all over the state of Utah with the majority of our players coming from the Utah Valley area. The club boasts 12 State Cup Titles and multiple league and tournament championships. Our club philosophy centers on developing the individual player's technical ability and tactical knowledge. CSSC players are students of the game in a highly competitive environment.

The Celtic Storm Soccer Club Mission Statement.

What Celtic Storm offers:

· Coaching and Training Standards
Celtic Storm coaches are licensed and have extensive coaching and playing experience. CSSC also has technical and tactical trainers which provide added individual instruction and skill development to our players. Our club trainers include club founder Robyn Bretzing. See our list of coaches and trainers.

· College Soccer Prep
At Celtic Storm we are committed to provide the training required to enable our players to compete at the college level. Celtic Storm has proven to help prepare players with the technical skills, tactical knowledge and competitive environment needed to play in college soccer. To date, Celtic Storm has produced more college players than any other club in Utah.  This fall there will be over 60 Celtic Storm alumni on active college rosters. According to SoccerBuzz.com, Storm has been among the Top 25 Clubs Nationally in college players produced each of the last four years (average of 20 college players annually from 2005 through 2008). In 2007, only three other clubs nationwide produced more NCAA Division I players. Several Storm players are making huge impacts on their college programs. See our alumni news and stats. Celtic Storm remains committed to prepare our players for success at the college level.

Celtic Storm recruiting classes:
2008 (18 players)
2007 (19 players) *Only three other clubs nationwide had more NCAA Div I signings
2006 (21 players)
2005 (24 players)
2004 (8 players)
2003 (17 players)
2002 (9 players)

· Preparation for High School Varsity Soccer
Playing for Celtic Storm is excellent preparation for high school varsity soccer. Because of superior technical and tactical soccer skills, most Celtic Storm club members play or start as freshman on their high school varsity soccer teams. Many Storm developed players have been extremely successful with their high school teams. Celtic Storm players have had a strong influence on the State of Utah's high school soccer. There have been 11 Celtic Storm players named State MVP (including all three MVP's in 2004) and our All-State players number in the hundreds. CSSC heavy rosters have helped produce State Championships at Orem HS (2007), Alta HS in (2004, 2005 & 2006) and Mountain View HS (2000, 2001 & 2002).

· Tournaments
Celtic Storm Soccer Club teams participate in soccer tournaments throughout the year. Younger teams compete at in-state tournaments. Older teams complete in both in and out-of-state tournaments. Our older teams attend prestigious national tournaments where college coaches will be watching our players.

Tryout Information:
Club tryouts are usually held in June and November. Please visit our tryout page for details.

Player Fees:
Club dues vary per team based on the level of training and tournament participation. The club offers scholarships on a need basis.

Interested in being a volunteer?
If you are interested in helping with Celtic Storm Soccer Club please contact us.

Celtic Storm Soccer Club press archives:
Feb 6, 2006 - Quite a Storm: The Celtic Storm girls soccer club had eight players sign..., The Deseret News
May 31, 2005 - Celtic Storm has loftier goals than State Cup, The Deseret News
Feb 2, 2005 - Soccer Signings, The Daily Herald
Sept 23, 2004 - Taking the state by Storm, The Deseret News
Sept 19, 2003 - Preps benefit from club play, The Deseret News
April 16, 2002 - Perfect week for Storm teams, The Daily Herald
April 9, 2002 - Storm begins league play, The Daily Herald
April 4, 2002 - U15's win Las Vegas Premier Invitational, The Daily Herald
Feb 26, 2002 - Storm climbs to #17 National Ranking after showing in Phoenix, The Daily Herald
April 5, 2001 - Storm off to quick start, The Daily Herald

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