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Another successful BUSC Abroad trip in the books!

Another successful BUSC Abroad trip in the books!

By Dennis Miller When Ballistic United Soccer Club Executive Director Kevin Crow was 13 years old, he travelled to England as part of a local district all-star team. It was a great experience and provided some context for Crow as he looked at his possible playing career. “It really whet my appetite,” said Crow. “It…

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Another successful BUSC Abroad trip in the books!
BUSC welcomes Shawn Nicklaw to coach MLSNEXT U-19 team!

BUSC welcomes Shawn Nicklaw to coach MLSNEXT U-19 team!

The Ballistic United Soccer Club has always taken great pride in the coaching staff they’ve assembled. Another key to developing an elite group is to never stop searching for high quality coaches. Ballistic has done just that and is pleased to announce the hiring of Shawn Nicklaw, the Associate Head Coach at St, Mary’s College.…

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BUSC coaches racking up U.S. Soccer Coaching Licenses!

BUSC coaches racking up U.S. Soccer Coaching Licenses!

The Ballistic United Soccer Club prides itself putting the best possible coaches on their roster, which in turn helps the club get the best out of their players as they nurture their skill set. Here is a rundown of coaches that have gained national certification. *Carlos Schulze: U.S. Soccer Grassroots, U.S. National D license (has…

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BUSC coaches racking up U.S. Soccer Coaching Licenses!
Austin Daniels honored with national Hall of Fame selection!

Austin Daniels honored with national Hall of Fame selection!

That Austin Daniels is a topnotch and inspirational soccer coach is a given. He is a four-time Hall of Fame member in Connecticut, and in his three years at Ballistic United as the Director of Coaching Education, coaches have continually raved about his knowledge and mentorship. The weekend of January 13-14 let the entire country…

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Austin Daniels honored with national Hall of Fame selection!
Former BUSC player Shane de Flores picked in MLS Super Draft!

Former BUSC player Shane de Flores picked in MLS Super Draft!

Shane de Flores, who played U-14 through U-16 at Ballistic United, was drafted by the Chicago Fire in the MLS Super Draft on Tuesday. De Flores, who is from Danville and is a junior at Stanford, was the 14th pick in the third-round.

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Another successful BUSC Abroad trip in the books!
BUSC coaches racking up U.S. Soccer Coaching Licenses!
Austin Daniels honored with national Hall of Fame selection!
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Founded over 50 years ago, Ballistic United Soccer Club has continued to be one of the top youth soccer organizations in the United States. The Club won its first California State Championship in 1972, and our under-12 championship team was hosted by California Governor Ronald Reagan. Since then, BUSC has won multiple state, regional and international tournament titles.

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