About Rochester Ravens Football Club
Mission Statement
Rochester Ravens FC (RRFC) is committed to providing each of our players and members a world-class environment for soccer training focused on player development and competing at the next level. The core principles of the Rochester Ravens are Desire, Determination, Dedication, Respect and Integrity. These principles are the foundation in which RRFC players continue to learn the game of soccer. The RRFC training environment provides each player a venue to become the best player they can be, and most importantly through Soccer, learn life’s important lessons!
History
The team is the successor to the Rochester Rhinos Women, which was affiliated with the USL First Division team Rochester Rhinos for three years from 2006 through 2008. The original team was founded (as the Ravens) in 1996, and was owned by Jill McCabe, until it was sold to the former Rochester Rhinos ownership of Frank DuRoss, Steve Donner, Chris Economides, Peter Bourne and Chris Wilmot in late 2005. In 2008, the Rhinos' new owner, Rob Clark, sold the women's USL W-League soccer franchise. The new team was announced on May 1, 2009 by the new owner Doug Miller, former star Rochester Rhinos player.
First Team
Rochester Ravens FC’s first team plays in the USL W-League . The USL W-League is currently the second highest level of professional women's soccer in the United States pyramid. The W-League and is recognized as North America’s main women’s developmental organization. The W-League is also an open league, giving college players the opportunity to play alongside established international players while maintaining their collegiate eligibility. The league is administered by the United Soccer Leagues system (the USL), which also oversees the men's USL First Division, USL Second Division and USL Premier Development League.
Youth Teams, Camps/Clinics
Doug Miller Soccer Academy provides competitive youth teams from U8 - U18 boys and girls. We also provide youth camps and clinics that run throughout the year to assist players in reaching their fullest potential. These teams, clinics and camps are run at our NEW location 4618 Ridge Road West, Spencerport NY 14559 at the Doug Miller Sports Dome for more info go to www.dougmillersoccer.com