News & Updates - Rising Roots Initiative

Youth participating in the September 27, 2026 Rising Roots Initiative Junior Roots Clinic in Waukee

23 Youth Served at September 27 Junior Roots Clinic

Capital City Roots FC / October 1, 2026

Twenty-three children participated in Rising Roots Initiative’s September 27 Junior Roots Clinic, including three goalkeepers who received dedicated instruction from a Capital City Roots FC UPSL Premier Division goalkeeper.

Community, Partnerships

Casey’s Donates $500 to Support Rising Roots Initiative

Capital City Roots FC / September 15, 2026

Rising Roots Initiative has received a $500 donation from Casey’s to support free youth soccer clinics and community programming across Central Iowa.

Youth participating in a Rising Roots Initiative soccer clinic at Valley Stadium in Spring 2026

Community, Junior Roots, Programs

Fall 2026 Junior Roots Clinic Schedule Released

Capital City Roots FC / September 4, 2026

Rising Roots Initiative has released five free Fall 2026 Junior Roots Clinics for children ages 5–13, all held before Capital City Roots FC home matches in Waukee.