VYS and BRYC

[Cruzado]

I read in another thread that VYS and BRYC are merging or entering into some sort of partnership—it’s just a rumor at this point and so the details are TBD. That said, it warrants its own thread.

If true, I think it’s the right move. BRYC and VYS are smaller clubs that seem to punch above their weight, but some sort of merger would bring them closer to parity with Arlington, Alexandria, McLean/SYC, and other nearby clubs.

My kids have at times played with both BRYC and VYS and had mostly positive experiences at both clubs. But VYS hasn’t had access to the more competitive ECNL league for its older players, and BRYC alone appears to struggle against larger competitors in those more competitive leagues. The two clubs cover a contiguous geographic area (which is how we ended up playing for both clubs at various times) and some sort of collaboration would seem to make sense.

Still just mere speculation on my part anyway, until something more official comes out. But will be watching with interest.

[Nova2Euro]

I don't know about BRYC being a "smaller club that punches above its weight." BRYC was a giant of Northern VA soccer for decades until increased competition and poor management pushed it into mediocrity. If they haven't solved the problems that led to their decline, then just adding to the player pool probably won't help much. I don't know much about VYS--seems like a solid little club and, if I'm not mistaken, is/was a feeder for VDA? Is that arrangement still ongoing?