About Us
Who We Are
Our Club
Inspiring Kids. Creating Love for the Game.
Cosmo Stars Soccer Club (CSSC) is a youth soccer club based in Ellicott City, Maryland. We focus on competitive play, high-level training, and player development — all in a fun, inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Passion for the Game
We inspire a lifelong love of soccer through joyful, competitive play.
Player Development
High-level training focused on individual growth at every age and skill level.
Community & Inclusion
A welcoming club where every child belongs and every family is valued.
Competitive Excellence
We prepare players to compete at the highest levels with heart and resilience.
"Passion and putting your best effort and heart are always the path to success."
— Juan Raymond, President & Director of Coaching
The Team
Meet Our Leadership
Club President & Director of Coaching
Juan Raymond
My passion for soccer started when I was just a kid. I was born and raised in Colombia where soccer (aka fútbol) is highly competitive — played everywhere, even in the smallest and narrowest streets, and by pretty much everyone.
During my childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood, I played for my school as well as for professional and amateur clubs such as Millonarios, América Los Diablos Rojos de Bogotá, and Club Los Búhos. I was also convoked to join the youth divisions of the Colombian National soccer team under the direction of Finot Castaño.
I received a wide variety of awards, including the gold ball trophy for best soccer player of the year for two consecutive years in my city, and top striker of several tournaments at high school, recreational, and competitive levels in both Colombia and the United States.
I say that passion and putting your best effort and heart are always the path to success in anything you do — whether it is soccer, any other sport, or your professional career.
Executive Director & Club Manager
Kamilla Raymond
My education and professional experience is in World Economy as well as Marketing and Advertising, but I also share a deep passion for sports and understand its benefits. During my adolescence, I played volleyball for my high school and my city's team in Kazakhstan.
I strongly believe that sports improve physical activity and health, promote social connections, improve academic performance, and teach important life skills. Exercise reduces cortisol (the stress hormone) while releasing endorphins and increasing serotonin — all of which play an important role in feeling good.
Playing a sport and contributing to a team create a sense of accomplishment that improves self-esteem and confidence. I am a big advocate of the benefits of sports in children and adults alike.
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