Challenge soccer is a competitive program that requires players to try out and provides a higher level of competition and commitment than our Recreation program, but lower time and financial commitment than Classic. Challenge is offered to players born between 2015-2005 (ages 9-19) and is led by Challenge Director Jamie Corti.
Teams in the Challenge program are formed by birth year (not grades) and require a full-year commitment that includes both a Fall season (August - November) and a Spring season (February - May).
Quick Facts:
In order to be evaluated for the Challenge program, new players must:
Parents/Guardians should create an account in their name and add each child as a participant. If you already have an existing PlayMetrics account, please login to register. We will reach out to all players registered for tryouts the week prior to tryouts. If you have any questions, please email us at Challenge@ncfcyouth.com.
Current Challenge players interested in returning to their team do not need to complete an Intent to Play and will receive a Team Invite through PlayMetrics in mid-April. (U15-U19 Challenge Boys will receive their Team Invites in October for the Spring season).
We will be holding Challenge tryouts in June for U15-U19 (2009-2005) Girls and U9-U14 (2015-2010) Boys and Girls. Dates are listed below.
U15-U19 (2009-2005) Boys will have tryouts in November/December, as they play only during the Spring.
For 2015-2010 players, tryouts are a two-day event. Players are expected to attend both days. 2009-2005 Girls tryouts are one night only.
Players will need to check in with Challenge staff to get their tryout bib and field assignment. Check-in opens an hour prior to each tryout session—come check in with us anytime during that window. Players only need to check in on the first day of their tryout.
Times & Field Locations will be updated the first week of May.
2015 Boys and Girls Tryouts
Date | Location | Times |
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Saturday, June 3 | WRAL Soccer Park | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM |
Sunday, June 4 | WRAL Soccer Park | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM |
2014 Boys and Girls Tryouts
Date | Location | Time |
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Saturday, June 3 | WRAL Soccer Park | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM |
Sunday, June 4 | WRAL Soccer Park | 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM |
2013 Boys and Girls Tryouts
Date | Location | Time |
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Wednesday, June 7 | WRAL Soccer Park | 5:30 PM - 6:45 PM |
Thursday, June 8 | WRAL Soccer Park | 5:30 PM - 6:45 PM |
2012 Boys and Girls Tryouts
Date | Location | Time |
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Wednesday, June 7 | WRAL Soccer Park | 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM |
Thursday, June 8 | WRAL Soccer Park | 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM |
2011-2010 Boys and Girls Tryouts
Date | Location | Time |
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Monday, June 5 | WRAL Soccer Park | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM |
Tuesday, June 6 | WRAL Soccer Park | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM |
2009-2005 High School Girls Tryouts
Date | Location | Time |
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Thursday, June 1 | WRAL Soccer Park | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM |
Dates below are for the 2022-23 season.
Date | Description |
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February 20th | Practices Begin |
Mar 11th-12th | #1 Play Date |
Mar 18th-19th | #2 Play Date |
Mar 25th-26th | #3 Play Date |
April 1st-2nd | #4 Play Date (1st weekend WCPSS Spring Break) |
April 8th-9th | No Games |
April 15th-16th | #5 Play Date |
April 22nd-23rd | #6 Play Date |
April 29th-30th | #7 Play Date |
May 6th-7th | #8 Rain Make Up Weekend |
Challenge teams participate in NCFC Youth's Challenge Scheduling League which is sanctioned by NCYSA.
Game schedules are available to view both through NCYSA's SINC Website as well as your team's PlayMetrics page.
To view Schedules in PlayMetrics, login to your account, click on your Team's page and then on the Games tab at the top.
Players select a designated region during registration, which helps determine team assignment. We make every effort to place players on age-appropriate teams in their selected region of choice.
2023-24 Club Fees
NCFC Youth Challenge players who accept a spot on a Challenge team are committing to the full year (barring extenuating circumstances), will pay the Challenge Club Fee upfront or in installments, and purchase a uniform kit every two years.
Age Group | Full Year Fee |
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2015 (U9) - 2014 (U10) | $600 |
2013 (U11) - 2012 (U12) | $630 |
2011 (U13) - 2010 (U14) | $640 |
2009 (U15) - 2005 (U19) | $400 |
Date | U9-U10 | U11-U12 | U13-U14 | U15-U19 |
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Acceptance Fee | $150 | $155 | $160 | $200 |
July 15 | $150 | $160 | $160 | $200 |
September 15 | $150 | $155 | $160 | -- |
October 15 | $150 | $160 | $160 | -- |
Fall 2021 begins the first year of our 2-year Adidas uniform cycle. NCFC Youth Challenge players will be using the Challenge uniform kit through the end of the Spring 2023 season.
All Challenge players are required to wear the NCFC Grey Training Top at all training/practices. Navy shorts and Navy socks should be worn to training. We recommend Adidas shorts and socks.
AWAY HOME PRACTICE
Uniform Size | Approx. Cost* |
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Youth Kit | $175 |
Adult Kit | $189 |
*Estimated uniform costs are based on minimum required uniform kit items and do not include taxes or shipping, if applicable, and may change based on sizes, mix of sizes, etc.. Economy shipping is free on orders over $100.
We provide a number of coaching education opportunities to coaches at all skill levels. Click the links below to learn more.
Qualified candidates must have passion, energy, enthusiasm, and desire to work with young players.
Print, study and execute these pre-designed practice sessions to help you plan for the season.
All Challenge Coaches must abide by the five points of the Coaches Code of Conduct.
Read the Code →
Everything Team Managers need to know before, during and after the season!
Our Team Manager Handbook provides you with information on
responsibilities and tips.
Read more about Challenge Policies including refunds, coaches expense, insurance, and try-outs.
Please direct any questions to your area administrator:
Assistant Challenge Director,
U9-U12Age Group Administrator
Comuníquese con el administrador de Español, Ramon Gallardo o Giovanni Solis
Monday 11 AM–4 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–4PM
Wednesday 11 AM–4 PM
Thursday 11 AM-4 PM
Friday 9 AM-2 PM