Juniors
Juniors
Our most competitive program for U8–U10 players, providing age-appropriate coaching, individual development, and consistent player support to prepare players for Classic and beyond.
Juniors
Juniors prepares players to progress at the Classic level and beyond through a dedicated coaching staff providing quality, age-appropriate instruction at these key age groups.
Juniors is the most competitive program offered for U8–U10 players. The focus is on development of the individual player in a group setting, while a low coach-to-player ratio allows for consistent player support.
The Juniors Program and coaching staff are led by Juniors Director Etienne Boulanger, Assistant Director Doug Prewett, and regional directors.
Quick Facts
- Most competitive NCFC Youth program offered for U8–U10 players
- Low coach-to-player ratio
- Consistent individual player support
- Development-focused training environment
Player Development
- Individual development within a group environment
- Age-appropriate instruction
- Strong technical foundation
- Prepares players for Classic and beyond
Training
- Training twice per week
- Monday and Thursday sessions
- 90 minutes per training session
- Dedicated Juniors coaching staff
Fall
Primary Juniors season running from August through the beginning of November.
Winter
Developmental winter training period taking place during November and December.
Spring
Primary Juniors season running from February through April.
Juniors Evaluations
All new players interested in the NCFC Youth Juniors Program must complete an Intent to Play registration and participate in the evaluation process.
Intent to Play Registration
New players must create a PlayMetrics account in order to register for Juniors evaluations. Parents or guardians should create the account in their own name and add each child as a participant.
Families with an existing PlayMetrics account may simply log in and complete the Juniors Intent to Play registration.
NCFC Youth will reach out to all players registered for evaluations during the week before evaluations begin.
Evaluation dates, times, and locations for the 2027–28 Juniors season will be announced at a later date. Players should plan to attend both evaluation days once the schedule is released.
| Region | Age Group | Day 1 | Day 2 | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DCH | U8–U10 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA |
| HSFV | U8–U10 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA |
| North | U8–U10 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA |
| South | U8–U10 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA |
NCFC Youth Age Group Lookup
Enter your child's birth date to find their age group for the 2026–27 season.
Junior Elite
Top U10 players identified during Juniors Evaluations may be invited to participate on Junior Elite teams.
Junior Elite Teams
Junior Elite teams may be formed in each region depending on the quality of players at evaluations and at the discretion of the Juniors Director. These teams function similarly to a U11 Classic team and provide an additional competitive development opportunity.
Important Dates
Field Locations
Players select a designated region during registration, which determines team assignment.
Raleigh / Wake Forest
Cary / Apex / Morrisville
Club Fees
Juniors Club Fees may be paid upfront or through an installment plan. The Acceptance Fee is due when a player accepts a roster spot.
| Payment | U8–U10 |
|---|---|
| Acceptance Fee | $155 |
| Installment 1 – Jun 15 | $155 |
| Installment 2 – Jul 15 | $155 |
| Installment 3 – Aug 15 | $155 |
| Installment 4 – Sep 15 | $155 |
| Installment 5 – Oct 15 | $155 |
| Installment 6 – Nov 15 | $155 |
| Installment 7 – Dec 15 | $155 |
| Installment 8 – Jan 15 | $155 |
| Installment 9 – Feb 15 | $155 |
| Total | $1,550 |
Club Fees Include
- Field rentals and usage
- Coaching staff and education
- Juniors Festivals and Play Dates
- Access to our Athletic Trainer
- Support staff and materials
- NCYSA registration and insurance
Mid-Season Pricing
Players joining mid-season will have their 2026–27 program fees prorated based on the date they join the team.
Please contact the Juniors Program Director for specific pricing information.
Juniors Uniforms
Fall 2026 will be the second year of the current two-year Adidas uniform cycle. Juniors players will use this uniform kit through the end of the Spring 2027 season.
Contact Us
Please direct questions to the appropriate Juniors Director for your region.
Interested in NCFC Youth Juniors?
Complete an Intent to Play registration or contact the Juniors staff to learn more about the program and evaluation process.
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