Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) was founded to provide a top class, development, training, and competition platform for youth soccer players in the United States. National and Regional Teams are formed and train across the Triad.
After the player has been evaluated, they may receive an invitation to participate on a developmentally-appropriate Pre-ECNL, Regional or, National League team.
Program Information | 11U-12U Pre-ECNL | 13U-14U Regional League | 15U-19U Regional League | 13U-14U National League | 15U-19U National LEague | 15U-19U Elite Fall Training Program* |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Months Active | Aug-May | Aug-May | Nov-May | Aug-May | Nov - May | Aug-Oct |
Team Training | 3x Per Week | 3x per week | 3x per week | 3x per week | 3x per week | 3-4x per week |
GK Training | 1X Per Week | 2x per week | 2x per week | 2x per week | 2x per week | 2x per week |
League Matches | 18-20 per year | 18-20 per year - VA, NC, SC | 12-20 per year - NC, SC | 18-20 per year - VA, NC, SC | 18-20 per year - VA, NC, SC | 6-10 games |
Tournaments | 3-4 Events per year | 3 Events per year | 3 Events per year | 3 Events per year | 3 Events per year | 1 Showcase |
Match Filming | Select Games | Select Games | Select Games | Select Games | Select Games | Select Games |
College & Career Support | Included | Included | Included | |||
Nutrician, strength & mental skills | Included | |||||
Futsal/Yoga | Included | Included | Included | Included | ||
6-8 Webinars | Included | Included | ||||
Middle & High School Soccer Permitted | Permitted, not advised | Permitted, not advised | Permitted | Permitted, not advised | Permitted | Not permitted |
Weekly individualized feedback | Included | Included | Included | |||
Monthly individualized feedback | Included | Included | Included |
*Players accepting a spot in the Elite Fall Training Program will automatically be rostered on the age appropriate ECNL team for the Nov-May season.
Supplemental Tryouts for players in the 15U-19U age groups will be conducted
on November 12th and 13th to fill any open roster spots on teams for the 2025 spring season.
Tuesday, 12th @ Truist Sports Park- WS (field #3)
Wednesday, 13th @ Bryan Park- GSO (field #7)
PLAYERS MUST REGISTER BEFORE ATTENDING THE TRYOUT SESSIONS
Current ECNL & ECNL RL players from outside of NC Fusion are not permitted to attend.
Please reach out to the appropriate director with any programming questions.
Pre-ECNL (birth years 2013-2014): Elijah Evans - eevans@ncfusion.org
ECNL & ECNL RL (birth years 2012-2006): Adam Reekie - areekie@ncfusion.org
Date | Description |
---|---|
April 29 - May 16, 2024 | Annual Tryouts, view the tryout schedule for specific age group dates |
August 12 | First week of Fall Season: 11U-12U Pre-ECNL, 13U-14U ECNL/ECNL RL |
Aug 12 -Nov | Fall Training Program 16U-19U |
Nov | 15U-19U ECNL/ECNL RL begin training (after conclusion of the HS season) |
Dec 11 | Last week of Fall Season - all Teams |
TBA | 11U-12U Pre-ECNL & 15U-19U ECNL Winter Training |
Jan 8 | First Week of Spring Season - all teams |
May 27 | Last Week of Spring Season - all teams |
* Post Season play: TBD | |
** All schedules subject to change |
Game and tournament schedules will be provided by your coach at the start of each season and can be found on the team calendar in your PlayMetrics account.
Program | Season | Fee |
---|---|---|
Registration Fee* | $50 | |
11U-12U Pre-ECNL | fall and spring seasons | $2,550 |
13U-14U ECNL RL | fall and spring seasons | $3,250 |
15U-19U ECNL RL | late fall and spring seasons | $3,050 |
13U - 14U ECNL | fall and spring seasons | $3,650 |
15U-19U ECNL | late fall and spring seasons | $3,650 |
Elite Fall Training Program** | fall season | $500 |
* A $10 discount will be offered up until May 1st
** Players accepting a spot in the Elite Fall Training Program will automatically be rostered on an age appropriate ECNL team for the Nov-May season. The total fee will be $4,150 to participate for the 2024-25 soccer year.
Payment Plan Due Dates | 11U-12U Pre-ECNL | 13U-14U ECNL RL | 15U-19U ECNL RL | 13U ECNL | Elite Fall Training Program + ECNL |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Acceptance Fee | $255 | $325 | $305 | $365 | $415 |
Jul 15 | $255 | $325 | $305 | $365 | $415 |
Aug 15 | $255 | $325 | $305 | $365 | $415 |
Sep 15 | $255 | $325 | $305 | $365 | $415 |
Oct 15 | $255 | $325 | $305 | $365 | $415 |
Nov 15 | $255 | $325 | $305 | $365 | $415 |
Dec 15 | $255 | $325 | $305 | $365 | $415 |
Jan 15 | $255 | $325 | $305 | $365 | $415 |
Feb 15 | $255 | $325 | $305 | $365 | $415 |
Mar 15 | $255 | $325 | $305 | $365 | $415 |
Total Fees | $2,550 | $3,250 | $3,050 | $3,650 | $4,150 |
REGISTRATION FEE: The registration fee is paid before tryouts, or supplemental tryouts. This fee covers a dry-fit training shirt, evaluators, and all admin associated with registration/placement process.
PAYMENT OPTIONS: Fees may be paid in full, 5 and 10 month payment plans are also available. There will be a $3.00 processing fee added to each payment.
PROGRAM FEES: Include all of the following: Coaches, director of soccer, administration, operating system, fields/facility maintenance, referee assignor fees, communication, insurance, training equipment, video technology, sports psychology sessions, US Club/NCYSA dues, player cards, background checks, registrars, intent to play fees, coaching education, parent education, individual player development tools, College Fit Finder, college recruitment coordinator, sports performance analyst, referee fees, tournament fees and coaches travel. Program fees are all inclusive except for the uniform and personal travel expenses.
LATE PAYMENTS: Players will be ineligible to participate in training, games or tournaments if the account becomes 15 days past due.
UNIFORMS: The cost of the uniform and other required gear is not included in the program fees. We are entering the second year in a 2-year uniform kit cycle. Returning players are not required to purchase a new uniform. Players new to the competitive program or new to NC Fusion are required to purchase a new uniform and gear for the 2023-24 season.
CAMP FEES/ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS: Supplemental programming is not included and is optional, players must register for camps and additional programs.
REGIONAL/NATIONAL EVENTS: Program fees do not include the additional expenses associated with participation in regional and national events for qualifying teams. Additional expenses may include tournament registration, coach's travel expenses, as well as individual player's travel expenses. NC Fusion will support and promote any fundraising efforts organized by the team to help offset team and player expenses.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE - NC Fusion is dedicated to provide opportunities in sport to all youth, regardless of the ability to pay, to the extent that financial assistance funds are available. Up to 80 percent of program fees may be awarded based on demonstrated need. To apply, go to the Programs section in your PlayMetrics account and select the Financial Aid tab. You will need to be prepared to provide proof of income documents.
We will be entering the first year in a two-year Adidas uniform cycle for the 2024/2025 soccer year. All players will be required to purchase a new uniform kit and all required items outlined below prior to the start of the fall season.
In addition to the uniform kit, all Pre-ECNL, ECNL RL and ECNL players are required to have two NC Fusion dry-fit training shirts (with the Kickback Jack's logo), backpack, and warm-up jacket and pants. A rain jacket and stadium parka are recommended items.
A link to the Soccer.com online store to purchase the uniform and all other required gear will be provided to you after tryouts have concluded. All jersey numbers will be assigned.
Name | Position | |
---|---|---|
Chris Williams | Head of Boys ECNL Programming | cwilliams@ncfusion.org |
Steve Diamond | Assistant Head of Boys ECNL Programming | sdiamond@ncfusion.org |
Kiley Cirillo | Head of Soccer Operations | kcirillo@ncfusion.org |
Kristen Strain | Chief Administrative Officer | kstrain@ncfusion.org |
Copyright NC Fusion (c) 2022