ELITE CLUBS NATIONAL LEAGUE
BOYS PROGRAMS

Program Information


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.

Tryouts


BOYS SCHEDULE

Birth Year Age Group Tryout Day 1 Location Tryout Day 2 Location Time Program
2006 19U May 13 BP May 14 TSP 6:30pm ECNL & ECNL RL
2007 18U May 13 BP May 14 TSP 6:30pm ECNL & ECNL RL
2008 17U May 13 BP May 14 TSP 5:15pm ECNL & ECNL RL
2009 16U May 8 BP May 9 TSP 6:30pm ECNL & ECNL RL
2010 15U May 8 BP May 9 TSP 5:15pm ECNL & ECNL RL
2011 14U May 6* BP May 7 TSP 6:30pm ECNL & ECNL RL
2012 13U May 6* BP May 7** TSP 5:15pm ECNL & ECNL RL
2013 12U May 13 BP May 14 BP 6:30pm Pre-ECNL
2013 12U May 15 TSP May 16 TSP 6:30pm Pre-ECNL
2014 11U May 13 BP May 14 BP 5:15pm Pre-ECNL
2014 11U May 15 TSP May 16 TSP 5:15pm Pre-ECNL

*May 6th Tryout date cancelled due to weather, has been rescheduled for May 10th at Bryan Park, same time

** May 7th Tryout date cancelled due to weather, has been reschedule for May 15th at Bryan Park at 5:15pm


LOCATIONS:

BP = Bryan Park, 6105 Townsend Rd, Browns Summit, NC 27214

TSP = Truist Sports Park, 428 Twins Way, Bermuda Run, NC 27006


Players must register before attending. 


Players should plan to attend both nights of tryouts.  Tryout sessions will last 1 hr 15 minutes.


Players not selected for the Pre-ECNL, ECNL RL and ECNL teams will be invited to attend the Classic tryouts in the self-selected location.



Register Here

Important Dates 


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 Fees


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.

Uniforms


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.

Click here to purchase additional Fan Gear

Contacts


Name Position Email
Adam Reekie Head of Boys ECNL Programming areekie@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
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