Soccer Clubs in Raleigh, North Carolina

Carolina Velocity FC is a youth soccer organization based in North Carolina, operating across four regions: Raleigh, Coastal, Sandhills, and Mebane. Established in 2018, the club provides comprehensive opportunities for boys and girls of all ages and skill levels, specifically serving age groups from U7 through U19. Carolina Velocity FC distinguishes itself through its commitment to player development, emphasizing high-caliber professional coaching from licensed full-time staff with international experience. The club implements an innovative curriculum designed to foster technically skilled and intelligent players within a dynamic and positive learning environment. Carolina Velocity FC offers a clear pathway for players aspiring to collegiate and professional careers. Their competitive programs include participation in MLS Next, the National Premier League (NPL) for U13-U19 teams, and the Development Player League (DPL) for U13-U18 girls, which provides eligibility for the Girls Academy League (GA). The club also competes in the NCYSA league and the National Academy League (NAL). Carolina Velocity FC fosters a close-knit, family-like atmosphere and engages in community initiatives, such as partnerships with organizations like Rise Against Hunger.

Leagues: MLS Next 2

NCFC Youth is a prominent youth soccer organization based in Raleigh, North Carolina, serving the expansive Research Triangle and Wake County areas. Established in 1974 as Capital Area Soccer League (CASL), the club merged in 2017 to form NCFC Youth, becoming the largest youth-to-professional soccer club in the United States. It provides comprehensive programming for nearly 17,000 youth players annually, ranging from recreational to elite competitive levels for ages 2.5 to 19. A key distinguishing feature is its robust player pathway, which consistently develops athletes for collegiate play across NCAA Divisions I, II, and III. NCFC Youth hosts significant events, including the annual visitRaleigh.com Showcase Series, attracting over 1,600 teams and 500 college coaches. The club's top competitive programs include teams participating in the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) for both boys and girls, and the National Premier Leagues (NPL). NCFC Youth is committed to fostering a high-quality soccer environment and serves as a valuable community partner within the broader North Carolina FC family, which includes professional soccer teams.

Leagues: ECNL Girls, ECNL Boys, ECNL RL Girls, ECNL RL Boys