For our youngest players, Kickstarters is an introductory Recreation program for players, ages 2.5 - 4 years old. Our Kickstarters will learn age appropriate activities to develop a love for the ball across six sessions. Each session will be focus a skill of the day using themed games to promote movement education, physical coordination and positive relationships.
Kickstarters is $75 per season and includes a soccer ball and NCFC jersey.
Due to the structure of the Kickstarters, the Recreation Program Early Bird Discount does not apply to U4 registration. However, if registering for BOTH fall and spring seasons, you will receive a $20 full year discount at checkout.
Registration is open for Spring 2020!
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Format
All Kickstarters players will practice every Saturday morning for one hour. Players will not be placed on teams; they will practice as a group and play age appropriate games.
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Region |
Available Sessions |
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Raleigh | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
Cary | 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM | 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM | -- |
Durham | -- |
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM | -- |
| Holly Springs | -- | -- | 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
Important Dates
Fall 2019
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September 7 |
Play Date #1 |
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| October 5 |
| Play Date #5 |
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September 14 | Play Date #2 | | | October 12 |
| Play Date #6 |
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September 21 | Play Date #3
| | | October 19 |
| Rain Makeup #1 |
September 28 | Play Date #4
| | | October 26 |
| Rain Makeup #2 |
Spring 2020
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March 7 |
Play Date #1 |
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| April 11
(Easter Weekend) |
| No Practice |
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March 14 | Play Date #2 | | | April 18
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| Play Date #6 |
March 21 | Play Date #3
| | | April 25 |
| Rain Makeup #1 |
March 28 | Play Date #4
| | | May 4 |
| Rain Makeup #2 |
| April 4 | Play Date #5 | | | | | |
Location & Fields
Raleigh
Raleigh training sessions will be held at Triangle Town Center Mall turf field (3751 Sumner Blvd #170, Raleigh, NC 27616). The outdoor turf field is located in the Outdoor Commons Area of Triangle Town Center Mall (next to Barnes and Noble).
Field Map
Cary
Cary training sessions will be held at Davis Drive, field 4C (1610 Davis Dr, Apex, NC 27532).
Field Map
Durham
Durham training sessions will be held at Hillandale Elementary School Field 1 (2730 Hillandale Rd, Durham, NC 27705).
Field Map
HSFV
HSFV training sessions will be held at William Freeman Park (215 Lawrence St, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526).
Field Map
Coaches
Mary Puckett oversees Kickstarters and will be the head coach in Cary. Derek Lang oversees our HSFV location, while Lindsey Schuler manages DCH, and Keith Marine leads Raleigh. Mary, Derek, Lindsey, and Keith will be assisted by additional experienced coaches each Saturday.
Coach Mary has coached with NCFC for 3 years and holds her USSF C License, USC Advanced National Diploma, and USSF National Youth License. She has a bachelor's degree in exercise and sport science and a master's degree in kinesiology with a concentration in motor learning and control. Coach Mary is full time with NCFC Youth as an administrator.
Coach Keith has over 20 years of coaching experience at all levels, U4 - Professional. Keith holds a USSF National "B" license, a NSCAA National Diploma and a US Youth National Youth License. This is his 3rd season with the Kickstarters. Keith has a bachelor's degree in leadership & management. Currently, Coach Keith is the Branch President at Associa HRW, a Community Association Management company.
Coach Derek has 14 years of coaching experience, and holds his NCYSA "E" License and Youth I and II License. He has his bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and currently serves as the Turf and Utility Platform Emissions Compliance Engineer for John Deere.
Coach Lindsey has over 10 years of coaching experience and holds both a National "D" license and a National Youth license. She has a bachelor's degree in Biology and is currently a Development Manager for Fidelity Information Systems.
Equipment
All players must bring a water bottle, wear athletic clothes, and shin guards. Cleats are recommended.
Policies
A parent or guardian must remain at the field with his/her player.
Read more about NCFC Recreation Policies including refunds, uniforms, insurance, and equipment.
Policies