ATHLETIC TRAINERS

Athletic Training Information

Our Athletic Training services (AT) are available to all NCFC players as part of all Club fees. AT includes, but is not limited to, injury evaluation, taping, stretching, icing, and soccer specific rehabilitation for any injury. Our Head Athletic Trainer, Jason Bailey, is certified in Athletic Training, Strength and Conditioning, Performance Enhancement, and Corrective Exercise, and he is supported by certified Athletic Trainers from Wake Orthopaedics. The training room is conveniently located at WRAL Soccer Park, and it is generally open during training sessions on the weekdays and mornings/afternoons on game weekends. Thanks to our partnerships with Wake Orthopaedics, ATCs also provide coverage during the season on designated nights at Thomas Brooks Park, Wake Competition Center, Middle Creek, and on tournament weekends.

When can I see an Athletic Trainer?

Any NCFC player can see our Athletic Trainers at our WRAL Soccer Park during the season between the following hours or make an appointment by emailing  atc@ncfcyouth.com. 




Day Time
Monday - Thursday 3:30 PM - 8:15 PM
Friday 3:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

*All dates and times are subject to change


If you are being seen for an injury that causes you to miss practice, you must sign-in every time you see the Athletic Trainer. Our Classic Directors receive an injury sign-in email prior to the start of every training to stay updated on the status of our players. 




Athletic Training Staff

Jason Bailey, MS, ATC, CSCS, CES, PES

NCFC Youth's Head Athletic Trainer, Jason Bailey, is a certified athletic trainer with certifications in Strength and Conditioning, Performance Enhancement, and Corrective Exercise. Jason graduated from East Carolina University for undergraduate University of North Carolina at Greensboro for his Master’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science and with a concentration in Athletic Training. Jason has been with NCFC Youth since 2010, providing care for the athletes and helping them return to the fields. Jason enjoys playing golf, watching soccer, and spending time with family.

Tyler Cahill, MS, ATC, LAT

Tyler grew up in Vineland, New Jersey. He graduated from Rowan University with a bachelor’s in health and exercise science, and then continued his education at Temple University getting his masters in Athletic Training. During his time at Temple he had clinical rotations with Temple men’s soccer, Temple women’s gymnastics, University of Pennsylvania men’s soccer, and Drexel men’s and women’s basketball. Tyler enjoys playing soccer, surfing, and cooking during his free time.

Nicholas Conde-Palmer, LAT, ATC

Nick graduated from East Carolina University in 2019. Since then, he has worked with high school and collegiate soccer teams before joining the club in 2022. He grew up in the triangle region and is excited to provide high quality healthcare to his community.

Mallory Wells, LAT, ATC

Mallory graduated from East Carolina University in 2020 with her BS in Athletic Training. She worked as an athletic trainer in the school system for 2 years before joining the club in 2022. Being a former multi-sport athlete herself, Mallory has a passion for helping athletes return to the sport they love through the skills that her athletic training education has given her. 



Rehabilitation

Thanks to Wake Orthopaedics, Luke Hudson, PT, DPT, will work with physicians and our ATCS to ensure your injured athlete is rehabbed appropriately and to the highest standards of care.

Concussions

All NCFC athletes who think they have experienced a concussion MUST be cleared by a Concussion Specialist Physician before final Clearance from our Athletic Training Staff.

Concussions

Other Athlete Care Resources

Raleigh Radiology is here for your athlete's and entire family's medical imaging needs - MRI, CT, Ulstrasound, 3D Mammography, X-ray, Nuclear Medicine, & Bone Density. Raleigh Radiology prides itself on having the best sub-specialized radiologists, convenient locations, accountable fee structure & state of the art technology. 

WakeMed Urgent Cares and Emergency Departments: Locations are convenient to our families all over the county

Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care (located near WRAL Soccer Park): offers high-quaility & convenient orthopedic care, even at the most inconvenient times. Treatments include sprains, strains, dislocations, fractures, ligament tears, cast/splint issues, cuts/lacerations, sports injuries, pediatric injuries, and more. Open Monday - Friday (8am - 9pm) and Weekends/Holidays (9am - 1pm). 

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