NCFC Youth is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Lane Meyer Scholarship, a $2,500 award given to exceptional college-bound, NCFC Youth seniors who have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in academics, athletics, friendships, and community service — the pillars that define Lane Meyer's legacy.
Each year, the family of Lane Meyer and the scholarship review committee selects recipients from NCFC Youth applicants who have distinguished themselves on and off the field. This year, three outstanding student-athletes have been selected for their achievements and unwavering dedication to their teams, schools, and communities.
Please join us in congratulating the 2025 Lane Meyer Scholarship recipients:
Addison Faris
High School: Heritage High School
NCFC Youth Teams: 07 NCFC WF United Black, ECNL 07 Elite G
Future Plans: Addison will attend the
University of South Carolina, where she plans to study International Business, Business Management, and/or Chinese Language & Culture. A strong leader and high-achieving student, Addison has balanced academic excellence with competitive play, embodying the values of teamwork and global citizenship.
Davis Sauls
High School: Wakefield High School
NCFC Youth Team: 06 ECNL Elite
Future Plans: Davis will be attending
UNC Chapel Hill, with plans to study Business. Known for his discipline on the pitch and in the classroom, Davis exemplifies maturity, resilience, and a commitment to lifelong learning — qualities that will serve him well as he continues in this next chapter.
Katie Paulakonis
High School: Middle College High School at Durham Tech
NCFC Youth Team: 06/07 ECNL G
Future Plans: Katie is headed to
Bellarmine University, where she intends to major in Exercise Science Sports Performance. A dedicated athlete with a passion for health and wellness, Katie has consistently demonstrated compassion, perseverance, and a drive to make a positive impact in her community.
We are incredibly proud of Addison, Davis, and Katie, and we look forward to seeing all they will accomplish in the next chapter of their lives. Congratulations to these inspiring student-athletes — your NCFC Youth family celebrates you!
To learn more about Lane Meyer and the Lane Meyer Scholarship, which is awarded each year to at least 1 boy and 1 girl in NCFC Youth Challenge soccer or higher, click here.
