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Dear Members,
We've had a busy spring season! Our association has grown to record numbers, and we're excited to announce the addition of two new leagues, North Carolina Soccer League (NCSL) and Transylvania Adult Soccer Association (TASA).
Carolinas Cup Charleston 8 v 8 kicks off Memorial Day Weekend! Over 65 teams are registered - 19 teams are from North Carolina! There's still time to register. Make your holiday a weekend of competitive soccer! While you're there, spend time at the beach and enjoy music, art, and food at Charleston's Spoleto Festival.
Mark your calendars! USASA Soccer Fest returns to Greensboro in July! Registration is still open.
Don't forget! Your NCASA membership provides access to all USASA sanctioned tournaments nationwide! No need to buy additional tournament passes.
If you're not currently an active NCASA member, but plan to attend tournaments, please purchase a Player Pass. Both Annual & Tournament Only passes are available.
We hope you had a successful spring season, and we look forward to seeing you at our tournaments this summer!
-NCASA Board of Directors
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USASA AED Reimbursement Program
Cardiac arrest is among the leading causes of death in the United States. According to the American Heart Association, 436,000 cardiac arrest deaths occur each year in the U.S.(1)
Getting help as soon as possible is critical because the chance of survival decreases with every passing minute.
After three to five minutes of cardiac arrest, irreversible brain damage can occur. After about 10 minutes, the patient likely will not survive.
Unfortunately, the average response time for first responders (once 911 is called) is 8-12 minutes. An AED can help someone in distress until first responders arrive, and help save a life! (2)
An AED, or automated external defibrillator, is a sophisticated, yet easy-to-use, medical device that analyzes the heart's rhythm and, if necessary, delivers an electrical shock, or defibrillation, to help the heart re-establish an effective rhythm.(3)
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Recognizing the need for AEDs to be made available at adult soccer games, USASA launched its AED Reimbursement Program in 2024, to provide a $250 reimbursement for member AED purchases.
Building on the financial support provided by USASA, NCASA helped further subsidize the purchase of AEDs bringing the total AED cost down to $400! Less than half the normal cost!
30 leagues and teams took advantage of this opportunity, which shows how seriously everyone takes player safety.
NCASA is pleased to be able to offer an AED subsidy to our leagues, and to participate in the USASA AED Reimbursement program. NCASA is looking into ways to continue this program in future years.
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North Carolina Soccer League (NCSL) Statewide Elite Soccer!
This spring, NCASA launched NCSL a new statewide Men's Competitive Division with two adult soccer powerhouses at the helm Chairman, Cedric Burke (Tobacco Rd FC) and Commissioner, Darius Ejlali (NCASA Executive Director.)
Following a highly successful inaugural season, the league plans to expand to eight teams in fall 2024.
2024 Spring Inaugural Season Teams:
Say Word FC - Greensboro
NC United FC - Greensboro
Central Raleigh FC - Raleigh
Le Riverry FC - Jacksonville
Team registration for fall opens May 15th! Reach out to Darius Ejlali for more information.
The fall season kicks off August 18th!
Follow NCSL:
Instagram @ ncsoccerleague
X (formerly Twitter) @NCsoccerleague
Facebook.com/ncsoccerleague
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USASA 2024 Region III Amateur Cup Tournament
North Carolina teams are gearing up for the Region III Amateur Cup Tournament set to take place June 7-9, 2024 at the incredible MESA Complex in Greenville, SC. Once again, our fair state is well represented at this National Amateur Cup qualifier!
Come support our North Carolina Teams!
Tobacco Rd FC - Amateur Men's
Winger FC - Women's Amateur
Shot Callers - Women's Amateur
Tobacco Rd FC - Men's Over 30
GM Warriors FC - Men's Over 30
Sporting TRFC - Men's Over 40
Wanderers - Men's Over 40
As always NCASA is proud to support our NC teams advancing to regionals by covering their Region III entry fees and helping cover some of their travel expenses. Best of luck to our teams!
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National Amateur Cup!
This year is the historic 100th anniversary of the National Amateur Cup soccer tournament, July 25-28, 2024 in DeKalb, Illinois.
The best men’s and women’s teams from around the country will vie for the prestigious title of National Amateur Cup champion! The men’s champion receives a place in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup competition.
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Queen City Cup!
Back by popular demand, the 9th annual Queen City Cup will be held August 3-4, 2024.
This premier Charlotte event offers a variety of divisions including Open, Coed, Women’s, Men’s Over 40 & Charity. Cash prizes, food trucks, top referees, are just a few reasons why this is a tournament not to be missed!
Registration Opens: May 17th Follow Queen City Cup on Facebook @QueenCityCup
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Tournament Round Up!
Almost 400 players from North Carolina participated on 26 teams in 8 divisions at the Beer City Cup tournament in Savannah over the first weekend in March. Thank you to all who participated at this fantastic event!
Next up for the NC based Beer City Cup will be Indianapolis July 6-7 at the Grand Park Sports Complex, in Westfield, IN.
Then get ready for Beer City Cup Asheville over Labor Day Weekend with Team registration opening on June 1st.
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Pitt Greenville Goals!
As a state association, supporting our leagues is our top priority. That is why NCASA offers grants to help our leagues provide fun, competitive and safe soccer.
This spring, the NCASA Board of Directors awarded an equipment grant to Pitt Greenville Soccer Association Adult League (PGSAAL) for the purchase of soccer goals.
Up until now, PGSAAL used 11v11 sized-goals for its 8v8 league play. PGSAAL decided that it was in the best interest of the league to switch to appropriate-sized goals to improve player experience, and in turn, increase player registration.
PGSAAL reached out to NCASA and requested NCASA assistance with making this purchase. The Board reviewed the request, and unanimously approved a purchase of three sets of 7’ x 21’ goals from PEVO Sports a Wilmington, NC manufacturer.
Here’s to many top bins, PGSAAL!
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New League Announcement!
NCASA is proud to welcome Transylvania Adult Soccer Association (TASA) as our newest league member. TASA’s first season begins June 2024 in Transylvania County, launching with at least six coed 8v8 teams. TASA plans to offer Men’s, Women’s, and Over 40's divisions in future seasons.
“TASA’s mission is to promote healthy competition, camaraderie, community engagement, and supporting the growth and development of youth soccer through collaboration with Transylvania Youth Soccer Association (TYSA), according to TASA President, Adam Spencer.
We wish TASA a successful first season!
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Carolinas Cup 8v8, Charleston SC, May 25 & 26
Beer City Cup 8v8, Indianapolis IN, July 5 & 7
USASA Adult Soccer Fest 11v11, Greensboro NC, July 10 - 14
Queen City Cup 11v11, Charlotte NC, August 3 & 4
Beer City Cup 8v8, Asheville NC, August 30 - September 1
Celebrate the Tatas 8v8, Huntersville NC, October 5 & 6
Beer City Cup 8v8, Nashville TN, November 9 & 10
Carolinas Cup 11v11, Winston-Salem NC, December 7 & 8
If you are not an active member, register for a Player Pass! to access nationwide tournaments.
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TST Volunteers Needed!
The Soccer Tournament (TST) returns to Cary, NC, June 3-10th! Two home-grown North Carolina teams, Tobacco Road FC and Say Word FC are playing in the event! Come out and root for our local lads!
Volunteers are needed to support this fun, high-stakes soccer event! There are a variety of positions available, many of which give you an up close and personal view of the world class players, as well as behind-the-scenes access to the tournament that has electrified the soccer world.
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ORDER YOUR NC SOCCER LICENSE PLATE!
Support the beautiful game! When you renew a "Support Soccer" license plate, North Carolina Soccer receives $15.00. The funds are used to promote:
- Youth and Adult Soccer
- NC Soccer Hall of Fame
- Referee Development
- Coaching Education
- Field Enhancement Projects
Order Your Plate Today!
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