Competitive Classic/Select Play (Ages 11U-19U)
Classic Soccer Mission Statement: It is the mission of the NCYSA Classic program to provide an environment to foster soccer competition at the highest level: age appropriate development of players who demonstrate talent and commitment with the desire to excel; and an appropriate level of team competition and the values of good sportsmanship to all who participate.
Introduction: The NCYSA Classic league, first introduced in the Spring of 1979, is a statewide league under the direction of the Executive Board position of Vice President of Classic. The Classic Director administers the Classic program at the NCYSA State Office.
Divisions: Within Classic League play there are different divisions of play. Boys and Girls starting at the 11U can tryout for the age appropriate team.
- Classic Premier League
- Classic First Division
- Classic Second Division
- Classic Third Division
Selection Process/Tryouts: Tryouts will be held at the beginning of the season. SSA will post "Supplemental Tryouts" for various teams that are in need of additional players. All interested players must register for tryouts. All players interested in SSA's Classic program must attend tryouts at the beginning of the season, dates and times will be posted on the website and social media. Players unable to participate in the initial tryouts may request a supplemental try-out by contacting the Classic Director. We strongly encourage all interested players to attend our initial tryouts, as this is when teams will be formed and rosters may fill up.
Classic teams are based on the player's birth year. Any/all exceptions to this rule, will be made by our staff. If it has been determined that a player should be challenged at a different age/division, our staff will discuss this with the parent's and player(s) prior to making the final decision.
Within each age, players are placed on teams based on skill level, ability, and attitude.
- Girls & Boys U11-U14 will compete in the Fall and Spring seasons.
- Girls U15-U18 will play in Fall season only.
- Boys U15-U18 will play Spring season only.
Time and travel commitment: A high level of dedication is required and players are expected to attend practices on a regular basis. Coaches may schedule practices up to three times each week and teams can play matches on both Saturdays and Sundays during the season.
Regular Season: A Classic season typically includes eight to twelve regular league matches with half played at home and half played away. Classic away travel is generally within a three hour drive with competing teams usually in Wilmington, Jacksonville, New Bern, Wilson, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, Fayetteville, Clayton, and Holly Springs. Each family is responsible for securing their child’s transportation to the practices and matches. Teams can participate in tournaments at an additional cost to the team.
Trainings: Classic/Select players should expect to train two or three times a week (1 hour to 2 hours each). SSA Classic/Select Soccer is coached by a trained coaching staff.
Cost Estimate:
Uniform Cost: Classic soccer requires the purchase of a team uniform (approx. $100-$200) and uniforms are usually updated in 2 year cycles.
Registration Cost:
U11-U14 - $520.00 includes Spring and Fall
U15-U18 - $260.00 Fall (Girls) or Spring (Boys)
Team fees: Fees will vary but are typically $50-$100 per month per player. Each team’s fees are calculated based on actual player numbers, matches played, travel and tournaments.
Forms:
Competitive Play Financial Contract- financial contract.pdf
Competitive Play Financial Obligation Work Sheet- ssacompetitiveplayfinancialobligationworksheet.pdf
Rules:
NCYSA Classic Handbook- ncysa classic hand book.pdf
Other Information:
Notification to Travel Instructions- https://www.ncsoccer.org/ntt
Expectations for Competitive Play-
expectations_for_competitiveplay.pdf
Insurance Information- https://www.ncsoccer.org/insurance