Juniors
This is a 1 season program for age groups U15 - U18. The purpose of this program is to develop the best players in our area and showcase their talent. We want to raise the level of football in our area. The way to do this is to get rid of the barriers that prevent talented footballers from playing. In order for your player to improve they must play with and against better players. Eliminating the Pay to Play Model allows talented players from our area to tryout for one of our Junior teams. Only the best 18 (16 field players & 2 goalkeepers) will be selected. Talented footballers who were not able to afford club football before are now able to participate. The cost of the Juniors program is as follows:
A-Juniors(U18 Boys & Girls ) Free
B-Juniors (U17 Boys & Girls) Free
C-Juniors (U16 Boys & Girls) Free
D-Juniors (U15 Boys & Girls) Free
Whats the catch?
Your player must be a talented footballer!
The family must accept our club values, standards, and policies (link to values, standards, and policies)
The family must pay for the player’s game and training kits
Frequently Ask Question?
How much does the program cost?
The cost of the program is $0. There are cost associated with the program such as uniform kits and travel expenses. Travel expense (gas, hotel, food, etc.) and uniform kits are the responsibility of the family.
Is this an outreach program?
No, This is a competitive program where our aim is to develop the best players in our area and showcase their talent.
What does the competition structure look like?
We attend local and out-of-state tournaments and showcases. We will compete in local and in-house scrimmages to prepare for our tournaments/showcases. We do not play league games.
What if I cannot make it to practices but I can come to all the games?
Then you cannot participate in the program.
Do we have to pay for tournaments entry fees?
No! The player does NOT pay to play! Tournament entry fees are paid by ERFC. What you will have to pay for are travel expenses.
What if I do not have a ride to practices?
Then you cannot participate in the program. You must consistently attend training to improve. Until we are able to work out transportation opportunities we cannot hold your spot….give us time!
How far do you plan to travel?
Initially, our first year we will attend tournaments/showcases between South Carolina & Virginia (approx. 3 hours away). In the near future we will seek to attend national and international showcase tournaments.
How many tournaments and tournaments per season?
Approximately 2 showcases and 2 tournaments.
Where will practices be held?
The facility is TBD, though all practices are local within Greensboro.
Is there equal playing time?
Absolutely NOT!
I heard that to improve you need game minutes. If my child won’t see the field how will they develop?
Your player needs to play with and against better players to improve. If your players want to see the field then he/she must improve to the point where they are better then the starting 11.
OK smart guy, what does my kid need to do get better so they can see the field?
To train with better players (come to practices and fight for minutes).
Do I have to do volunteering and team bonding?
Yes, if you receive 3 unexcused absences you will be released from the team and another player will fill your spot.
How much does volunteer and team bonding initiatives cost?
The is no volunteering nor team bonding fee. There may be travel expenses which are the responsibility of the family.
Will you have a B team or a lower team in each age group?
No, the is 1 team per age group. There will not even be Pay to Play option.
Address
101 S. Elm Street Suite# 28
Greensboro, NC 27401