The Wake FC Classic Juniors program is an elite development program for players in the 10U and 12U age groups. Girls and Boys Classic Juniors teams participate in Classic divisions above their natural age level. The 10U aged teams will compete in 9v9, 11U divisions, while 12U aged teams will compete in 11v11, 13U divisions.
Tryouts
Classic Juniors teams are formed at tryouts and are selected by Wake FC Classic directors. Players try out within their natural groups. Age groups are determined by birth year.
Seasons
Classic Juniors teams are a full-year commitment and play a fall season and spring season in a league division matched to their level. The fall season typically runs from mid-July to mid-December, while the spring season begins in mid-January and runs until mid-May. Training may extend into the off-season period.
Travel
Classic Juniors compete in local/regional classic-level competitions that require various amounts of travel throughout NC depending on the division's opponents. Depending on the team, tournament travel can be local, regional or even national if appropriate. Tournaments are determined under guidance of Wake FC directors & coaches.
Practices
All Classic Juniors teams train three times a week with an optional fourth session. Goalkeepers receive complimentary training during the season. Practices are held at regional field locations. For all practice locations, see our field directory.
Coaches
The Classic Juniors Coaching Staff features a variety of playing and coaching experience. Our Classic coaching staff holds various USSF, UEFA and United Soccer Coaches licenses and have combined playing experience at the youth national, collegiate and professional levels.
Coaches have been matched within teams and age groups to promote player development. Classic coaches are paid staff members who are expected to promote Wake FC's core values and continue to educate themselves in the game. All coaches are risk managed and work directly with Wake FC directors to create the best training environment possible.