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Lake Norman Soccer youth players competing on a grass field at golden hour in Mooresville, NC.

2025–2026 Season Tryouts

Tryouts are open.
The next season starts here.

Lake Norman's home for competitive, modern soccer — from first kick to final whistle. US Club Soccer–sanctioned pathways, 17 licensed coaches, and a 250-player development pipeline trusted by families across Mooresville, Cornelius, Davidson, and Huntersville.

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  • 38Competitive teams U7–U19
  • 17Licensed UEFA & USSF coaches
  • 250+Players in the development pipeline

When & Where

Dates, locations, and fees by age group.

Four age bands, four tryout windows. Every player registers online before arriving — walk-ups are not guaranteed a slot. Pre-register to receive field assignments 48 hours in advance.

  1. Foundations — Boys & Girls

    DatesMay 12–13, 2025 · Mon & Tue · 5:30–7:00 PM

    LocationLangtree Park, Field 4 · Mooresville, NC

    FormatTwo sessions, no cuts — every child plays in evaluation matches.

    $35

    per player · non-refundable

    Register U7–U10

  2. Academy — Boys & Girls

    DatesMay 14–15, 2025 · Wed & Thu · 5:30–7:30 PM

    LocationLangtree Park, Fields 1–3 · Mooresville, NC

    FormatTwo technical sessions plus 11v11 evaluation match. Invite-only second round May 19.

    $45

    per player · non-refundable

    Register U11–U13

  3. Select & Travel — Boys & Girls

    DatesMay 19–21, 2025 · Mon–Wed · 6:00–8:00 PM

    LocationLangtree Park, Fields 1–5 · Mooresville, NC

    FormatThree-session evaluation: technical, tactical, 11v11. Roster offers within 72 hours.

    $55

    per player · non-refundable

    Register U14–U16

  4. Premier & College Pathway

    DatesMay 22–24, 2025 · Thu–Sat · 6:00–8:30 PM

    LocationLangtree Park, Fields 1–5 · Mooresville, NC

    FormatShowcase-style evaluation including Hudl-filmed segments for SportsRecruits profiles. Open to all college-track athletes.

    $65

    per player · non-refundable

    Register U17–U19

Sibling discount: $10 off each additional player registered in the same transaction. Financial assistance available — email [email protected] before tryouts.

A youth goalkeeper laces cleats beside an open gear bag before a Lake Norman Soccer tryout session.

Tryout mornings at Langtree Park, Mooresville.

Tryout Day Prep

Show up ready. Six items, ten minutes.

Parents tell us the morning goes smoothly when these are squared away the night before. We've coached 3,400+ player-years since 2008 — this list is built from what actually causes delays at check-in.

  • Cleats & shin guards

    Well-broken-in cleats (not fresh out of the box) and regulation shin guards. No metal cleats permitted at any age.

  • Club shirt or plain white tee

    Current club training shirt if returning; otherwise a plain white tee with shorts and socks. Goalkeepers: bring gloves.

  • Water — labeled, filled

    At least 32 oz of water per session. No shared coolers at tryouts; we want every player's bottle clearly named.

  • Pre-registration confirmation

    QR code or printed receipt from your online registration — speeds up check-in and field assignment.

Download Tryout Packet (PDF) Back to Dates & Fees

Questions the morning of? Call the club line at +1 (704) 799-LNSC (5672) after 7:00 AM. Coaches are on the field by 5:15 PM.

Player Development Pathway

Find the right level for your player's age band.

From first kicks at U7 to college showcases at U19, every Lake Norman Soccer evaluation is mapped to a development stage. Read the band that matches your child's birth year to understand what coaches will look for and where a roster spot places them.

U7 and U8 academy players practicing dribbling drills on a grass pitch at the Lake Norman Soccer training complex.
Ages 4–9 · U7–U10

Junior Academy

The first stop on the competitive pathway. Two training sessions per week paired with small-sided festival weekends — no league standings, no cut-throat results. Coaches focus on ball mastery, coordination, and a love of the game. Evaluation here is invitation-based for players entering our U7–U10 age groups.

  • Two 75-minute field sessions per week
  • Eight festival weekends per fall and spring season
  • 1:8 coach-to-player ratio at every session
  • No travel required — all sessions within the Lake Norman region
View Junior Academy details →
Ages 10–13 · U11–U13

Select

The bridge between academy and travel. Players train three times a week and compete in the NCYSA Select League against clubs from across the Charlotte metro. Tryouts here determine the A, B, and developmental rosters for the coming season — and the first year a player wears a Lake Norman match kit on the road.

  • Three weekly sessions, including one goalkeeper-specific block
  • NCYSA Select League home and away schedule
  • Introduced to Hudl film review and individual development plans
Select evaluation criteria →
Ages 13–16 · U14–U17

Travel

Our competitive core. U14 through U17 rosters compete in the US Club Soccer–sanctioned Southeast Conference with regional travel across North and South Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee. Every travel player receives a Hudl highlight package and a SportsRecruits profile at the start of their U15 year.

  • Four weekly training sessions plus strength & conditioning
  • US Club Soccer–sanctioned regional fixtures
  • 100% Hudl and SportsRecruits coverage for U15–U17
  • Pre-college ID camp invitations for standout U17s
Travel & college pathway →
Ages 17–18 · U18–U19

Showcase

The final stage. Showcase rosters train year-round and play a college-friendly fall schedule built around showcase events attended by NCAA Division I, II, and III recruiters. Coaches work hand-in-hand with families on athletic recruiting, academic fit, and the NCAA eligibility timeline.

  • Year-round training with a winter futsal block
  • Targeted college showcase schedule (NCFC, ECNL, Disney)
  • One-on-one recruiting plan with our college placement liaison
  • Postseason participation in NCYSA State Cup
Showcase recruiting plan →

Not sure where your player fits? Our director of coaching reviews every registration and will follow up by phone within two business days to confirm the right band before tryouts begin.

Why Families Choose Lake Norman

A pipeline trusted across the four-county region since 2008.

38 Competitive teams fielded across U7–U19 boys & girls
17 Licensed UEFA & USSF 'A'/'B' coaches on staff
42 College-committed athletes across the past three graduating classes
2008 Founding year — Lake Norman's first US Club Soccer affiliate

Members of US Club Soccer, NCYSA, and the U.S. Youth Futsal national affiliate network. Recognized by SoccerWire as a 'Top 50 Boys Club' in the Southeast for 2022 and 2023.

Tryout Registration · Fall 2025

Register for Tryouts

Complete this form to reserve an evaluation slot. A member of our director of coaching staff will follow up by email within one business day to confirm your player's age band, evaluation times, and field location at our 145 Langtree Road complex in Mooresville.

  • What to bring: Cleats, shin guards, water, and a ball. Goalkeepers should bring their own gloves.
  • Tryout fee: $25 per player, waived for U7–U9 academy evaluations.
  • Make-up date: A single alternate date is offered for players with prior commitments. Details shared after registration.
Questions before you register? Call our front office · (704) 799-5672 Email [email protected]

Player & Parent Information

Fields marked with an asterisk are required.

Submitting this form holds your evaluation slot. You'll receive a confirmation email with field assignments, what to bring, and directions to our Mooresville complex within one business day.