Membership Overview

Welcome to the NCYSA New Membership information webpage! Here you will find important dates on applying for New Membership, instructions and guidelines for applying and sample documents to help you with the process. Please click the links at the right for detailed information and the FAQ's below for quick answers.

Level 1 (Recreation with the NC Youth Academy program) are accepted any time throughout the seasonal year.  These applications will be evaluated and approved by the staff of NCYSA.  The NCYSA Board of Directors only considers and votes on Level 2 (Challenge) or Level 3 (Classic) Memberships at the Winter AGM (held in JAN or FEB) and the June Mid-Year Board of Director’s Meetings.  The deadline dates are listed below. Please keep checking this page for the latest info on those dates. All documents must be received by NCYSA by the dates listed below to be considered.

 2020-2021 Meeting Dates for New Membership

June 6, 2020  Mid-Year Board of Director’s Meeting
DUE TO THE PANDEMIC, THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

Level 1 applications (Recreation with NC Youth Academy program) are accepted at any time throughout the seasonal year.  The initial application for New Membership shall be for only membership at the Recreation level of play.

Level 2 and above applications - April 7, 2020 = 60 days prior
Mergers and Development of Umbrella Groups - April 7, 2020 = 60 days prior   

January 24, 2021  Annual General Meeting

Level 1 applications (Recreation with NC Youth Academy program) are accepted at any time throughout the seasonal year.  The initial application for New Membership shall be for only membership at the Recreation level of play.

Level 2 and above applications - November 25, 2020 = 60 days prior
Mergers and Development of Umbrella Groups - November 25, 2020 = 60 days prior

Use the tabs to the right of this web page.  Please read each page very carefully so that you may better understand NCYSA and what you will need to apply for New Membership. Incorrect or incomplete applications, rules, bylaws, etc. will not be accepted!

How Can My Soccer Organization Become A Member of NCYSA?

Level 1 applications (Recreation with NC Youth Academy program) are accepted at any time throughout the seasonal year.  The initial application for New Membership shall be for only membership at the Recreation level of play. These applications will be evaluated and approved by the staff of NCYSA.

Level 2 (Challenge) and Level 3 (Classic) applications are voted on twice a year at our Board of Director's Meetings. 

Please view the pages on the link above for information and email Joette Kivett with questions.

What are the Benefits of Joining NCYSA?

NCYSA offers three levels of play - Classic (competitive), Challenge (a competitive step above Recreation), and Recreation.

As well, we offer access to the Olympic Development Program (ODP), TOPSoccer (a special needs soccer program), Soccer Across America, and the NCYSA Youth Academy (a structured learning environment for ages 8-12, with an emphasis on development). 

NCYSA also offers association visits by State Staff and Administrators to help and meet with you and your membership.

Please see the BENEFITS page, linked at the right.

Does our Organization Need to be an Official Non-Profit?

Yes, you must have a Determination Letter from the IRS, like a 501(c)(3).

When Do We Have to Get Documentation to NCYSA?

Level 1 applications (Recreation with NC Youth Academy program) are accepted at any time throughout the seasonal year.  The initial application for New Membership shall be for only membership at the Recreation level of play. These applications will be evaluated and approved by the staff of NCYSA.

Level 2 (Challenge) and Level 3 (Classic) applications are considered at our TWO Board of Directors Meetings each year. 

Depending on the level of membership you are seeking, you will need either thirty days (30) or sixty days (60) notice to get your documents to NCYSA.

What Documents Are Needed to Apply?

Those documents can be found here.

NCYSA Has Your Application - What’s Next?

THE FOLLOWING ITEMS MUST BE RETURNED TO NCYSA
PO Box 18229 - Greensboro, NC 27419

  • New Member Application, with Fee
  • New Member Questionnaire
  • Officers Commitment Form
  • Articles of Incorporation and ByLaws
  • Association Rules
  • 501 (c)3 Determination Letter

What if We Wish to Become a Conduit Member?

You will find documents with those details here. You should email Joette Kivett for details on how to become a Conduit Member.

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