Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Youth Soccer Programs in Charlotte, NC
Founded in 1974, Charlotte Junior Soccer is a volunteer-driven organization dedicated to fostering a lifelong love of soccer in children from JK through 12th grade. Our recreational programs operate year-round with fall and spring seasons, emphasizing skill development, sportsmanship, and a healthy, inclusive environment. Since 1994, we have partnered with Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation to maintain and improve designated fields, funding critical infrastructure projects like lighting installations and turf repairs. Our volunteer Division Coordinators organize teams based on grade level, prioritizing balanced rosters to maximize playing time while accommodating limited buddy requests.We provide free coaching clinics, manuals, and hands-on support from our Director of Coaching, Bryan Mogford, to ensure quality instruction. Financial transparency and community engagement guide our operations, including refund policies for late registrants and waitlist management. Field safety and maintenance remain top priorities, with protocols for weather-related closures and goal safety. Our 50-year legacy reflects a commitment to accessible, equitable youth sports programming in central Charlotte.
Services
Youth Soccer Programs
Volunteer Coaching Support
Field Maintenance
Registration Management
Capital Improvement Projects
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- Volunteer-driven organization with 50 years of local youth soccer experience
- Free coaching clinics and hands-on support from certified Director of Coaching
- Partnership with Mecklenburg County for field maintenance and infrastructure improvements
- Structured divisions ensuring balanced team rosters and maximum playing time
- Transparent refund policies and waitlist management for equitable access
Services
Youth Soccer Programs
Structured soccer programs for children JK-12 with fall and spring seasons. Age-appropriate divisions ensure skill development and fair competition. Volunteer coaches receive training resources and field maintenance support.
Volunteer Coaching Support
Free clinics and manuals for parent volunteers. Director of Coaching provides hands-on practice support and game-day guidance to ensure quality instruction and player development.
Field Maintenance
Ongoing field improvements through partnerships with Mecklenburg County. Includes lighting installations, turf repairs, and safety upgrades to maintain playable conditions across multiple Charlotte parks.
Registration Management
Online registration system with seasonal deadlines and waitlist protocols. Ensures equitable team placement while accommodating late registrants when possible.
Capital Improvement Projects
Community-funded projects enhancing soccer facilities. Recent initiatives include parking lot construction, fence extensions, and irrigation system installations at key Charlotte parks.
People
Bryan Mogford
Director of Coaching
Bryan Mogford oversees coaching education and field support for Charlotte Junior Soccer. He provides clinics, manuals, and hands-on training to volunteer coaches across all divisions.
Questions
What age groups does Charlotte Junior Soccer serve?
We offer programs for children from JK through 12th grade, with divisions based on grade level and age requirements.
How do I register my child for soccer?
Register online during designated periods: June 1-August 1 for fall, January 1-February 1 for spring. Late registrations are placed on waitlists.
Can I volunteer as a coach?
Yes! We encourage parent volunteers. Coaches receive free training resources and support from our Director of Coaching.
How are teams formed?
Division Coordinators create balanced teams considering grade level, practice day availability, and limited buddy requests. Coaches cannot form teams independently.
What happens during field closures?
Check our website for updates by 4 pm weekdays, 7:30 am Saturdays, or 11 am Sundays. Decisions for worsening conditions are made at the field by referees and coaches.
Are there opportunities for community involvement?
Yes! Volunteer opportunities include coaching, field maintenance, fundraising, and division coordination roles. Contact us for details.
