Dec. 6, 2016 – We Became North Carolina Football Club
Dec. 6, 2016 – We Became North Carolina Football Club
Exactly one year ago today, the club announced a brand repositioning, officially revealing the North Carolina Football Club to the public and announcing its intentions to revolutionize soccer in the Triangle area. North Carolina FC was announced as the official name of the men’s team as well as its intentions to bring the highest levels of men’s and women’s soccer to the Triangle. Below are some of the key dates and accomplishments from this memorable year.
Jan. 9, 2017 – North Carolina Football Club Acquires Western New York Flash, Creates NC Courage
Exactly one year ago today, the club announced a brand repositioning, officially revealing the North Carolina Football Club to the public and announcing its intentions to revolutionize soccer in the Triangle area. North Carolina FC was announced as the official name of the men’s team as well as its intentions to bring the highest levels of men’s and women’s soccer to the Triangle. Below are some of the key dates and accomplishments from this memorable year.
Jan. 9, 2017 – North Carolina Football Club Acquires Western New York Flash, Creates NC Courage
The North Carolina Football Club purchased the NWSL’s Western New York Flash and relocated the team to Cary, N.C., changing the team’s name to the North Carolina Courage during the process.
Jan. 31, 2017 – North Carolina Football Club Submits Bid for Major League Soccer Franchise
The North Carolina Football Club took the next step in the #919toMLS campaign by submitting an official bid to enter the expansion process.
March 10, 2017 – CASL and TFCA Enter Historic Strategic Collaboration with North Carolina FC
The club entered a historic collaboration with CASL and TFCA to create NCFC Youth, the largest youth-to-professional soccer club in the United States. The move added nearly 14,000 members to the club and completed the team’s youth-to-pro ladder.
March 22, 2017 – North Carolina FC Hosts Atlas FC
North Carolina FC hosted its first match wearing the new crest and colors at Sahlen’s Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park. While Altas FC walked away with a narrow 2-1 victory, the New State of Soccer had officially started in front of a crowd of more than 8,000 people.
April 22, 2017 – NC Courage Makes Home Debut in Front of Record Crowd
After opening the season with 1-0 victory at the Washington Spirit, the home fans got to witness the NC Courage for the first time. The team didn’t disappoint and added a 1-0 victory in front of more than 6,000 fans.
The North Carolina Football Club purchased the NWSL’s Western New York Flash and relocated the team to Cary, N.C., changing the team’s name to the North Carolina Courage during the process.
Jan. 31, 2017 – North Carolina Football Club Submits Bid for Major League Soccer Franchise
The North Carolina Football Club took the next step in the #919toMLS campaign by submitting an official bid to enter the expansion process.
March 10, 2017 – CASL and TFCA Enter Historic Strategic Collaboration with North Carolina FC
The club entered a historic collaboration with CASL and TFCA to create NCFC Youth, the largest youth-to-professional soccer club in the United States. The move added nearly 14,000 members to the club and completed the team’s youth-to-pro ladder.
March 22, 2017 – North Carolina FC Hosts Atlas FC
North Carolina FC hosted its first match wearing the new crest and colors at Sahlen’s Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park. While Altas FC walked away with a narrow 2-1 victory, the New State of Soccer had officially started in front of a crowd of more than 8,000 people.
April 22, 2017 – NC Courage Makes Home Debut in Front of Record Crowd
After opening the season with 1-0 victory at the Washington Spirit, the home fans got to witness the NC Courage for the first time. The team didn’t disappoint and added a 1-0 victory in front of more than 6,000 fans.
July 19, 2017 – North Carolina Football Club Hosts MLS Executives, Holds #919toMLS Rally and Releases Initial Stadium Renderings
July 19, 2017 – North Carolina Football Club Hosts MLS Executives, Holds #919toMLS Rally and Releases Initial Stadium Renderings
In one of the biggest days in club history, North Carolina Football Club welcomed MLS executives to the Triangle, hosted a #919toMLS rally to showcase the Triangle’s support for MLS and revealed its initial stadium renderings for an entertainment, sports and stadium complex in downtown Raleigh.
In one of the biggest days in club history, North Carolina Football Club welcomed MLS executives to the Triangle, hosted a #919toMLS rally to showcase the Triangle’s support for MLS and revealed its initial stadium renderings for an entertainment, sports and stadium complex in downtown Raleigh.
July 22, 2017 – North Carolina FC Draws 0-0 with Swansea City, Remains Undefeated Against Premier League Opponents
North Carolina remained undefeated against opponents from the English Premier League, as Swansea City AFC concluded its preseason tour with a 0-0 draw against North Carolina FC. The match brought more than 7,000 fans to Sahlen’s Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park to witness just the second ever visit to the Triangle from a Premier League team.
Sept. 1, 2017 – NCFC and NC Courage Academy Teams Begin 2017-18 Season
A combined 14 Academy teams have taken the field representing North Carolina Football Club. Four from the inaugural NC Courage Academy and 10 from NCFC Youth Academy ranging in age from 12-19 make up an important branch in the club’s youth-to-pro system.
Sept. 27, 2017 – NC Courage Wins NWSL Shield with Victory over Houston
July 22, 2017 – North Carolina FC Draws 0-0 with Swansea City, Remains Undefeated Against Premier League Opponents
North Carolina remained undefeated against opponents from the English Premier League, as Swansea City AFC concluded its preseason tour with a 0-0 draw against North Carolina FC. The match brought more than 7,000 fans to Sahlen’s Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park to witness just the second ever visit to the Triangle from a Premier League team.
Sept. 1, 2017 – NCFC and NC Courage Academy Teams Begin 2017-18 Season
A combined 14 Academy teams have taken the field representing North Carolina Football Club. Four from the inaugural NC Courage Academy and 10 from NCFC Youth Academy ranging in age from 12-19 make up an important branch in the club’s youth-to-pro system.
Sept. 27, 2017 – NC Courage Wins NWSL Shield with Victory over Houston
The NC Courage claimed its first major trophy in franchise history by clinching the NWSL Shield with a 4-0 victory over the Houston Dash. The Courage dominated the regular season with a record of 16W-1D-7L for 49 points.
Oct. 8, 2017 – NC Courage Advances to NWSL Championship with 1-0 win over Chicago
In front of a sellout crowd of 10,017 fans, the NC Courage advanced to the NWSL Championship after Denise O’Sullivan fired in the game-winning goal in the 90th minute.
Oct. 14, 2017 – NC Courage Ends Season at 2017 NWSL Championship
The Courage concluded its record-breaking season in Orlando, Fla., at the NWSL Championship, as the Portland Thorns narrowly won by a 1-0 result. Despite the final result, the Courage had plenty to be proud of, as it set or equaled several records in the 2017 NWSL Regular Season including 12 shutouts in a single season, 16 regular season wins, and seven goals by rookie standout Ashley Hatch.
Oct. 22, 2017 – USWNT Downs Korea Republic at Sahlen’s Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park
The NC Courage claimed its first major trophy in franchise history by clinching the NWSL Shield with a 4-0 victory over the Houston Dash. The Courage dominated the regular season with a record of 16W-1D-7L for 49 points.
Oct. 8, 2017 – NC Courage Advances to NWSL Championship with 1-0 win over Chicago
In front of a sellout crowd of 10,017 fans, the NC Courage advanced to the NWSL Championship after Denise O’Sullivan fired in the game-winning goal in the 90th minute.
Oct. 14, 2017 – NC Courage Ends Season at 2017 NWSL Championship
The Courage concluded its record-breaking season in Orlando, Fla., at the NWSL Championship, as the Portland Thorns narrowly won by a 1-0 result. Despite the final result, the Courage had plenty to be proud of, as it set or equaled several records in the 2017 NWSL Regular Season including 12 shutouts in a single season, 16 regular season wins, and seven goals by rookie standout Ashley Hatch.
Oct. 22, 2017 – USWNT Downs Korea Republic at Sahlen’s Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park
Sahlen’s Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park was home to another historic match in 2017, as the United States Women’s National Team returned to the venue. Featuring four NC Courage players, including first-time call up McCall Zerboni, the United States outclassed Korea Republic in a 6-0 win. Samantha Mewis recorded her first-ever brace for the national team in front of her home fans, while Abby Dahlkemper added an assist and Lynn Williams also scored a goal.
Oct. 22, 2017 – North Carolina FC Qualifies for the 2017 NASL Playoffs
Following a 1-1 draw with San Francisco and a 4-4 draw between the New York Cosmos and Jacksonville Armada FC, North Carolina FC secured its spot in the 2017 playoffs, ending a four-year postseason drought.
Nov. 5, 2017 – North Carolina FC Concludes 2017 Season in NASL Semifinal
North Carolina FC’s postseason run ended with a narrow 1-0 loss to the eventual NASL Champions San Francisco Deltas. The breakout season saw NCFC return to the postseason for the first time since the 2012 season and earn the most points on the road in a single season in club history.
Nov. 16, 2017 – North Carolina FC Joins United Soccer League (USL)
Sahlen’s Stadium at WakeMed Soccer Park was home to another historic match in 2017, as the United States Women’s National Team returned to the venue. Featuring four NC Courage players, including first-time call up McCall Zerboni, the United States outclassed Korea Republic in a 6-0 win. Samantha Mewis recorded her first-ever brace for the national team in front of her home fans, while Abby Dahlkemper added an assist and Lynn Williams also scored a goal.
Oct. 22, 2017 – North Carolina FC Qualifies for the 2017 NASL Playoffs
Following a 1-1 draw with San Francisco and a 4-4 draw between the New York Cosmos and Jacksonville Armada FC, North Carolina FC secured its spot in the 2017 playoffs, ending a four-year postseason drought.
Nov. 5, 2017 – North Carolina FC Concludes 2017 Season in NASL Semifinal
North Carolina FC’s postseason run ended with a narrow 1-0 loss to the eventual NASL Champions San Francisco Deltas. The breakout season saw NCFC return to the postseason for the first time since the 2012 season and earn the most points on the road in a single season in club history.
Nov. 16, 2017 – North Carolina FC Joins United Soccer League (USL)
North Carolina FC announced an exciting move to the United Soccer League (USL) following the end of the 2017 season. The move ensures that NCFC will continue to play at the highest level possible in a league that has a proven relationship with Major League Soccer and has experienced impressive growth in North America. The move also reignites many regional rivalries that have spanned over 20 years.
Nov. 29, 2017 – North Carolina Football Club Remains on Track for #919toMLS
The North Carolina Football Club was not among the finalists for the first round of MLS expansion, but the club is still in the running for the next round and continues its commitment to bringing an MLS franchise to the Triangle. NCFC is currently making progress in securing a stadium deal and adding fan and corporate support.
North Carolina FC announced an exciting move to the United Soccer League (USL) following the end of the 2017 season. The move ensures that NCFC will continue to play at the highest level possible in a league that has a proven relationship with Major League Soccer and has experienced impressive growth in North America. The move also reignites many regional rivalries that have spanned over 20 years.
Nov. 29, 2017 – North Carolina Football Club Remains on Track for #919toMLS
The North Carolina Football Club was not among the finalists for the first round of MLS expansion, but the club is still in the running for the next round and continues its commitment to bringing an MLS franchise to the Triangle. NCFC is currently making progress in securing a stadium deal and adding fan and corporate support.