Youth Boys and Girls Soccer Club
WE ARE RISE
We’re thrilled to introduce you to Charlotte Rise FC! Rise FC is a youth soccer club for young boys and girls. Our club provides an environment where young soccer players can learn, grow, and shine. You’ll train under the guidance of professional soccer coaches with experience in coaching youth, college, and professional players. Rise FC is committed to enhancing the skills of both new and advanced soccer players.
From mastering fundamental techniques to developing advanced soccer techniques, we’re dedicated to helping every player achieve their best. So, whether you envision a future in professional soccer or simply love the excitement of the game, Charlotte Rise FC is your place to be!
At Rise, we work on promoting lifelong skills to our players. We promote:
- Teamwork
- Nutrition
- Specialized Soccer Training
- Physical Conditioning and much more
- Honesty
- Individual Skill Development
- Competitive Opportunities
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Testimonials
PARENTS’
FEEDBACK
“Hudson has learned so much about shooting and dribbling, and he’s really learned some soccer techniques.”
PARENTS’
FEEDBACK
“Our daughter, Mia, really loves the team coaches. It’s a real family, feel great atmosphere and all the coaches and the directors really do a great job of communicating…”
PARENTS’
FEEDBACK
“We came home from the practice and I am being taught all about Maradona move, scissors, V, L move, passing, and shooting… she has cones and her little goal out and keeps practicing. SHE LOVES SOCCER and it is all because of RISE FC. Thank you”
PARENTS’
FEEDBACK
“I am sending a note and tell you how surprised I am at Evelyn’s 180 from last spring to this fall. She is excited to go to soccer practices and looks forward to the games. Her effort level is also up considerably. We just appreciate your approach and patience as she develops with her teammates.”
Players’
FEEDBACK
“My favorite thing about Rise FC is coming to practice and having fun with my coaches and friends.”
Players’
FEEDBACK
“My favorite thing about RISE FC is the fun and the family and the competition.”
Players’
FEEDBACK
“My favorite part about RISE FC teammates is that they are very nice and welcoming and they feel like family.”
Rise above the Rest
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Our Mission
At Charlotte Rise FC, our mission is to offer the local youth community opportunities for personal growth and development through soccer. We are dedicated to instilling values of discipline, teamwork, and good sportsmanship. We uphold high standards both on and off the soccer fields in Charlotte, NC.
Our club provides a safe and nurturing environment where our professional soccer coaches can guide youth players to reach their fullest potential. We warmly welcome players aged U5-U19, spanning all skill levels. At our Youth Soccer Club, players build meaningful and trusting bonds, experience the richness of diversity and inclusion, maintain physical fitness, and cultivate a lifelong passion for soccer.
Our ultimate goal as a premier Charlotte Youth Soccer club is to motivate, inspire, and empower our players throughout their time with our teams. We firmly believe that every player has an ability to shine!
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The Coaches
Mike Spangler
Macey Kurtz
Greg Henschel
Greg Henschel
Director of Soccer Coaching
As Rise FC’s Director of Soccer Coaching, Greg provides a unique depth of soccer development experience. Greg has the unique perspective and background of 29 seasons of Head Collegiate Coach, 25+ years of youth soccer coaching, extended time in Europe (working with and studying Chelsea, Vitesse, Real Madrid, Spanish National program), and most importantly raising his 2 daughters though their youth soccer experience. His collegiate and professional playing experience also provides first-hand understanding of what it takes to maximize each players’ potential. Greg oversees every part of Rise FC, serving as each team’s consultant and instructor. In his role he provides guidance and technical, tactical, cultural support ensuring each player & team has vertical integration and progression throughout the youth soccer experience. You will find steady, consistent, common-sense leadership to every scenario in Rise FC. His analytical ability to break down every aspect of the game to age-appropriate concepts and terminology is unique and helps players passion for the game grow. His passion to encourage Rise FC’s teams to “score the next goal” is present in all that the club does. Greg and the Rise FC staff work with unwavering commitment to provide a top-level standard of accountability, development, integrity, and excellence.
Mike Spangler
Macey Kurtz
Macey Kurtz
Youth Soccer Coach
Macey’s unique perspective comes from her strong playing background and years of youth coaching experience. She finished her competitive playing experience playing 4 years with Winthrop University primarily as an outside defender and received All-Big South recognition during her time there. She was also on the Dean’s list and National Society of Collegiate Scholars. During her time in Winthrop athletics, she also served on the Student Athlete Advisory Council and on the Leadership Committee of Fellowship of Christian Athletes. She has been a youth soccer coach influencing & teaching young soccer players since 2017. Her grounded, common-sense approach is paired with her US Soccer coach licensing background to bring a unique, age-appropriate youth soccer learning experience to every Rise FC player. Rise FC players & teams enjoy her ability to communicate clearly and specifically foster tremendously confident players.
Mike Spangler
Greg Henschel
Mike Spangler
Youth Soccer Coach
As Rise FC’s Soccer Coach, Mike brings 18 years of youth soccer coaching background in addition to 20+ years of playing high level soccer including competing in a 3-week international tournament with a youth national team. His caring and engaged approach with every player is a constant in his interaction and demeanor. He has a tremendous ability to reach players to inspire their passion and development in soccer. His completion of his US Soccer licenses ensures your child will receive age-appropriate specific skills, progression, and support. He completed the Adult and Youth Mental Health First Aid license. He intentionally shares his passion to cause his players/teams to enjoy & pursue the development process as much as the great results. He is always available for a conversation/interaction that will leave you and your child inspired to come back to the field for the next soccer highlight. As a father of a Division 1 female athlete he understands the commitment, drive, and support that it takes to maximize a child’s potential. Every Rise FC player can be assured that Mike is constantly watching for the next opportunity to inspire and impact your child’s development. Please reach out to Mike for more information about joining Rise FC at [email protected].
Macey Kurtz
Greg Henschel
About Us
Charlotte Rise FC was founded by an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon who played collegiate soccer at a high level. The idea of Rise FC was inspired by the founder’s personal experiences and his recognition of a community need: an outlet for youth to thrive both on and off the soccer field.
Rise FC is committed to providing soccer excellence and the long-term athletic development of youth, both boys and girls. We regularly organize seminars and meetings, collaborating with experts in youth sports development. These sessions aim to educate our players and their families on vital topics such as nutrition, fitness, and injury prevention. We stand by our mission of both development of athletes and people.
At Charlotte Rise FC, we prioritize creating a safe, enjoyable environment where our young players can learn, flourish, and compete. Our professional soccer coaches, backed by years of experience, are dedicated to mentoring and nurturing youth soccer players. We warmly invite players from age groups U5 to U19 to become a part of our family and RISE ABOVE THE REST!