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Fall 2026 Registration Is Now Open

If your athlete is age 6–12 and serious about football, this is the program that builds more than players. We combine high-level football training with our First & 20 Literacy Program because champions dominate in the classroom and on the field.

Fall 2026 registration is now open. Don’t wait. Register today.

Spots are limited. Once rosters are full, registration closes.

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Why The Carolina Bears?

Because average programs produce average results.

We are different by design.

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High-Level Football Development

Your athlete will receive:

Structured, disciplined practices

Position-specific skill training

Conditioning built for long-term athletic growth

Coaches who teach strategy, fundamentals, and accountability

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We develop complete players — not just highlight moments.

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First & 20 Literacy Program (Included)

We are the only local youth football program integrating a structured literacy initiative.

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We encourage every athlete:

To read 20 minutes per day

Log reading weekly

Utilize our free to tutoring resources, in person and online.

Obtain a library card

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We believe champions are built in the classroom first.

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If your child struggles academically, we don’t ignore it. We support it.

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Who This Program Is For
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This program is for parents who:

Want structure, not chaos

Value discipline and accountability

Understand that playing time is earned.

Want their child coached hard and cared for well

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If you’re looking for guaranteed playing time without effort, this isn’t the program.

If you want growth — this is it.

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What Your Registration Covers

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Your $175 Player Fee supports:

Uniform package

League registration fees

Field usage

Referees

Equipment & operations

We are a nonprofit (501c3) organization committed to transparency and reinvesting in our athletes.

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FAQ

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What league will we play in?   

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We will play in the AYF league.

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When and Where will practice be held?

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Official practice begins May 18th. We will practice Mon, Tue, & Wed from 6 pm - 8 pm. Location is TBD (Rock Hill, SC)

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Where will games be played?

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Location is TBD (Rock Hill, SC)

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Game Schedule?

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Games are played on Saturdays beginning at 9 am. The AYF league will release schedules over the summer.
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