The vision? A movement to unify the greater NC Core area through the highest level of competitive soccer in the region –and you’re at the forefront of what happens next. Whether you grew up here or are brand new to the area, this is the time to put our home on the map in a way it’s never been before!
Welcome to Truist Point, home of the Carolina Core FC (CCFC). We are so glad you are here to support the Foxes! If you are here to support the other team, although we may question your life choices, we are glad you are here, too. While these upcoming 90 plus minutes are all about soccer, CCFC is more than just a soccer club and Truist Point is more than just a stadium in a small town. Truist Point stadium was born in 2016 out of the dire need of our city to revitalize its downtown to bring people and jobs back to its core. In 2022, out of fierce passion to bring more access to opportunity and to create more jobs in our core, CCFC was started as an independent club of MLS NEXT Pro. CCFC and the league are committed to driving a new era of North American soccer and offer exciting, unprecedented opportunities to players, coaches, and sports business professionals. CCFC is dedicated to the development and career advancement of every individual that comes to and through our club, not just our players. And through the vehicle of soccer, we are bringing people, yourself included, into the heart of our city to drive upward economic mobility so that every person in our community has access to opportunities that enrich their lives. We hope that you have an exceptional experience at our stadium, and we thank you for helping us grow our Carolina Core community and through the beautiful game!
PRINCIPAL OWNER
A groundbreaking initiative that is set to revolutionize youth soccer development in our region. CCFC Academy launched with the MLS NEXT league for the 2024 season starting with two teams - U13 and U14, with our U15 team coming in Fall 2025. We are proud to be the first non to make our MLS Next Academy free for each player, aiming to break down the financial barriers typically associated with high-level soccer and provide young players with an unprecedented opportunity to pursue their dreams.
Operated under the Carolina Core Soccer Foundation, the Carolina Core FC Academy is committed to creating a level playing field where every child, regardless of their socioeconomic background, can chase their aspirations of a professional soccer career. Our academy’s revolutionary approach eliminates the pay-to-play model, ensuring that talent and potential, rather than financial means, become the primary factors in a player’s journey. This opportunity enables young athletes to compete against the best players in the country, in a league that has developed 90% of the United States Men’s National Team’s players.
After playing professionally in Jamaica, Ricketts moved to England to play for Bradford City AFC, making 108 total appearances over four years. Having started his international career in 1998, Ricketts made 100 appearances for the Jamaican National Team between 1998 and 2013. In the midst of a fantastic international career, he joined the LA Galaxy in 2010, and after a sensational first season in MLS, was awarded MLS Goalkeeper of the Year in 2010.The following year Ricketts helped lead the LA Galaxy to win the MLS Cup, alongside superstar teammates Landon Donovan and David Beckham. Ricketts would go on to win his second MLS Goalkeeper of the Year award in 2013 while playing for the Portland Timbers. Following his retirement in 2017, Ricketts embarked on his managerial career, serving as the Goalkeeper Coach for FC Tulsa from 2017-2023, and the interim Head Coach for the 2022 season.
A former international soccer star, Amado represented the Honduras National Team as captain and all-time cap leader. Guevara made an impressive 139 appearances scoring 27 goals for the Honduran National Team. Leading Honduras to a successful qualification campaign, Amado captained the side during the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. Very successful internationally, Guevara has many accolades domestically, including: MLS Best XI, MLS All-Star selection, MLS Golden Boot, and the MLS MVP award in 2004. An MLS legend, during his time in MLS, Amado scored an astounding 41 goals. Following his retirement, Guevara seamlessly transitioned into a coaching role, showcasing his passion for the sport. After coaching at various youth academy’s, Amado then became the Head Coach of Puerto Rico’s U20 team, eventually ascending into the position of Head Coach for the senior side.
JC Martinez brings a wealth of experience after being part of the Houston Dynamo’s Academy for seven years. Coach Martinez was the Head Coach of the MLS NEXT U13 Academy team, as well as an assistant coach for the Dynamo’s U20 team for 2 years. Martinez served as Roy’s assistant coach for Houston Dynamo U20s where he helped the team towards their first conference title and Round of 16 appearance. Coach Martinez has assisted with every age group in the academy level, and will bring his expertise to help as the team’s analyst.
Williams starred in Major League Soccer for Columbus Crew, New England Revolution, MetroStars, Chicago Fire - winning the Open Cup Championship in 2003. Williams would eventually join Real Salt Lake, leading them to the MLS Cup win in 2009. With 97 appearances and 13 goals, Williams was an integral member of the Jamaican Men’s National Team. Williams joins CCFC with ample experience as a Technical Director with FC Arizona, where he was responsible for the management and organization of the team as well as the dayto-day operations of the entire club. Williams also led the scouting department for Real Salt Lake, where he scouted and procured international and domestic talent.
ALEX SUTTON
ANDREW PANNENBERG
DANIEL CHICA
ZION SCARLETT
KAI THOMAS
JUAN PABLO RODRIGUEZ
YEKESON SUBAH
DRAKE HADEED
PACHI
JACOB EVANS
ALENGA
JOSUHA RODRIGUEZ
JATHAN JUAREZ
IBRAHIM COVI
DEREK CUEVAS
KIKI GREGOIRE
FACUNDO CANETE
PAUL LEONARDI
SANTIAGO CAMBINDO
ROBERT BAILEY
JOHNNY BAZAES
ARYEH MILLER
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LITTLETON, COLORADO
LEESBURG, VIRGINIA
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA
CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA
SAN JUAN, ARGENTINA
MONROVIA, LIBERIA
MIAMI, FLORIDA
KEY BISCAYNE, FLORIDA
CHESTER, ENGLAND
KIGOMA, TANZANIA
PUERTO CORTES, HONDURAS
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK
BARCELONA, SPAIN
KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN
CORDOBA, ARGENTINA
MARSEILLE, FRANCE
IBAGUE, COLOMBIA
ORLANDO, FLORIDA
QUEENS, NEW YORK
HIGH POINT, NORTH CAROLINA
SANTINO INKPEN
SETH WILSON MADDOX MALLERY
WYNIA MOHAMMED SUMAILA COLOTON SESSOMS
JULIEN LE BOURDOULOUS KONSTANTINOS GEORGALLIDES
TYLAR ELLIOT
DANIEL LONGO
ENZO DOVLO
BEN SALTER
STEVEN HERNANDEZ
ISSAH HARUNA
XAVI CSATO
SAMI LACHEKAR YOSHIYA OKAWA
LIBERIA (U17 & U20)
UNITED STATES (U15)
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC (U20 & U23)
ANTIGUA & BARBUDA (SENIOR TEAM)
ARGENTINA (U16)
JAMAICA (U20)
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Truist Point is a multipurpose stadium located in High Point, NC and is home to your Carolina Core FC professional soccer team. The multipurpose stadium is bordered by Elm, Gatewood, and Lindsay Streets. Truist (formerly BB&T Corporation) is the facility naming rights partner – this landmark naming rights agreement began in 2019 and is a 15-year naming rights partnership.
A historically great program, UNC-Greensboro has made 21 total NCAA Tournament appearances, with five national championships. The local university has sent 39 of its players to the professional ranks over its 52-year history. The Spartans have won 21 outright regular season conference championships across three separate conferences, including being named 2024 SoCon Regular Season Champions. UNCG faced a daunting 2024 schedule, of which the team drew with both UNC-Charlotte (No. 19 nationally) and West Virginia (No. 5 nationally) en route to another regular season conference championship.
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Our High Point University family and our community look forward to cheering on the team and enjoying the games!
