AFC Lightning

On April 19th, 2023, our soccer community was deeply saddened by the tragic passing of former player Derek Alexander. In the wake of this heartbreaking event, Derek's parents and sister established a scholarship fund in his memory. Today, we are pleased to share that Caris Grant and Adonai Ciprian are the 2026 recipients of this award. This gesture not only honors Derek's legacy but also provides a meaningful opportunity for young athletes to pursue their passion for the sport he loved. Derek's mother Dena present the Caris Grant and Adonai Ciprian with this award.

Soccer Referees Needed!

The AFC Lightning Challenge is in need of a few more referees. Games are this weekend, 8/22 and 8/23 with kickoffs from 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM on Saturday and from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Sunday. Games are in Fayetteville, GA at McCurry Park.

Boys games only, U9 to U19.

Fill out the form at https://form.jotform.com/52005665028955

AFC Lightning is currently looking for players to complete with our U16 (2011) MLS Next Homegrown Divisions and our U17 MLS Next Academy Division Team.

For more information email Adriano Moraes, DOC or complete the following interest form: https://ow.ly/ObI850ZuMkz

Kicked off the 2026-2027 season with our Preseason Coaches Meeting! Great conversations and idea sharing as we gear up for an exciting Fall. Thanks to US Soccer and the Arthur M. Blank Training Center for hosting us!

⚡️ AFC Lightning Summer Camp 3, Day 1 in the books! Big shoutout to U.S. Men’s Futsal National Team Head Coach Hernán Garcias for coming out today. Thank you for sharing your Futsal knowledge with our young players!

Some traditions never grow old.
Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🇺🇸

⚡️ Don’t miss out on Camp 3!

🔴 Limited spots remaining. Beat the heat! Indoor camp at Sandy Creek High School. Camp focuses on basic Futsal principals, and technical skill work. Lunch is provided!

⚽️ Register today at - afclightning.org/new-camps

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