2026 Season Overview
About RiseUp Moore
RiseUp Moore is a developmental youth tackle football league in Moore County. Our program combines competitive play with character development, safety-first protocols, and expert coaching.
USA Football Certified Program
Our program follows USA Football rules, regulations, and policies for 2026, ensuring the highest standards of play and safety. All coaches are certified in Heads Up Football techniques, emphasizing proper form and player protection.
2026 USA Football Regulations and RiseUp Tackle Football policies will be available not later than June 15th, 2026.
We believe in developing complete players—teaching not just athletic skills, but leadership, teamwork, and resilience that will serve them on and off the field.
Age Divisions
Age as of August 31, 2026
Each division will have 4 teams of 30 players. When a division reaches capacity, a waitlist will open.
9/10 years old
Introduction to tackle football with focus on fundamentals
11/12 years old
Advanced skills development and continued character building
13/14 years old
Competitive competition preparing for high school
Registration Information
Registration Status
Each division will have 4 teams of 30 players. When a division reaches capacity, a waitlist will open.
9-10 Division: Registration opens February 8th, closed when full. If filled, there will be a waitlist.
11-12 Division: Registration opens February 8th, closed when full. If filled, there will be a waitlist.
13-14 Division: Registration opens February 8th, closed when full. If filled, there will be a waitlist.
Sports Physical Requirement
All players must have a current sports physical on file by June 1, 2026.
Download Physical Form (NCHSAA)Team Assignments
Teams will be assigned in June.
How to Register
Visit our End Zone portal to complete your registration. You need a PDF or JPEG version of your player's birth certificate ready to upload during registration. You can get your player profile ready to go prior to registration day to simplify the process.
You have until June 1, 2026 to upload a current sports physical and measurements. To edit your registration after submitting, visit the End Zone portal.
Scholarship Opportunities
RiseUp is committed to making football accessible to all youth in our community. Financial assistance is available for families in need.
For scholarship consideration, please contact us before completing registration.
Refund Policy & Deadlines
Full Refunds:
Requests submitted before June 1, 2026 will be considered, minus processing fees.
Partial Refunds:
Requests submitted before July 1, 2026 will be considered, minus processing and equipment fees.
No Refunds After July 1, 2026:
Program costs (including equipment, uniforms, facilities, and officials) are incurred based on registration and cannot be refunded after this date.
How to Request a Refund: Contact us for review.
Equipment Check-Out
What RiseUp Provides
Each player will receive professional-grade equipment at no additional cost:
- Helmet (properly fitted for safety)
- Shoulder Pads
- Integrated Pants
- Practice Jersey
- Game Jersey (distributed by coaches)
Equipment Check-Out Schedule
📍 Location: RiseUp Equipment Storage Unit
NC Self Storage, 209 Trimble Plant Road, Southern Pines
This is a large-scale operation involving over 300 athletes. We cannot accommodate drop-in fittings outside scheduled times. Please attend your team's assigned time slot.
July 29, 2026
July 30, 2026
July 31, 2026
Can't attend your assigned time?
Please arrange for an adult friend, teammate's parent, coach, or neighbor to pick up your athlete's gear during your team's time or the official makeup session. Please do not show up at other team times, as it disrupts the process.
If sizing adjustments are needed, your coach will arrange group swaps during the first two weeks of practice.
What Players Need to Bring
Practice Schedule
Weekly Practice Schedule
Practices begin August 1, 2026 and run through the season.
Before Games Start (4 practices/week):
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 5:30-7:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM
During Season (3 practices/week):
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 5:30-7:30 PM
Saturday: Game Day
Key Season Dates
Registration Closes & Full Refund Deadline
Registration closes. Sports physicals and measurements due. Last day for full refund requests (minus processing fees).
Last Day for Partial Refund
Partial refund available (minus processing and equipment fees) until this date. No refunds after July 1.
Equipment Check-Out
Team-by-team equipment distribution at RiseUp Storage. Check your team schedule.
Season Practices Begin
First practice! Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 5:30-7:30 PM, Saturday 9 AM.
Season Jamboree
Scrimmage event to prepare teams before the regular season.
Game 1
First regular season game!
Labor Day - Off
No games scheduled. Enjoy the holiday!
Games 2-4
Regular season continues.
Games 5-6
Final regular season games.
August 22, 2026
Season Jamboree
Pre-season scrimmage event where teams get game-day experience before the regular season kicks off.
August 29, 2026
Game 1
First regular season game! Games 2-6 will be played September 12, 19, 26; October 3, 10. Labor Day weekend is off.
Mandatory Parent Meetings
RiseUp President Andy Davis will meet with each team's parents at their practice locations.
This is a mandatory 30-minute meeting for every family.
Ready to Rise Up?
Join the RiseUp Moore family and give your athlete an unforgettable football experience.
Parent Voices
Hear from families who have experienced the RiseUp difference
Overall experience was great, and we highly recommended to all of our friends and family. We are thankful that we were able to participate and we look forward to doing it again next year.
RiseUp Parent
We love RiseUp. This league is something special, we hope as it grows, it continues to feel as safe and fun as it has been. We recommend it to everyone we know in the area!
RiseUp Parent
We could not ask for a better tackle football program. We are SUPER thankful and blessed that our boys get to be a part of this organization and we are big supporters.
RiseUp Parent
We absolutely love how the teams pray together, how there is christian music playing at games, and how having faith is incredibly important for this league. Thank you for an incredible season!
RiseUp Parent
We LOVED Rise Up and cannot wait for next year. The coaches were excellent and kind. They were very good with the children. We recommend this league to everyone now and will be involved as long as possible! Thank you for running with your vision- we are grateful!
RiseUp Parent
Was nervous about my boy playing. After day one that feeling was over. Our coaches, the families, all of it was absolutely amazing! Wish it was all year! See you next season!
RiseUp Parent
We are so impressed with this league, and incredibly thankful for the time and effort you've all put into it. Fully believe you are changing Moore County youth through football. Thank you for your dedication! Praying over the future of this league!
RiseUp Parent
This organization shows kids what a team should be: there for each other, there for the community, to have a love of and respect for the game of football, and to respect the men who selflessly mentor these young men to help them grow.
RiseUp Parent
We are super thankful for our experience with Rise Up. My son has grown as a person and as an athlete and the positive, dedicated and passionate leadership of these coaches was a game changer! Top notch experience.
RiseUp Parent
This is the best run, most communicative, and most enriching youth sports program we have been a part of. This includes baseball, softball, hockey, gymnastics, martial arts, and figure skating. Thanks to all involved for building RiseUp and we are proud to be a part of it.
RiseUp Parent
I absolutely loved seeing coaches and players praying together. There were so many wonderful things this season but that was my favorite part!
RiseUp Parent
This was our first year with RiseUp and it certainly won't be our last. I was curious to see what my son's reaction was going to be to the discipline and dedication that football requires, and all I can say is that he excelled and benefitted tremendously from both the physical and mental aspects of the season.
RiseUp Parent
We have participated with all Rise up activities since the start and will continue to with all of our children. It's an amazing organization and we will continue to recommend to our friends and family. We are so thankful for the experiences we've had with Rise-up!
RiseUp Parent
Our family is grateful for the Rise Up coaches, staff and community. Looking forward to next season. This was a short but fantastic experience! Great job to all who are a part of this organization.
RiseUp Parent
Sports are about team work, resilience, respect, giving back, and being the best version of yourself on and off the field. RiseUp is truly an example to follow. KEEP RISING UP, GREAT LEAGUE!
RiseUp Parent
Our coaches were amazing. My son immediately felt connected and comfortable with them. Their actions at practice and on the game field were what I want my son to aspire to.
RiseUp Parent
We thought it was amazing and are so thankful for this community and league.
RiseUp Parent