The Fayetteville Fury continues to deliver exciting news on the heels of their acceptance into the United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) Premier Division in the Mid-Atlantic Conference.

The Fayetteville Fury recently announced its new home at D.T. Carter Stadium at E.E. Smith High School. D.T. Carter Stadium is a state-of-the-art facility that seats over 3,000 fans. The Fury’s first home game at the stadium will be on Sunday, Sept. 10 at 4 p.m. against Soda City FC.

In addition to the new home venue, the Fury is also thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with E.E. Smith High School. This partnership goes above and beyond soccer, and will include the following:

• Internships for students looking to expand their knowledge in graphic design, strength and conditioning, sports management, gameday operations, athletic training, broadcasting, sports announcing, and many other areas that are involved with soccer.
• Collaboration with the E.E. Smith athletics department to enhance their programs by including Fury's professional athletes' regiments for the student-athletes at the school.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with E.E. Smith High School and to call D.T. Carter Stadium our new home,” said General Manager and Head Coach Al Florez in a press release. “E.E. Smith is a pillar of the Fayetteville community, and we are honored to be a part of their rich history and tradition. We are also excited to offer internship opportunities to their students and to work with their athletics department to enhance their programs. This partnership is a win-win for both organizations and the Fayetteville community.”

The Fury gains a new home stadium and the opportunity to connect with the E.E. Smith community. E.E. Smith students gain access to internship opportunities, exposure to the professional sports industry and the opportunity to learn from and train with professional athletes. 

The partnership also aligns with the Fury’s commitment to community engagement. The Fury is committed to giving back to the Fayetteville community and supporting its youth. The partnership with E.E. Smith High School is one way that the Fury is fulfilling this commitment.

Tickets can be purchased online at https://fayettevillefury.com or at the stadium box office on game day.

The Fury also encourages E.E. Smith High School students to apply for the internship opportunities that will be available through the strategic partnership. More information about the internship opportunities can be found on the Fury’s website under Organization -> Volunteering.

In other news, the Fayetteville Fury has announced the Fury Tournament, a three-day long soccer tournament at the Crown Complex. The tournament will be Nov. 10 - 12.

The upcoming tournament promises to infuse the community with the exciting energy of the

National Indoor Soccer League (NISL). During the tournament, running Nov. 10 - 12, 24 men’s teams and 12 women’s teams will compete in their respective divisions, showcasing their remarkable skills and unwavering passion for the game. 

One of the highlights of the tournament is the enticing prize pool. The winning team in each division will receive a $5,000 prize. 

The Fury is diligently working to secure sponsors that will contribute to the overall success of the tournament. These sponsors will play a pivotal role in enhancing the event’s atmosphere. The tournament grounds will feature vendors offering a range of products and services, adding to the vibrant ambiance surrounding the event.

Head Coach Florez expressed that by bringing in these out-of-town teams for the tournament the Fayetteville Fury hopes to contribute to the thriving community of Fayetteville. As these visitors come to stay at our hotels, dine in our restaurants and enjoy some of the activities and attractions our city has to offer, they will contribute to our economy.

There is an entry fee of $1,500 per team. Teams interested in participating in this monumental tournament can now register at 

https://www.fayettevillefury.com/furyous-clash-indoor-tournament