Wake FC
History
Wake FC was founded in 2012 by a group of local soccer leaders in Wake County, North Carolina, with the goal of providing a community- and character-driven development pathway from youth to competitive soccer.Expansion into semi-professional play
In April 2018, the club announced the launch of semi-professional teams in both men's and women's divisions. Their aim was to integrate the youth academy into higher-level competition by adding senior teams that could compete in national leagues.Men's team
The men's team debuted in USL League Two during the 2019 season. USL League Two is a top-level pre-professional summer league for U-23 players, including college athletes. It was rebranded from the Premier Development League in 2019, emphasising elite talent and serving as a key entry point to professional ranks.Wake FC began its inaugural season in USL League Two in 2019 and revealed its logo ahead of their first match on May 11 against NC Fusion U-23. Wake FC competes in the South Atlantic Division.
Women's team
In 2021, the United Soccer League announced that Wake FC had been admitted to the newly formed USL W League. The club became the second North Carolina side to join the competition, which planned to begin play in 2022. Club vice president Scott Zapko described the league as a significant opportunity for local female players, noting Wake FC's prior experience with USL operations and earlier versions of the W League.Development infrastructure
The club's mission has consistently remained player development-focused. Wake FC integrates its youth academy with the senior sides, allowing U-23 academy players to train and play alongside collegiate athletes in USL League Two.Home matches have been held at Ting Stadium since 2019 and 2022. Ting Stadium is a 1,800-seat facility built in 2015 within Ting Park in Holly Springs.