Tormenta FC Academy is proud to announce its acceptance into the National 1 League (N1) for the 2026-27 season, with five boys and girls teams set to compete in the Southeast District 1 Conference.
National 1 is a new competition formed through a partnership between US Club Soccer and US Youth Soccer, bringing together top clubs from across the country into a unified team-based league focused on player development, meaningful competition, and long-term growth.
For Tormenta FC Academy, the move to N1 strengthens the club’s player pathway while positioning the program in a league that offers opportunities to advance to the ECNL Regional League and aligns with the evolving U.S. Soccer Talent ID model.
“Joining National 1 represents another important step in the continued growth of our club,” said Brad Nein, Vice President of Tormenta FC Academy. “This platform allows us to provide our players with a highly competitive environment while continuing to prioritize development, exposure, and opportunities for every athlete in our program.”
The National 1 League was created to simplify the youth soccer landscape by combining leading competitions into one structure that offers families greater clarity while reducing unnecessary travel. The league also provides players with greater visibility through stronger regional competition and expanded opportunities to be seen by college coaches.
Tormenta FC Academy National 1 Teams:
Boys:
- Tormenta FC B08/09 Ibis I GA – U19
- Tormenta FC B09/10 Ibis I GA – U17
- Tormenta FC B10/11 Ibis I GA – U16
Girls:
- Tormenta FC G08/09 Ibis I GA – U19
- Tormenta FC G12/13 Ibis I GA – U14
Tormenta FC Academy remains committed to providing players throughout Southeast Georgia and the Lowcountry with a professional development environment and a clear pathway to compete at the highest levels of the game.
To learn more about the National 1 League, visit https://national1league.org. For more information on Tormenta FC Academy and its programs, visit our website.
