Welcome to Outliers Sports!

This page provides FAQs and valuable links to associations, sports organizations, and tools designed to support homeschooling families. It's your go-to hub for information and resources that can help you and your child become leaders in sports and beyond.

SPORTS ASSOCIATIONS

NC HOMESCHOOL SPORTS

ADDITIONAL LINKS

FAQ

How can I sign up for a sport?

You can sign up through our website by visiting the Sports section and selecting the sport you’re interested in. Registration forms and schedules for each sport will be available during the open season.

How much is registration?

The registration cost per athlete per sport is $250. We offer a $50 sibling discount and a $50 multi-sport discount for students who participate in two or more programs.

Do you offer scholarships for athletes?

We do not currently have a scholarship program, and we are happy to discuss ways to get your child involved in sports. We will not let a homeschool athlete go without the opportunity to compete, and we ask that you contact us directly about eligibility and the request for financial support.

Can my child play multiple sports at the same time?

If the practice and game schedules do not conflict, your child is welcome to participate in multiple sports.

What sports are offered, and when are they available?

The Outliers offers a variety of sports and continues to grow each year. We currently provide:

Fall Sports (28 Jul - 21 Oct 2025) - Girls Volleyball (Middle school & High school JV)
Winter Sports (1 Oct 2025- 15 Feb 2026) - Basketball (Middle school girls & boys, JV Boys, Varsity Boys)
Spring Sports (15 Feb - 10 May 2026) - Boys Baseball (Middle school), Girls Softball (Middle school), Boys Golf (Middle school & High school), Boys Volleyball (High School)

Are your programs open to all homeschool families in the area?

Absolutely! Our programs are open to all homeschooling families in the greater Cumberland, Robeson, Hoke, Harnett, and Bladen County area, regardless of background or homeschooling method.

What is Fayetteville Homeschool Sports, and who do you serve?

Fayetteville Homeschool Sports is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit that offers competitive athletic opportunities to homeschooling families in the greater Cumberland, Robeson, Hoke, Harnett, and Bladen County areas. We serve homeschooled students of all skill levels and focus on building character, teamwork, and physical fitness.

Who is eligible to play for your programs?

Fayetteville Homeschool Sports

Athlete eligibility

Definition of a Homeschooled Student-Athlete

The Fayetteville Outliers define “Homeschooling” as a student’s parent-directed education at home.

As such, the parents shall be directly involved in their child’s education, playing the role of the headmaster, thereby (1) selecting curriculum, (2) selecting and/or approving course materials and study schedules, & (3) selecting tutors, coop’s, teachers, dual enrollment options, &/or resources for their child’s education. Homeschooling would also include a person of legal responsibility* of the student filling the role of a parent.

Online At Home – “The Fayetteville Outliers do not have an approved or unapproved curriculum.”

North Carolina Division of Non-Public Education (NCDNPE) registration: The athlete’s family must be listed on the NCDNPE website or receive an email with a Notice of Intent confirmation from NCDNPE. Athletes must be actively homeschooled in compliance with the North Carolina homeschool law as administered by the Department of Non-Public Education.

The bottom line is that the Fayetteville Outliers leaves curriculum choice to the parents' discretion, provided it is done at home.

Eligibility Rules

Academics

1. Grades: Each member team and/or program shall have standards to ensure that all participating players maintain at least a 2.0 GPA (on a 4-point scale) during the active season.
2. Homeschooled Continuously: Students must be homeschooled continuously from the start of the school year.
3. Age & Gender Requirements- Student-athletes’ age determines a player’s age group.
  1. Age Requirements: The age cutoff is August 1.
  2. Clarification: A player who is 17 on July 31, with an August 1st birthday, who turns 18, is considered eligible to play in the JV age group.

Age Groups Offered:
- Middle School: 14U (15U for girls Basketball only)
- Junior Varsity: 17U
- Varsity: 19U
Proof of age requirements: Parents must be able to produce a birth certificate when requested.
Playing ‘up’: Players may play in a higher age group if desired.
Multiple Age Groups at Events: Players may play in numerous age groups.
Gender: A player is only eligible to play in the gender division in which the player was born, as recorded on their original birth certificate.

Additional Educational Requirements

Graduation Ceremony Participation: A player already participating in a graduation ceremony is not eligible to participate in the Fayetteville Outliers programs.
Coop Ceremony Participation: Student-athletes who are not graduating but are participating in ceremonies to celebrate the completion of their classes in a homeschool coop. If these individuals receive a diploma, they are not eligible. If they are only receiving a “Certificate of Completion” for that specific homeschool coop, student-athlete(s) may wear a cap and gown for this ceremony as long as it is announced at the ceremony and in the ceremony program that the designated student(s) will be receiving a “Certificate of Completion” on that day. Announcing the student’s graduation year during this is extremely helpful. Students or family members posting photos on social media must specify the year the student graduates to avoid confusion or being required to sit out.

Additional Non-Educational Requirements

Marriage: A player cannot be married.
Homeschooled Continuously: Students must be homeschooled continuously from the start of the school year. If they started the year in school, they must request an Outliers Exemption.
Live at Home with Parents: A player must live at home with his/her parent or court-appointed legal guardian. In the case of foster children or other family hardships, an organization can seek Fayetteville Outliers Pre-Approval* from the legally responsible person.

If a player does not meet all the requirements listed in these requirements, they may request an Outliers Exemption by emailing outliers@fayhomeschoolsports.org.