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Answers for Bucks County Soccer Families
Your CRUSA Questions, Answered
From choosing the right program to understanding tryouts, registration, and the path from KIX Toddler Soccer through HEX FC Bucks ECNL — find clear answers to the questions Bucks County families ask most. Proudly serving Richboro, Holland, Newtown, Churchville, and the surrounding communities since 1977.
Common questions.
The questions ECNL curious families should fill out our player interest form.
What's the difference between ECNL and ECNL-RL?
ECNL is the top tier — deepest national footprint, most college coaches at events, hardest competition. ECNL-RL is the second tier, played regionally in the North Atlantic Conference. Both tiers offer the same coaching staff, training schedule, and college pathway program at HEX FC Bucks. Many HEX players move from ECNL-RL to ECNL during their club career.
Can my daughter still play high school soccer?
Yes. The ECNL was specifically designed to allow players to compete for their high school teams — one of the league’s most important policies. Our season is structured around the high school calendar so players don’t have to choose. Most HEX FC Bucks players represent both their high school and HEX during the same year.
How much does HEX FC Bucks cost?
ECNL fees are typically in the range every elite-level club charges. Contact Jill at admin@hexfc.org for the current fee schedule and what’s included. The fee covers coaching, training, league registration, and most tournament entry fees. Uniforms, family travel, and accommodations for away tournaments are separate.
Do you offer financial assistance?
Yes. HEX FC Bucks is committed to making elite soccer accessible to every player who earns a roster spot. If cost is a barrier, contact the club office before tryouts to discuss financial assistance options.
What if my daughter has never played ECNL before?
Most HEX players come up through CRUSA, FC Bucks USYS, or other affiliate clubs — not from prior ECNL experience. Tryouts are open. If you’ve been playing competitive travel soccer and your daughter is ready for a higher level, register and come out. The coaching staff will evaluate based on what you bring to the field.
Where does HEX FC Bucks play home games?
Council Rock South High School in Holland, PA, and Bryn Athyn College in Bryn Athyn, PA. Both facilities have full-size turf fields suitable for ECNL match standards. Practice locations rotate between these and additional Council Rock fields throughout the season.
How does HEX FC Bucks relate to CRUSA?
CRUSA Soccer (Council Rock United Soccer Association) is the parent club, founded in 1977. HEX FC Bucks is the elite competitive arm — specifically, the U12–U19 Girls ECNL and ECNL-RL teams that play under the HEX FC umbrella in partnership with PA Dominion. Most HEX FC Bucks players grew up in CRUSA’s Intramural and Travel programs before earning a HEX roster spot.