NCL Pre-Season Warm-Ups

Gear up for the National Cyber League (NCL) Fall 2026 Season, by joining Mr. David Conrad on Fridays—anytime from 9 am to 1 pm (EDT)—for NCL Pre-Season Warm-Ups.

➡️ Starting June 5, these Friday warm-up sessions are designed to get students ready for the upcoming NCL season.

Q&A

How can I learn more?
Please contact Mr. Conrad at dconrad@ecpi.edu. Interested students will be added to a Canvas shell filled with resources and more information.

What if can’t attend every Friday from 9 am to 1 pm?
That’s okay! Attendance is optional. Mr. Conrad will be available every Friday from 9 am to 1 pm (EDT)—starting June 5—so that interested students can drop in and attend at their convenience. Resources and information will also be made available to students through the Canvas shell.

Do I have to come campus to participate?
Students can participate on-campus or from home.

What is the NCL?
National Cyber League (NCL) competitions are held every fall and spring. These competitions give students a chance to sharpen their real-world cybersecurity skills in a fun, competitive, and supportive environment.

What cybersecurity skills are developed through the NCL?
NCL training covers 9 key areas:

  • Cryptography
  • Enumeration & Exploitation
  • Forensics
  • Log Analysis
  • Network Traffic Analysis
  • Open-Source Intelligence
  • Password Cracking
  • Scanning & Reconnaissance
  • Web Application Exploitation

When does the official NCL Fall 2026 Season begin?
The Fall 2026 season begins August 17 and continues through November 8.

NEXT STEP:
If you are interested in participating in the National Cyber League—or if you have questions and would like more information—please contact Mr. Conrad at dconrad@ecpi.edu.

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