A lawsuit alleging antitrust actions by United States Soccer Federation in denying the NASL Division II status for 2018 has been amended to include Major League Soccer. (more…)
Author Archive | Kevin Reichard
Precourt: New Austin MLS Stadium Will Generate $326 Million in Benefits
In a letter sent to the Austin City Council pushing for a McKalla Place location, Precourt Sports Ventures says a new Austin MLS stadium will generate some $326 million in community benefits over the next 25 years. (more…)
Precourt: We’re Pursuing McKalla Place Stadium Site for Crew
Precourt Sports Ventures will pursuit a McKalla Place stadium site in Austin, Texas for the Columbus Crew, marking the next step in the potential relocation of the MLS team. (more…)
More of the Same for Atlanta United in 2018
With the 2018 MLS season underway, several storylines will be playing out on the facilities side of the business equation. (more…)
NASL Scraps 2018 Season; Three Teams to NPSL
The beleaguered North American Soccer League (NASL) is cancelling the 2018 season in the wake of an appeals court loss last week, with three remaining squads set to participate in the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) this year. (more…)
NASL Appeal of USSF Demotion Denied
An appeal seeking a preliminary injunction preventing U.S. Soccer Federation’s demotion of the NASL from Division II status has been denied, further placing the circuit’s future in play. (more…)
Sacramento Republic FC In Talks With Potential Lead Investors
With clear guidance from MLS on the path to securing an expansion team, Sacramento Republic FC officials are in talks with three billionaires about a potential investment in the team — and, by extension, in the league. (more…)
Nashville SC USL Opener Shifted to Nissan Stadium
Nashville SC has already outgrown First Tennessee Park, at least for one game, as the season opener for the team has been moved to Nissan Stadium, home of the NFL’s Tennessee Titans, because of strong fan interest. (more…)
Edwards Seeking Additional Investors for Tampa Bay Rowdies MLS Push
Owner Bill Edwards is seeking additional investors to bolster a potential Tampa Bay Rowdies MLS push — following the path of other USL teams seeking outside capital in an effort to reach the next level. (more…)
Phoenix Rising Adds Advantage Sports Union To Ownership Group
Seeking to beef up its MLS bona fides, Phoenix Rising FC is adding European-based Advantage Sports Union, with experience in running French Premier Ligue 1 professional soccer team OGC Nice, to its ownership group. (more…)