The Raleigh (NC) Planning Commission rejected a $2.2-billion new Raleigh stadium development plan for the Downtown South area, deciding that the project was too disruptive for residents of the area. (more…)
Archive | USL Championship
Work proceeds on new Switchbacks stadium
Only one new facility is on the agenda for USL Championship in 2021, so in Colorado Springs and beyond fans are eager to track construction progress on Weidner Field, the new Switchbacks stadium. (more…)
Reno 1868 FC folds
We have one less team in USL Championship, as Reno 1868 FC has ceased operations and will not compete in 2021 and beyond. (more…)
Another COVID-19 cancelation: 2020 USL Championship Final
Another COVID-19 cancelation to report: today’s 2020 USL Championship Final game between Phoenix Rising FC and Tampa Bay Rowdies was scrapped after an outbreak of the coronavirus on the Rowdies roster. (more…)
CAAI pitched to research New Mexico United stadium site
The City of Albuquerque is recommending that Creative Arts Agency Icon (CAAI) should be hired to research the location of a New Mexico United stadium, as the USL Championship team continues to work on a permanent facility. (more…)
Phoenix Rising won’t host USL Championship title game
Following concerns that Phoenix Rising FC amassed the most points in league play with a boost from a San Diego Loyal forfeit, the team announced it would not host the USL Championship title game should it reach the finals. (more…)
Three teams opt for MLS U-23 league, withdraw from USL Soccer
Three MLS-owned teams in USL Soccer–Philadelphia Union II, Portland Timbers 2 and Orlando City B–have withdrawn from USL Championship and League One to play in a new MLS U-23 league come 2022. (more…)
New site for Des Moines stadium pitched
With the acquisition of new property on the edge of downtown, a new Des Moines stadium for a USL Championship team and entertainment district is being pitched by the Krause Group. (more…)
Oakland Roots joins USL Championship
We have a notable addition to the 2021 USL Championship lineup, as established side Oakland Roots will be joining the league after making the leap from third division NISA. (more…)
Future of FC Tucson: Cloudy
The future of USL League One’s FC Tucson is up in the air, as owner Phoenix Rising FC is evaluating options for the team in 2021 and beyond. (more…)