Messer/Harmon JV will lead the new Louisville City FC stadium construction process, as was announced by the USL Championship club on Tuesday. Construction begins in earnest this week, with the stadium set for a 2020 opening. (more…)
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USL Players Union Formed, Recognized by League
A USL players union has been formed and, as announced by USL on Tuesday, has officially been recognized by USL Championship clubs. (more…)
USL Attendance: What to Expect for 2019 and Beyond
With FC Cincinnati moving on to MLS, the USL will lose its top-drawing team in 2019. That will put a dent in next year’s attendance figures, but the league’s new normal in terms of attendance could still be solid. What FC Cincinnati accomplished in Division II USL (to be rebranded USL Championship) may not be […]
Dillon Stadium Groundbreaking Ceremony Held; First Game Set for May
Hartford Athletic held a ceremonial groundbreaking for its Dillon Stadium renovation on Monday, and is expected to play its first game at the facility in May. (more…)
New Tacoma Soccer-Specific Stadium Discussed
At a meeting this week, city officials discussed a proposed new Tacoma soccer-specific stadium that could be constructed for USL’s Sounders 2 FC. (more…)
Proposed Downtown Spokane Stadium Falls Short in Advisory Vote
In an advisory referendum on Tuesday, Spokane, WA voters favored Joe Albi Stadium over a downtown location as the site of a new stadium. (more…)
Louisville City FC: We’re Not Ready for MLS Expansion Bid
Despite recent comments by one its owners, USL’s Louisville City FC says that it is not prepared to announce a MLS expansion bid. (more…)
Colorado Rapids, Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC Announce Affiliation
A new MLS-USL affiliation with strong geographic ties is in place, as Colorado Rapids has announced a USL affiliation with Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC. (more…)
Circuit of Americas Pulls Support of Austin MLS Stadium Petition Over Controversial Video
A use of the controversial Pepe the Frog by a political action committee prompted Circuit of Americas, whose chairman is majority owner of USL’s Austin Bold FC, to withdraw its support of an Austin MLS stadium petition. (more…)
Playoff Run Boosting Phoenix Rising FC MLS Expansion Chances?
On the heels of a successful regular season, a USL postseason appearance may boost Phoenix Rising FC‘s MLS expansion profile. (more…)