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“Since we wish to enhance and not compete against our fellow clubs and Leagues, we are non-League. We chose this to appeal to all players, as well as set our own schedule determined by what level the players want, and how often they want to play. We do not "own" any "player rights".”
Read MoreLet’s get down to business, shall we? With the national amateur leagues, women’s and men’s, in the last two or three weeks we can now focus on a couple professional leagues, regional leagues, and tournaments. Do not despair, there is ample soccer on American soil to get us through the summer. As usual, our best friends and staff tell us what they’re watching and why.
by Protagonist Staff
Read MoreThe 2023 Women’s World Cup is down to the Quarter Finals and we think you should probably make an extra pot of coffee to stay up every night and watch all four games. As usual, our reliable staff and guests will tell you why!
by Protagonist Staff
Read MoreOn Saturday, Tulsa Athletic won the NPSL National Championship in penalties over Georgia-based Apotheos FC. Sonny Dalesandro reflects on the season and what’s next for kings of NPSL soccer.
by Dan Vaughn
Read More“De Deacon was the name my father used for his construction company back in Nigeria. His ability to build great things inspired me to build something great, my team. I managed young men to play in the greatest country in the world, America! Our community has so much talent; soccer can help young men realize their abilities.”
Read MoreWe’ve made it into the first round of knockouts of the 2023 World Cup and there are some absolute bangers to watch! Our staff and friends give us their must-watch games and tell us why they’re watching.
by Protagonist Staff
Read MoreShort summer seasons crammed into a couple months doesn’t allow room for teams to find rhythms and round into form later in the season, and high turnover in most rosters due to most players typically coming through between their collegiate seasons doesn’t lend to many veteran lineups. A club’s staying power among the habitually postseason bound is a monumental credit to a club’s staff and supporting community that allows for roster depth, and later roster attrition as players are recalled for collegiate conditioning.
by Ryan Stallings
Read MoreOne of the largest leagues in the country, which regularly brings together some of the most interesting and diverse teams, is set to host its Spring 2023 National Finals this weekend, at Segra Field in Leesburg, Virginia. In what will truly be a Finals to remember, four conference number one teams will collide to find out who the UPSL’s Spring Champion is.
by Joshua Duder
Read MoreThere is an absolute ton of meaningful soccer happening this weekend - UPSL Finals Weekend, the USL League Two Final, and the NPSL Final. We also have the National Amateur Cup Finals as well as the MASS Champions Cup Semifinals. Our staff and guests have picked out what they will be either attending, watching, or wishing they could watch if only there were a stream…
by Protagonist Staff
Read MoreYesterday, an email circulated among press regarding the NPSL Leadership Change Initiative. The group aims to change the leadership of the NPSL. But will it have the strength to force changes in a league that is very resistent.
by Dan Vaughn
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