Nick79, Q*bert doesn't have it quite right. Basically each club decides to be professional or not but if you do pay players [above travel expenses, etc.] then you can not have college players [they lose their college eligibility per NCAA]. For teams like Miami, Cosmos, and Jacksonville; financial loses are a given. There may be current NPSL clubs that pay players, IDK, but if they do it's more in line with their finances. Basically, each club is independent and operates of it's own sweet will [props to Philip Levine].
this move was a bit of a head-scratcher until I read about Harvard Medical School. http://www.bostoncityfc.com/news/former-vitesse-arnhem-and-international-keeper-joins-the-lions/ Boston City FC has signed former Dutch Under 20 national team goalkeeper Wouter Dronkers, who spent the past three seasons with Vitesse Arnhem of the Eredivisie, the top professional league in the Netherlands. Dronkers has also played with FC Twente, where he was part of the club’s UEFA Europa League squad, while the club was managed by former England boss Steve McClaren, who guided Twente to the Dutch title and won the Johan Cruyff Shield, also known as the Dutch Super Cup. Dronkers has represented the Dutch national team level at every age group from Under 15s to Under 20s
Because we are talking a low revenue league which helps college players keep fit and retain their scholarships, I wonder if some of the teams are pay-to-play. It would make sense as most teams can't cover travel costs from attendance & sponsorships. I noticed that the Boston Breakers College Academy team in the WPSL mentioned something about "have checks ready" on one of their registration pages (not a tryout fee).
https://www.frontrowsoccer.com/2018...clair-st-standout-terci-signs-with-fc-motown/ MADISON, N.J. – Former Montclair State University standout Lucas Terci will join FC Motown for the NPSL side, it was announced Monday morning. Terci, a midfielder who spent the last two seasons training with RBII and trialed last summer with the Cosmos, is attacking player with a knack for scoring goals.
SOME UNRETIRING THOUGHTS: Hunter Freeman joins FC Motown Apr 24, 2018 https://www.frontrowsoccer.com/2018...hand-and-feet-hunter-freeman-joins-fc-motown/
Boston City FC @BostonCityFC 5m5 minutes ago Starting this Sunday for the visit of @NYCosmos, kickoff 6pm, all #BCFCUS home matches will be live-streamed with a quality 3-camera shoot and @Niko_E_B and @backman_warren in the announcers booth. The live link at http://www.BostonCityFC.com looks like this...
https://www.frontrowsoccer.com/2018...-kicks-off-inaugural-season-at-atlantic-city/ A MONMOUTH UNDERTAKING: FC Monmouth kicks off inaugural season at Atlantic City May 7, 2018
The Lion's Den 4 hours ago Derby City Rovers Back Out Of Scheduled Friendly. Derby City Rovers (USL/PDL) unexpectedly cancelled last minute the much anticipated friendly at the Legacy Sports Club Arena in Lafayette, Indiana against FC Indiana (NPSL). The news was announced this morning by Derby City Rovers President/technical director Nathan Pitcock, but no reason or explanation was given, according to Lions’ media. However, it was noted and it appeared that the 3:00pm kick off that was agreed to back in March was being pushed back to 6:00pm to accommodate Derby City Rovers. 'FC Indiana vs. Derby City Rovers ticket holders are advised to retain their tickets which will be refunded at the full price of purchase,' FC Indiana representative said in the statement. 'I hope you can forgive this inconvenience and not let it stop you from attending future home games. In fact we would like to offer all season and match day ticket holder one free admission for an upcoming home match.'
https://www.brotherlygame.com/2018/...h-west-chester-and-junior-lone-star-post-wins Atlantic City FC wins first league match; West Chester and Junior Lone Star post wins NPSL Keystone Conference play started opened Wednesday with a battle between expansion teams Atlantic City FC and FC Monmouth
Jim Rooney Bringing Wealth of Playing Experience to Head Coaching Position with Boca Raton FC May 14, 2018 http://www.npsl.com/news/2268 Rooney’s professional career began with the Long Island Rough Riders in 1994, where he remained until 1997 when he joined the NY MetroStars of MLS. From there the central midfielder joined former MLS club Miami Fusion where he made 67 appearances and scored 12 goals. Rooney finished his career with stints with the New England Revolution and a return to the Rough Riders.
Soccer in the Stadium is back! The Syracuse Chiefs and your very own Syracuse silver Knights are pairing up this summer to bring soccer into NBT Bank Stadium! Let your child get to play and train with the Professionals and then sit back and enjoy America's greatest pastime! The Soccer Clinic hosted by the Silver Knights is from 9am to 12pm! The Clinic Package includes the clinic, a t-shirt and 1 ticket to that days Chiefs game! Any additional tickets are $6, and there will be a post-game Fireworks show! To sign your child up, call Kyle at 315-474-7833 or email
I'm confused about NPSL scheduling. Some divisions started play in March but others aren't starting until June. How does that make any sense?
http://fiftyfive.one/2018/05/bluegreens-and-crows-settle-for-draw-in-duluth/ 29 May 2018 Duluth FC and Minneapolis City in their first meeting of the season Saturday in the Twin Ports as the NPSL North’s two most visible clubs settled for a 1-1 draw.
John Paul Motta @JohnPMotta 8h8 hours ago Great start for the #Steinbrechercup. The @Lansdownebhoys fell 6-2 in OT to the PDL @CharlotteEagles and NPSL @elmcityexpress fell to the PDL @MichiganBucks 2-0. Going to be a great final on Saturday. – at New Britain Stadium
out West they always start their season earlier than the rest of the conferences...my guess is that they might have less need for college players.
Electric City Shock @ElectricCity13 20h20 hours ago POSTPONED Our match against @AtlanticCityFC has been postponed due to weather. Instead, we will play June 6 at 6:30 pm. SEE YOU THERE #shocknation #NPSL