The Midwest Premier League (MWPL) is proud to announce the addition of Oakland County FC to the Great Lakes Conference ahead of the 2026 season. The club, based in Royal Oak, Michigan, will operate concurrently with its USL League Two side, continuing its mission of developing local talent and strengthening community engagement while expanding competitive opportunities across multiple platforms.
“Oakland County FC is thrilled to officially join the Midwest Premier League. This marks an exciting new chapter for our club as we continue to grow and provide even more opportunities for players, staff, and supporters within our community. We’re eager to compete against more of the region’s top clubs and contribute to the league’s mission of elevating the standard of soccer across the Midwest. This new platform aligns perfectly with our club’s commitment to developing talent, building community pride, and showcasing the passion that makes OCFC special. We look forward to an exciting season ahead and can’t wait to get started on this next step in our journey.”
— Dominic Troia IV, Oakland County FC President
Since its founding in 2014, Oakland County FC has been a pillar of Michigan’s soccer scene, combining on-field excellence with meaningful community impact. Their addition strengthens the MWPL’s growing presence across the Midwest and continues to highlight Michigan’s deep pool of soccer talent.
“We’re excited to welcome OCFC into our Great Lakes Conference for the 2026 season! The club has done well to establish itself in the Royal Oak community over the last decade and we’re looking forward to the level of competition they’ll bring to our league.”
— Steve Beckman, Midwest Premier League President
With Oakland County FC joining the MWPL, supporters can look forward to thrilling rivalries, passionate fanbases, and continued growth for grassroots soccer across the region.
Stay tuned to midwestpl.com and MWPL social channels for more updates as the 2026 season approaches.
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The Midwest Premier League is an American regional soccer league run by its member clubs. The goals of the league are to focus on sustainability, the promotion of high-level competition between clubs, and the support of all of its members through the sharing of ideas and best practices. The league’s 2025 season involved 44 clubs from 7 different states, including a promotion-relegation system in the Heartland Conference.
Interested clubs can follow this link for more information.