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Oakland County FC Joins the Midwest Premier League for 2026 Season

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.

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BOHFS St. Louis joins Midwest Premier League for 2025 Season

The Midwest Premier League (MWPL) is pleased to announce BOHFS St. Louis as the latest addition to its growing roster of clubs. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, BOHFS St. Louis has been a fixture in the local lower league soccer scene and is now stepping up to join the MWPL’s Gateway Conference for the 2025 season.

Alen Bradaric, President of BOHFS St. Louis, expressed enthusiasm about the club’s new venture. “We are grateful and excited to be joining the Midwest Premier League. Our goal is to provide talented players in the St. Louis Metro a platform to showcase their abilities in a competitive setting,” Bradaric said.

The addition of BOHFS St. Louis further strengthens the MWPL’s presence in the St. Louis region, a hotbed for soccer talent and development. Steve Beckman, President of the MWPL, welcomed the club to the league. “We welcome BOHFS St. Louis as the final 2025 expansion club in our Gateway Conference and look forward to them contributing to the league’s growing presence in the St. Louis area,” Beckman stated.

BOHFS St. Louis’ move to the MWPL underscores the club’s ambition to compete at a higher level and provide enhanced opportunities for players in the St. Louis Metro area. Their entry marks another step forward for the MWPL as it continues to expand its footprint and offer a competitive platform for top-tier amateur soccer.

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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 2024 season involved 37 clubs from 6 different states and included the league’s first-ever system of promotion and relegation.

Interested clubs can follow this link for more information.

Chicago City Dutch Lions FC becomes the latest addition to the MWPL

The Midwest Premier League (MWPL) is proud to announce the addition of Chicago City Dutch Lions FC as the latest member of the league. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the club joins the MWPL following a significant development in its history: the merger of Chicago Dutch Lions FC and Chicago City Soccer Club, which was announced on January 8th of this year. The latter previously competed in the MWPL during the 2023 season, competing in the Heartland Conference.

Nick Mulvaney, Sporting Director of Chicago City Dutch Lions FC, expressed his enthusiasm for the club’s return to the MWPL. “We are excited to announce our return to this exceptional league, which has been a driving force in the growth and transformation of soccer in our region. The league’s remarkable progress, especially with the introduction of promotion and relegation, has elevated competition and created meaningful opportunities for players, coaches, fans, and executives.

This dynamic structure aligns with our club’s commitment to development and excellence, and we are proud to contribute to the league’s continued success. Together, we’re elevating the game and shaping a brighter future for soccer in our community,” Mulvaney said.

Steve Beckman, President of the Midwest Premier League, welcomed the club back to the competition. “Chicago City SC was competing for a Heartland Conference trophy towards the end of our 2023 season and should make this year’s race for promotion into Heartland Division 1 even more competitive, this time as Chicago City Dutch Lions” Beckman noted.

The rebranding and merger mark an exciting new chapter for the club, blending the rich traditions of both the Dutch Lions organization and Chicago City Soccer Club. The move strengthens the MWPL’s position as a platform for competitive soccer and player development in the Midwest region.

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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 2024 season involved 37 clubs from 6 different states and included the league’s first-ever system of promotion and relegation.

Interested clubs can follow this link for more information.