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.
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