Great Lakes Alliance

🏆 What a week for the Great Lakes Alliance and the Midwest Developmental League at the 2026 US Club Soccer NPL Finals!

From National Champions to National Finalists, our clubs showcased the talent, dedication, and player development that make our leagues among the nation's best.

Congratulations to all 18 qualifying teams for proudly representing your clubs, communities, and the Midwest on the national stage! 👏⚽

Read the full recap, see all of the qualifying teams, and celebrate this incredible achievement with us: https://www.glasoccer.com/post/great-lakes-alliance-and-midwest-developmental-league-clubs-shine-on-the-national-stage-at-the-2026

Great Lakes Alliance and Midwest Developmental League Clubs Shine on the National Stage at the 2026 NPL Finals The annual NPL Finals brought together the top teams from qualifying leagues across the country to compete for national titles. Between the Great Lakes Alliance and the Midwest Developmental League, 18 teams earned the opportunity to compete in Denver after winning their respective league championsh...

📅 Save the Date!

The 2026 Great Lakes Alliance Annual General Meeting & Fall Scheduling Meeting will be held on Sunday, August 2 at 2:00 PM at the Hilton Garden Inn in Twinsburg, Ohio.

Attendance is mandatory for all clubs with U10–U14 Pathway and National 1 teams competing this fall. Club representatives will finalize league schedules, receive important updates, and review key information for the upcoming season.

We look forward to seeing our member clubs in Twinsburg as we prepare for another exciting fall season! ⚽

https://www.glasoccer.com/post/great-lakes-alliance-announces-2026-annual-general-meeting-and-fall-scheduling-meeting

Great Lakes Alliance Announces 2026 Annual General Meeting and Fall Scheduling Meeting The Great Lakes Alliance has announced details for its 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Fall Scheduling Meeting, which will take place on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Twinsburg, Ohio.This year's meeting will be held at a new location:Hilton Garden Inn8971 Wilcox DriveTwin...

🏆 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS! 🏆

Congratulations to Columbus Express on being crowned the 2026 NPL Finals U19 Boys Black Division Champions!

What an incredible way to cap off your youth soccer journey! This championship reflects the hard work, leadership, and commitment this group has shown throughout the season. Facing top competition from across the country, these players rose to the occasion and proved they belong among the nation's best.

Congratulations to the players, coaches, families, and supporters who made this championship run possible. Your dedication and perseverance have resulted in a well-earned National Championship.

Thank you for representing your club and the Great Lakes Alliance with pride, passion, and class on the national stage. Congratulations on an unforgettable achievement, Champions!

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🏆 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS! 🏆

Congratulations to Indiana Impact on becoming the 2026 NPL Finals U15 Boys Black Division Champions!

What an incredible accomplishment! This team demonstrated outstanding determination, resilience, and teamwork throughout the tournament, rising to every challenge on their way to a national title. Their commitment to excellence and relentless work ethic have paid off in the biggest way.

Congratulations to the players, coaches, families, and everyone who has supported this remarkable journey. Winning an NPL Finals National Championship is a milestone to be celebrated, and this group has truly earned it.

Thank you for representing your club and the Great Lakes Alliance with pride and class on the national stage. Enjoy celebrating this unforgettable achievement!

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🏆 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS! 🏆

Congratulations to Indiana Elite FC on being crowned the 2026 NPL Finals U14 Boys Gold Division Champions!

This championship is a testament to the dedication, discipline, and teamwork this group has displayed all season long. Through every challenge, these players continued to compete with confidence, determination, and a relentless desire to improve.

Winning an NPL Finals National Championship is an incredible accomplishment, and everyone at Indiana Elite FC should be proud of what they have achieved. Congratulations to the players, coaches, families, and supporters who helped make this championship run possible.

Thank you for representing your club and the Great Lakes Alliance with excellence on the national stage. Enjoy every moment of this well-earned championship!

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🏆 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS! 🏆

Congratulations to Soccer Vision Academy U14 Boys Black on capturing the 2026 NPL Finals National Championship! What an incredible achievement and a well-deserved reward for a season defined by hard work, commitment, and outstanding teamwork.

Competing against some of the best teams in the country is never easy, but this group rose to the challenge every step of the way. Their determination, resilience, and passion for the game have earned them the title of 2026 NPL Finals U14 Boys Black Division Champions.

Congratulations to the players, coaches, families, and everyone at Soccer Vision Academy for this unforgettable accomplishment. You have represented your club, your community, and the Great Lakes Alliance with pride on the national stage.

Enjoy this moment, Champions! 🏆⚽💙

The 2026 National Premier Leagues Girls Finals have come to a close, and we couldn't be more proud of the Great Lakes Alliance teams that represented our league on the national stage.

Throughout the week, our girls teams competed with passion, resilience, and sportsmanship against some of the best competition in the country. They represented not only their clubs, but also their families, communities, and the Great Lakes Alliance with pride in every match.

To every player, coach, manager, and supporter who made the journey to Denver, thank you for representing our league with class and determination. Your hard work and commitment to the game were evident throughout the tournament, and you gave our entire Alliance plenty to celebrate.

Congratulations to all of our Great Lakes Alliance girls teams on an outstanding season and an incredible run at the 2026 National Premier Leagues Girls Finals. We are proud of everything you accomplished and can't wait to see what's next.



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Great work MUSC!

Indiana Impact is on a mission, a Mile High Mission!

Indiana Impact's U-15 boys team has arrived in Denver, intent on returning home with an championship. The team has club-branded shirts with "Mile High Mission" across the chest. They'll have to show out against teams from across the country in their bracket, including Bury City FC (MD), Othella United FC (WA) and Elite Premier FC (TX). Indiana Impact represents the Midwest Developmental League, one of the NPL member leagues that has been a part of the platform since the NPL's inception 15 years ago. The Midwest Developmental League is managed by the Great Lakes Alliance.

US Club Soccer is running this "Pic of the Day" series, sponsored by Siete Family Foods, throughout both the NPL Finals and the National Cup Finals. Players, coaches, parents, referees and spectators alike are encouraged to submit their photos for a chance to be featured during and after the event. Video submissions are also welcome, as US Club Soccer will put together a highlight reel at the conclusion of each tournament.

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