The Great North American Revolution

Introduction

So now that I have both the US and Canadian databases finished I have decided that I will be doing a story based off of the databases. Just to let you all know they will be released publicly later in the week when graphics are complete (as I type at 8pm on January 17th I am about 60 done on graphics)

So this story and the databases follow a change in the sport in North America due to its rising popularity since the 2010 World Cup. In this story you will see what these databases will have and how the CONCACAF Champions League has changed.

Story wise I will be starting in the lowest US playable league that could take a little over a decade to make to the top. Will I stay with this club and move up the latter or will I move from job to job improving my stock as a manager. We will see.

I really hope you all enjoy this story as well as give the files a shot. (Currently no file to download)

This story begins a few weeks before the start of the 2013 Major League Soccer Season

Loudoun Soccer Club: 2015-16
Chicago Magic: 2016-




Part I: The First Steps of Management
Loudoun Soccer Club

Part II: In the Windy City
Chicago Magic

Very, very interesting start! Good luck with this, mate

Looking forward to this, good luck!

This should be great... good luck!

Also, there's something about the layout I really like, so keep that up.

Jack Thanks

Switch Thanks for the positive vibe!!

Alex It has to be the simple text haha

Not a thing wrong with simple text, man. Curious to see how you handle the "great reorganization"!

2016-01-18 19:50#224995 tenthreeleader : Not a thing wrong with simple text, man. Curious to see how you handle the "great reorganization"!

You are about to see

FINALLY! I have waited so long for this day! Good luck mate!

Earlier USSF President Sunil Gulati announced the structure to the newly revised United States Soccer Pyramid. In the press conference he went over what the divisions are and what teams could be participating.

Since the all star game of of the 2013 Major League Soccer Season many in the soccer community have been a buzz over the news that things are changing in this country. Fan interest in the sport has grown and many clubs around the nation have been excited to see where they could end up.

One such club to be looking to join the ranks is Bethlehem Steel FC of Bethlehem, PA. Known as the Steelmen BCFC is considered one of the most well known and successful clubs of the early period of US Soccer. During their original run the club won five US Open Cups. This team has been relaunched in anticipation to the new era of soccer. The current owners were able to secure the rights to all club properties from name and history. Along with many other clubs they are anticipating to see where they will start out.

Here is the new structure. All current MLS, USL, NASL, PDL and NPSL Clubs have first choice with here they will be playing and most likely stay grouped together. Clubs from other leagues will still have to gain a license from what ever league they will compete in. There will be 8 leagues ran by the USSF and Levels 9 and lower will be ran by the US Club Soccer organization.

The season will be starting in August and ending in May. Now that might be a big surprise but the USSF felt it would be easier to attract talent in the transfer window as well as easier scheduling around national team dates. Now you must be thinking what about competing with the NFL, NCAA and then the issue of cold weather?? Well the first part is still to be seen. Weather wise there will be a winter break between the first weekend of December until the first weekend of February.

THE UNITED STATES SOCCER SYSTEM
American Premier League
USL Championship
USL League One
USL League Two
USSF National League
USSF National League Conference
National Premier Soccer League
National Premier Soccer League Division One
US Club Soccer Premier
US Club Soccer Lower Divisions

Now as you can see no numbers or teams have been set but it will most likely follow the English FA system. Despite the fact the USSF is in control of the top 8 divisions both the USL and NPSL get to operate their leagues. In a way the USL would be the equivalent of the Football League and so on.

Cup wise so far the USSF is trying to emulate what England has in their system. All we know so far is that first the first time in it's 100 year plus history the US Open Cup will truly be open with at total of 736 clubs in it. The 3 Canadian MLS clubs will be apart of it as well. Puerto Rico Islanders have also accepted an invitation.

You must be asking why is everything mimicking England??? Well during the past year the USSF has been working closely with the FA on the structure.

The USSF will open registration for clubs to join the system starting September First. Around the start of 2015 there will be a lottery type of drawing to see where all clubs will be placed. The only clubs that have reserves spots are from MLS. All Current clubs plus Orlando and NYCFC will be part of the new American Premier League.

The 2015/16 American Premier League Season is set to kick off in August here on NBC.

We'll see how closely the systems mimic each other in our respective saves. Curious to see how it all turns out!

2016-01-21 09:21#225086 tenthreeleader : We'll see how closely the systems mimic each other in our respective saves. Curious to see how it all turns out!

Same here!! As we are both starting in the lower levels it will be great to see where we can take our teams and careers

Well hello there my name is Kevin Arnold and I am a 28 year old who is pretty big into the sport of soccer. For me it has been a passion of mine since I started playing at a friends house when I moved to Virginia back in 1997. Before then I was living in Central New York playing mostly hockey and basketball.

At the time of the move down to Virginia hockey was pretty non existent and people looked at me funny when I brought it up. Soccer for the most part wasn't a foreign concept due to the massive immigration from all over the world. The sport really intrigued me as it was pretty much hockey and lacrosse but using your feet instead of a stick. Sadly they frown on physical contact.

So about a year into my move a friend from my neighborhood introduced me to the sport and got me into a local youth league. I played for the Dragons in the Ashburn Youth Soccer League as a goalkeeper the position I would play my whole career. Now my first few years I really sucked but with going to camps and practicing I would improve.

A few years later I gave travel soccer a chance. Unlike overseas if you want to play for a good team or in a good league you would have to pay to play. It was expensive but oh well I had fun. The club i signed up for is known as the Loudoun Soccer Club based in Leesburg. Founded in 1978 they re considered the premier club in the county.

Well after that I would become one of the best players in the county and as well the region. In high school I made Varsity my Freshman year. Didn't play at all during that year with them but started half of the JV season. During the non school sports season I would be with Loudoun and still work my craft.

Eventually I would sign with a Division 1 college (Top college sports division) Marshall University in the Winter of 2006. Actually on my Birthday on February 8th. At the end of my high school/ U18 career i was ranked in the top 200 players of the class of 2006. I was ranked at 112 and the 30th best goalkeeper.

So college we were really bad and I didn't play much at all during the season but was able to play in the PDL each summer back at home with the Northern Virginia Royals. After college I was signed with what is now Minnesota United when they were in the NASL during 2011. I got cut before the season began thus ending my career. At the time and still to now I have myself as a free agent so if anyone wants to sign me please call.

Ok so currently in 2015 I am working, have wife and coaching. Yes I said coaching. I am back with Loudoun as a coach for their U16 squad. I don't get paid or anything but it is something I enjoy doing this as a hobby.

The news about the reorganization of the sport has me really happy. I might be able to get some playing time once again. I think this system will work out really well and I can't wait to see how much the US will dominate in a sport.

Well that is all about me. I am hoping and praying that somebody calls me. Having a 9-5 job is awesome but soccer is where I believe I should be.

nice update mate, looking forward to this