Northern Virginia United FC

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Northern Virginia United FC
Northern Virginia United 2021.jpg
Nickname(s)NVU
FoundedJanuary 3, 2018 (January 3, 2018)
StadiumCropp Metcalfe Park at Evergreen Sportsplex
Capacity1300
OwnerBrian Welsh
Head CoachBrian Welsh
LeagueNPSL
WebsiteClub website

Northern Virginia United FC is an American soccer club based in Leesburg, Virginia. They currently have teams in the fourth-tier National Premier Soccer League and fifth-tier United Premier Soccer League.

The club's primary nickname is 'NVU' and the name used across all of their social media platforms is 'NVUFC'. The club play their home matches at Cropp Metcalfe Park at Evergreen Sportsplex. All home games are broadcast live from Evergreen Sportsplex via the club's YouTube channel.

History[]

Original club crest

Northern Virginia United FC was founded in 2018 by Brian Welsh and Chris Jennings.[1] They joined the fourth-tier National Premier Soccer League and playing out of Evergreen Sportsplex in Leesburg, Virginia.[2][3] Their original crest reflected the area’s aviation history and status as an Internet hub.[4] However, the crest eventually change to include a lion, a homage to Brian Welsh's former club in Scotland, Dundee United.[5] They played their first match on June 1, 2018, defeating FC Frederick by a score of 2-1.[6]

Second club crest

In 2019, the Northern Virginia United Youth Academy was formed.[7] The Academy joined the Super Y League in 2021.[8][9]

In 2020, they added a club in the fifth-tier United Premier Soccer League, while continuing to operate their NPSL side.[10] However, their debut in the UPSL was delayed as they were unable to compete in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[11]

In March 2021, NVUFC announced a partnership with Scottish Premiership club Dundee United F.C..[7] The partnership's formation was due in part due to Brian Welsh, the owner and manager of NVUFC, being a former longtime player for Dundee United.[12][13] The partnership will allow for the sharing of resources, with players and coaches being able to travel for training experiences between the two clubs.[14] As part of the partnership, NVUFC rebranded their logo to align with the Dundee United crest, adopting the tangerine color and logo brand assets.[15]

Current roster[]

As of March 23, 2021.[16] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
— GK United States USA Colin Shutler
— GK United States USA Hayden Evans
— DF Mali MLI Will Mejia
— DF United States USA Jake Campbell
— DF United States USA Ethan Lloyd
— DF United States USA Filip Burnett
— DF United States USA Jared Valdés
— DF Scotland SCO Daniel Welsh
— DF United States USA Michael Diehl
— DF United States USA Jack Rawlins
— DF United States USA Sam Golan
— DF United States USA John Fuquene
— MF United States USA Ryan Harmouche
— MF United States USA Marcos Sanchinelli
No. Pos. Nation Player
— MF United States USA Alex Shahmirzadi
— MF United States USA Nick Short
— MF United States USA Zee Warid
— MF United States USA Chris Little
— MF United States USA Zach Aversano
— MF United States USA Dorion Dixon
— MF United States USA Alexander Abril
— MF United States USA Bret Halsey
— MF Scotland SCO Chris Welsh
— FW Sierra Leone SLE Shaka Bangura
— FW United States USA Giovanni Vásquez
— FW United States USA Alexander Garuba
— FW United States USA Bardia Kimiavi

Club management[]

Front Office
Position Staff
Owner Brian Welsh
General Manager Chris Welsh
Director of Soccer Operations Chris Jennings
Director of Operations Daniel Welsh

Last updated: January 11, 2018
Source: Official Website of Northern Virginia United

Coaching staff
Position Staff
Head Coach Scotland Brian Welsh
Assistant Coach United States Chris Jennings
Assistant Coach Scotland Daniel Welsh
Assistant Coach Scotland Michael Welsh
Player Coach Scotland Chris Welsh

Last updated: January 2018
Source: Official Website of Northern Virginia United

References[]

  1. ^ Pazzalia, Casey (July 5, 2018). "Leesburg-based pro soccer team making waves in inaugural season". Loudoun Times-Mirror.
  2. ^ "Northern Virginia United FC Joins the NPSL". National Premier Soccer League. January 2, 2018. Archived from the original on January 3, 2018.
  3. ^ Makuch, Ryan (May 4, 2021). "From NPSL to MLS: Collin Verfurth Looks to make Impact with the New England Revolution". National Premier Soccer League.
  4. ^ Kivlehan, Chris (January 3, 2018). "Welcome to the NPSL: Northern Virginia United". Midfield Press.
  5. ^ Kay, Bryan (February 2, 2019). "Former Tangerine says link-up with his old club perfect place to blood young American talent". The Herald (Glasgow).
  6. ^ "Northern Virginia United FC Defeats FC Frederick 2-1". National Premier Soccer League. June 4, 2018.
  7. ^ Jump up to: a b "Terrors Partner with Northern Virginia in Exciting United Future". Dundee United F.C. March 23, 2021.
  8. ^ "Northern Virginia United FC signs authentic partnership with Scottish Premiership Club Dundee United". Northern Virginia United FC. March 23, 2021.
  9. ^ "Northern Virginia United FC partners with Scottish pro club Dundee United FC". Soccerwire. March 24, 2021.
  10. ^ "UPSL Announces Mid-Atlantic Expansion with Northern Virginia United". United Premier Soccer League. February 14, 2020.
  11. ^ Roache, Ian (July 20, 2020). "Dundee United cup final hero Brian Welsh lifts lid on how he's bringing working-class values to suburban America". The Courier (Dundee).
  12. ^ Woodger, Calum (April 28, 2021). "Can Dundee United emulate 'the Man City model' as they explore setting up a feeder network?". The Courier (Dundee).
  13. ^ Woodger, Calum (April 27, 2021). "Doing things the Dundee United way: Former Tangerines defender and Northern Virginia chief Brian Welsh has high hopes for his kids in America". The Courier (Dundee).
  14. ^ "Dundee United's State Side Partner, Northern Virginia United – Chris Jennings Interview". NE98. April 12, 2021.
  15. ^ Vaughn, Dan (March 23, 2021). "NVUFC and Dundee United Ink Partnership". Protagonist Soccer.
  16. ^ "Northern Virginia United: Roster". Northern Virginia United.

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