Los Angeles, CA - United Women’s Soccer (UWS) is thrilled to welcome SoCal FC to the Western Conference for the upcoming 2025 season.

A staple on the West Coast soccer scene since 2015, SoCal FC brings a rich tradition of player development and competitive excellence, making them a perfect fit for the league’s growing Western Conference.

With a mission to bridge the gap between youth and professional soccer, SoCal FC has built a reputation for developing talent at all levels of the game. The club’s roster includes current and former players in professional leagues worldwide as well as those representing senior national teams from countries such as the USA, Philippines, Belize, Australia, and more.

“UWS has been an active contributor to the women’s game, providing youth, collegiate, and professional players and clubs a competitive and professional platform with a players-first approach,” said Dido Tshimanga, Head Coach and General Manager of SoCal FC.

“We, at SoCal FC, are proud and excited to share the same values and vision in the development and bridging youth to professionals in the women’s game. We look forward to contributing to the professionalism and high competition level in the UWS," added Tshimanga.

UWS Commissioner Joe Ferrara shared his excitement for the club’s addition:

“SoCal FC has been a respected presence in the West Coast soccer community, and we’re proud to welcome them to UWS. Their dedication to player development and the advancement of women’s soccer aligns perfectly with our mission. We know they will bring a high level of competition to an already balanced and competitive Western Conference.”

The addition of SoCal FC bolsters the Western Conference as one of the most exciting and dynamic regions in UWS, providing a competitive platform for top collegiate players and rising stars.

SoCal FC will make its UWS debut in May 2025, with more details on the upcoming season schedule to be announced soon.

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