LUDLOW, MA-The U.S. Soccer Federation’s Adult Council proudly announces the launch of the Brandi Chastain Cup, the country’s premier elite women’s amateur championship. This groundbreaking event, endorsed by legendary U.S. Women’s National Team star Brandi Chastain, aims to unite and elevate women’s soccer by bringing together the top amateur teams  from across the country under a single competition.

The top 2 pre-Professional women’s leagues in the United States will square off in a match sanctioned by US Soccer. The game will feature the New England Mutiny of United Women’s Soccer (UWS) and the Richmond Ivy of the USL W-league. The match is scheduled for Thursday June 5 at City Stadium in Richmond, VA. The winner of the match will face an opponent to be determined on a date and at a venue yet to be established.

The New England Mutiny are the defending Eastern Conference Champions and UWS National Finalist. The Mutiny will begin its 25th season in 2025, making them one of the oldest women’s teams in U.S. history. Signature moments for the club, include a narrow 4-3 defeat to the Chinese Women’s National Team in a pre-Olympic exhibition in 2004. In 2012, Mutiny defeated the Boston Breakers in league play 2-1, thereby making them the only amateur team to ever defeat a professional team in a competition.

“As we embark on our 25th season, I have seen women’s soccer come a long way to become part of the fabric of many communities. We are excited to represent United Women’s Soccer (UWS) in this groundbreaking event,” said Mutiny GM Joe Ferrara.

Brandi Chastain, a two-time FIFA Women’s World Cup Champion, two-time Olympic gold medalist and a co-founder of Bay FC in the NWSL is a passionate advocate for the game’s development at all levels. She expressed her enthusiasm for the competition.

“Women’s soccer in the United States has an incredible foundation built by generations of talented athletes. The Brandi Chastain Cup will provide an essential platform to showcase the country’s top amateur players while further uniting the women’s soccer landscape. I’m honored to support this initiative and can’t wait to see the talent on display”, stated Chastain.

Chastain’s deep connection to the women’s game extends beyond her legendary international career, as she has been an active mentor and advocate within the adult amateur soccer ecosystem. The competition will serve as a bridge between the amateur and professional levels, creating further opportunities for elite players to advance in their careers.

Chastain is no stranger to western Mass, the home of the New England Mutiny, as she  played in the National Championship match hosted by the Mutiny when playing for the California Storm.

“We are honored to have United Women’s Soccer represented in this first ever Inter-League Elite Competition. The New England Mutiny has a storied history in women’s soccer and along with all of our teams in UWS we are committed to advancing the women’s game in the United States.” stated UWS League Founder Roberto Aguas.

CORONA, CA – Future FC is thrilled to announce its participation in the 2025 season as the newest member of the United Women's Soccer (UWS) Western Conference. This milestone marks an exciting step forward for the club as it continues to provide elite opportunities for female athletes to pursue their soccer aspirations at the highest level.

Established in 2021, Future FC Women has quickly become a dominant force in Southern California, winning two consecutive undefeated United Premier League Women's Titles and an additional undefeated SWPL Title. The club's proven track record of success makes its entry into UWS a natural progression as it seeks to compete among the nation's top women's clubs.

Future FC Women serves as an elite platform for former youth players who have advanced to the collegiate level and beyond. The program provides a crucial environment for returning collegiate athletes to train, stay fit, and sharpen their skills during the off-season while proudly representing their hometown team. Additionally, Future FC Women offers high-performing youth products an opportunity to be further challenged in a competitive setting, preparing them for future collegiate and professional careers.

"Future FC is excited to be part of the UWS and the Western Conference for the 2025 season. UWS has set the gold standard in bridging the gap between the college and professional game for women in North America and offers young women an environment to continue to develop and follow their dreams of playing at the highest level possible," stated Future GM & Head Coach Shayon Jalayer.

Future FC's mission is to positively impact youth development in the community by offering ambitious players the opportunity to grow both on and off the field. The club represents the diverse and vibrant community of Corona, creating a launch pad for players to earn professional tryouts and contracts both within the U.S. and abroad. The organization is set to promote several players to the professional ranks in 2024, further solidifying its commitment to player advancement.

"Future FC shares similar core values as UWS particularly in player development, exposure and growth of the game, particularly on the women’s side and we look forward to competing against some of the best women's clubs in the country," added Jalayer.

"I cannot fully express the excitement of having Future FC join United Women's Soccer. The quality of the organization from top to bottom has been exceptional and so glad that they chose UWS has the platform to take the club to the next level," said League Commissioner Joe Ferrara.

As Future FC prepares to embark on this new journey, the club remains steadfast in its commitment to empowering female athletes and fostering a culture of excellence, opportunity, and community pride.

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