“On behalf of the clubs in the Chesapeake area, we are all very excited to get this new league moving forward to serve the membership, including the players, coaches, families and referees,” said Tim Ryerson, Chesapeake Premier Soccer League President.

Chesapeake Premier Soccer League participating teams will compete for qualification to the NPL Finals, held every summer in Denver, Colorado, where qualifiers compete against other regional NPL member leagues throughout the country for championships. The NPL’s vision is to serve youth soccer by forming and collaborating with leagues, adopting the Players First philosophy and supporting US Club Soccer’s mission to foster the development of clubs.

“The Chesapeake Premier Soccer League is a strong addition to the NPL landscape,” said Alfonso Motagalvan, NPL General Manager. “It complements the nearby Mid-Atlantic Premier League, Virginia Premier Soccer League and Great Lakes Alliance, and ensures quality competition without large travel burdens on families – a core value of the NPL.”

Questions and league membership interest can be emailed to Brynn McDonald, US Club Soccer Northeast General Manager, at bmcdonald@usclubsoccer.org.

Quotes from participating clubs:

• Brian Rowland, Baltimore Celtic Technical Director: “At Baltimore Celtic, we are committed to creating the best environment for our players to maximize their development, actualize their potential and foster a love for the sport of soccer. Becoming a founding member of the Chesapeake Premier Soccer League helps us achieve these goals by allowing us to compete and play in games that prioritize the players and families at our club.”
• Matt Arrington, D.C. Soccer Club Director of Soccer: “D.C. Soccer Club is excited to be a founding member of Chesapeake Premier Soccer League. We’re looking forward to being part of a local league dedicated to creating a positive matchday experience with development as the priority for all involved – players, coaches and referees.”
• Carmen Juliano, Ellicott City Soccer Club Technical Director: “We are looking forward to the positive game environment that the Chesapeake Premier Soccer League will provide for players, teams and families!”
• Steve Campbell, Maryland United FC Technical Director: “Maryland United FC is excited to announce our partnership with US Club Soccer and the Chesapeake Premier Soccer League. This collaboration will enhance our programming and provide new opportunities for our membership. With access to National Premier Leagues (NPL) events and playoff platform, we look forward to elevating player development across multiple levels within our club.”
• Bryan Watson, Matrix Soccer Academy President: “Matrix Soccer Academy is thrilled to continue to be at the forefront of changing the game of soccer on the Eastern Shore of Maryland with our participation in the CPSL. We look forward to being directly involved with reshaping and redefining the landscape of youth soccer through meaningful change from the ground up.”
• Laurie Lane, Potomac Soccer Association Executive Director: “We are grateful for the opportunity to join with like-minded clubs to bring the Chesapeake Premier Soccer League to the region. We are looking forward to giving the players a platform where they can develop and thrive in a positive place.”
• Ed McCue, Old Line FC Director of Coaching: “Old Line FC is excited to support Chesapeake Premier Soccer League’s inaugural season this fall. The league’s standards align with our club’s philosophy: appropriate competition, less travel/costs, true player-first mentality, and club affiliate input and influence on best league practices. CPSL 2025!”
• Andrew Bulls, Coppermine Soccer Club President: “We’re incredibly excited about our club’s participation in this new league, as it provides our teams with even more opportunities to compete at the highest level, both locally and nationally. Our goal is always to offer competitive and challenging experiences for every player, and with Tim Ryerson at the helm, we’re confident that he will create an exceptional environment for growth and success.”
• Steve Knapman, Brit-Am Soccer Academy Technical Director: “As Technical Director of our small, but ambitious club, I’m excited to offer this new opportunity for our players and families to grow and compete locally against other strong clubs without the need to travel long distances. With a player-first approach, I believe we share similar goals with the Chesapeake Premier Soccer League, and we feel that this will be a good fit for a number of our teams in the future.”
• Chavin DeSilva, Rockville Soccer Club Technical Director: “We are thrilled to announce Rockville Soccer Club’s entry into the newly created Chesapeake league. This represents an exciting step forward for our players, coaches and community, as we continue to challenge ourselves at a higher level. The Chesapeake Premier Soccer League’s mission and vision aligns perfectly with our commitment to player development and excellence. Our participation in this league will provide our players with invaluable opportunities to grow, test their skills against strong opponents and showcase their talents on a bigger stage. We look forward to representing Rockville with pride and competing at the highest standard.”