Soccer: NISA News

The Michigan Stars FC (in red) are now competing in the NISA (National Independent Soccer Association).

     Detroit City FC, and the Michigan Stars FC are now competing in the NISA (National Independent Soccer Association).  Both teams previously competed in the NPSL (National Premier Soccer League).  The 2020 NISA season features 8 teams including Cal United Strikers FC, Chattanooga FC, Detroit City FC, the LA Force, the Michigan Stars FC, Oakland Roots SC (California), Stumptown Athletic (North Carolina), and 1904 FC (San Diego, California).
     Leave a comment, or email the Mitten State Sports Report at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com  Click on the link below for more information about the National Independent Soccer Association.  Click on past months to see all of the Mitten State Sports Report's archived material.  Check out Game Notes.











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-  The National Independent Soccer Association was founded in 2017.  



-  The National Independent Soccer Association played their first season in 2019.



-  Detroit City FC currently has an overall record of 1-0.



-  The Michigan Stars FC currently has an overall record of 0-1.











For info about the National Independent Soccer Association click on  https://www.nisaofficial.com



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Best of June 2019

     The month of June featured 7 posts that were viewed by people throughout the Midwest.  NPSL (National Premier Soccer League) soccer games in Ann Arbor, and information about the NAL (National Arena League) received lots of views.  Scroll down to see what everyone is clicking on.
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1.  "AFC Ann Arbor 1-0 Stars"  posted 6/2/2019

2.  "GRFC 2-0 AFC Ann Arbor"  posted 6/10/2019

3.  "Football: NAL News"  posted 6/23/2019





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The TONY fixes BRICK Pic of the Month is a photograph taken at a NPSL soccer game in Ann Arbor. 

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        For more info about the NAL (National Arena League) click on  www.nationalarenaleague.com











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-  The Mitten State Sports Report has published 72 posts so far in 2019.



-  The Mitten State Sports Report has published 1,153 posts.



-  The Mitten State Sports Report has received 232,922 views.



-  The profile of Tony Pertile has been viewed 29,058 times.











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GRFC 2-0 AFC Ann Arbor

On Sunday, June 2nd, Grand Rapids FC (in white) defeated AFC Ann Arbor (in blue) 2-0. 

     On Sunday, June 2nd, Grand Rapids FC defeated AFC Ann Arbor 2-0.  Both teams compete against each other in the NPSL (National Premier Soccer League), and both clubs are rivals in the Great Lakes Conference Division.  The game was played on the football field at Concordia University, in Ann Arbor.  Scroll down to see exclusive photographs of NPSL action.  
     Grand Rapids FC is currently in 1st place in the NPSL Great Lakes Conference Division standings with 16 points, and an overall record of 5-1-1 (1 tie).  AFC Ann Arbor is currently in 3rd place in the NPSL Great Lakes Conference Division standings with 15 points, and an overall record of 4-1-3 (3 ties).  Click on the links below for more information about Grand Rapids FC, AFC Ann Arbor, or the NPSL.
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Both teams compete against each other in the NPSL (National Premier Soccer League).

Grand Rapids FC is currently 5-1-1 (1 tie) in the NPSL standings.

AFC Ann Arbor is currently 4-1-3 (3 ties) in the NPSL standings. 

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-  AFC Ann Arbor is also known as Ann Arbor's Mighty Oak.



-  AFC Ann Arbor also features a Women's team that competes in UWS (United Women's Soccer).



-  Grand Rapids FC also features a Women's team that competes in United Women's Soccer.



-  Grand Rapids also has a UPSL (United Premier Soccer League) soccer team known as BiH Grand Rapids.  











For more information about Grand Rapids FC click on  https://grandrapidsfc.com



For more information about AFC Ann Arbor click on  https://www.afcannarbor.com



For NPSL stats, and standings click on  https://www.npsl.com



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AFC Ann Arbor 1-0 Stars

On Monday, May 27th, AFC Ann Arbor defeated the Michigan Stars FC (MSFC) 1-0.  Both teams compete in the NPSL.

     On Monday, May 27th, AFC Ann Arbor defeated the Michigan Stars FC (MSFC) 1-0.  Both teams compete against each other in the Great Lakes Conference Division of the NPSL (National Premier Soccer League).  Last Monday's game was played on the football field at Concordia University in Ann Arbor.  Scroll down to see exclusive NPSL photographs.
     AFC Ann Arbor is currently in 2nd place in the NPSL Great Lakes Conference Division standings with 11 points, and an overall record of 3-0-2 (2 ties).  The Michigan Stars FC is currently in 7th place in the NPSL Great Lakes Conference Division standings with 0 points, and an overall record of 0-4.
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AFC Ann Arbor is currently 3-0-2 (2 ties) in the 2019 NPSL standings.

The Michigan Stars FC is currently 0-4 in the 2019 NPSL standings.

Last Monday's game was played on the football field at Concordia University in Ann Arbor.

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- Jarred Dass scored the only goal of the game during last Monday's NPSL showdown.



-  Detroit City FC also competes in the Great Lakes Conference Division of the NPSL.



-  Detroit City FC is currently in 5th place in the NPSL Great Lakes Conference Division standings with 7 points, and an overall record of 2-1-1 (1 tie).



-  Ann Arbor also has a minor league soccer team known as the AAFC Lumberjacks.  The Lumberjacks compete in the UPSL (United Premier Soccer League).











For more information about the NPSL click on  https://www.npsl.com



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The Stars Are back

The Michigan Stars FC is making a comeback in 2019, and the team will once again compete in the NPSL.

     The Michigan Stars FC is making a comeback in 2019, and the team will once again compete in the NPSL (National Premier Soccer League).  The Michigan Stars FC went dormant in 2018, but the team previously competed in the NPSL.  The Michigan Stars FC is already holding tryouts, and more information can be found on their official website.
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-  The Mitten State Sports Report featured the Michigan Stars FC twice in July of 2017.



-  George Juncaj is a Co-Owner, and Coach of the Michigan Stars FC.



-  Alexander Strehmel is the Head Coach of the Michigan Stars FC.



-  Ned Fawaz is a Co-Owner, and CEO of the Michigan Stars FC.



-  The Michigan Stars FC held their last practice on December 21st, 2018.











For more information about the Michigan Stars FC click on  www.michiganstarsfc.com



For more information about the NPSL click on  www.npsl.com



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AAFC Lumberjacks Pics

Scroll down to see exclusive photographs of the Ann Arbor FC Lumberjacks.

The Ann Arbor FC Lumberjacks compete in the Midwest Conference - East Division of the UPSL.

The Ann Arbor FC Lumberjacks play their home games on the football field at Concordia University.

The AAFC Lumberjacks currently have an overall record of 4-2-4.

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-  There are 6 teams competing in the UPSL Midwest Conference - East Division.



-  The UPSL also features a Midwest Conference - North Division, a Midwest Conference - West Division, and a Midwest Conference - Central Division.



-  Ann Arbor also has another soccer team known as AFC Ann Arbor.



-  AFC Ann Arbor competes in the NPSL (National Premier Soccer League).  











For more information about the United Premier Soccer League click on  www.upslsoccer.com



For more info about the AAFC Lumberjacks click on  https://www.facebook.com/aafcjacksandjills



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Stars 4-3 FC Indiana

On Friday night, the Michigan Stars FC (in red) defeated FC Indiana (in black) 4-3.

     On Friday night, the Michigan Stars FC (MSFC) defeated FC Indiana 4-3.  FC Indiana lead 3-0 into the second half, but MSFC chipped away at the deficit, and capped off the evening with a victory aided by 2 stoppage time goals.  Friday night's game was played at Hurley Field located at 2301 Robina Ave, in Berkley.
     The Michigan Stars FC, and FC Indiana both compete in the Great Lakes Conference Division of the NPSL (National Premier Soccer League).  The Michigan Stars FC is currently in 6th place in the Great Lakes Conference Division of the NPSL standings with 15 points, and an overall record of 3-5-6.  FC Indiana is currently in 8th place in the Great Lakes Conference Division of the NPSL standings with 4 points, and an overall record of 1-12-1.
     Click on the links below for more information about the Michigan Stars FC, FC Indiana, or the National Premier Soccer League.  Scroll down to see exclusive photos from Friday night's NPSL showdown.
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The Michigan Stars FC currently has an overall record of 3-5-6.

FC Indiana currently has an overall record of 1-12-1.

Both teams compete in the Great Lakes Conference Division of the National Premier Soccer League.  

Friday night's game was played at Hurley Field located at 2301 Robina Ave, in Berkley.

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-  Michigan Stars FC Goalkeeper #1 Anthony Mwembia was the Man of the Match on Friday.



-  MSFC Defender #28 Alexander Ofiemu scored a goal on Friday night.  Ofiemu scored in two consecutive matches.



-  MSFC closed their season last night on the road with a 1-0 loss against AFC Ann Arbor.



-  AFC Ann Arbor is currently in 1st place in the Great Lakes Conference Division standings with 34 points, and an overall record of 11-1-1.  











For more information about the NPSL click on  www.npsl.com



For more information about the Michigan Stars FC click on  www.michiganstarsfc.com



For more information about FC Indiana click on  www.legacysportsclub.com



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Stars 2-1 Lansing United

On Friday night, the Michigan Stars FC (in red) defeated Lansing United (in blue)  2-1.

     On Friday night, the Michigan Stars FC (MSFC) defeated Lansing United 2-1.  The Michigan Stars FC lead 1-0 late into the contest, but Lansing United tied the game 1-1.  The Michigan Stars FC won in stoppage time on a goal scored by #28 Alexander Ofiemu.  Friday night's game was played at Hurley Field located at 2301 Robina Ave, in Berkley.
     The Michigan Stars FC, and Lansing United both compete in the Great Lakes Conference Division of the NPSL (National Premier Soccer League).  Lansing United is currently in 3rd place in the Great Lakes Conference Division standings with 18 points, and an overall record of 6-5.  The Michigan Stars FC are currently in 6th place in the Great Lakes Conference Division standings with 11 points, and an overall record of 2-4-5 (5 ties).
      Click on the links below for more information about the Michigan Stars FC, Lansing United, or the NPSL.  Scroll down to see exclusive photos from Friday night's National Premier Soccer League showdown at Hurley Field.
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The Michigan Stars FC, and Lansing United both compete in the NPSL.

Friday night's NPSL game was played at Hurley Field in Berkley.

The Michigan Stars FC, and Lansing United both compete in the Great Lakes Conference Division.

Lansing United currently has an overall record of 6-5.

The Michigan Stars FC currently have an overall record of 2-4-5 (5 ties). 

Hurley Field is located at 2301 Robina Ave, in Berkley.

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-  Sammy Conti scored the only goal for Lansing United on Friday night.



-  Michigan Stars FC home games can be seen on the MSFC official website.



-  Highlights from Lansing United games can be seen at the official website of Lansing United.



-  Hurley Field is also home to the Berkley Bears.  











For more information about the NPSL click on  www.npsl.com



For more information about the Michigan Stars FC click on  www.michiganstarsfc.com



For more information about Lansing United click on  lanunited.com



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NPSL On CN900

AFC Cleveland competes in the East Conference of the NPSL (National Premier Soccer League).  

     2017 NPSL (National Premier Soccer League) games can be seen on CN900 (Comcast Network TV Channel 900).  Several teams from the state of Michigan compete in the Great Lakes Conference of the NPSL including AFC Ann Arbor, Detroit City FC, Grand Rapids FC, Kalamazoo FC, Lansing United, and Michigan Stars FC.  The Milwaukee Torrent, and FC Indiana also compete in the Great Lakes Conference.  CN900 will broadcast Detroit City FC vs. Glentoran FC tonight at 9:00 p.m.
     The NPSL features 14 conferences, and 94 teams.  AFC Ann Arbor is currently in 1st place in the NPSL Great Lakes Conference with 12 points, and an overall record of 4-1.  Click on the links below for more information about the National Premier Soccer League, or Comcast Network TV Channel 900.
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FC Buffalo competes in the East Conference of the NPSL.

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-  AFC Cleveland are the reigning NPSL Champions.



-  Glentoran FC is from Belfast, Northern Ireland.



-  The NPSL was founded in 2003.



-  The NPSL was featured on the Mitten State Sports Report in June, and July of 2013.



-  CN900 (Comcast Network TV 900) was formerly known as CL (Comcast Local).











For more information about the National Premier Soccer League click on  www.npsl.com 



For more information about Comcast Network TV Channel 900 click on  comcastnetworktv.com



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Heartbreak in the Heights!

The Michigan Stars played their 2014 season at the Star International Academy football field, located in Dearborn Heights.

     The Michigan Stars played their 2014 season at the Star International Academy football field, located in Dearborn Heights.  Last month, the Stars announced that they are moving their team operations to Pontiac, and the team will play their 2015 home games at Wisner Stadium.  Wisner Stadium is located at 441 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, in Pontiac.
     The Michigan Stars compete in the Midwest Region of the NPSL (National Premier Soccer League), and the team expanded into the league in 2014.  The NPSL currently has 64 teams scheduled to compete in the 2015 season.  The NPSL featured 74 teams in 2014.  Click on the link below for more information about the National Premier Soccer League.
     The Michigan Stars finished the 2014 season in 12th place (of 15 teams) in the Midwest Region with 13 points, and an overall record of 4-9-1.  The Midwest Region is scheduled to feature 12 teams for the 2015 season.  Click on the link below for more information about the Michigan Stars.
      FC Sparta was a NPSL team that competed at Hurley Field (in Berkley) during the 2013 season, but the team is now dormant.  There are currently 3 teams from Michigan scheduled to compete in the 2015 NPSL season including Lansing United, Detroit FC, and the Michigan Stars.  Click on June, and July of 2013 to see exclusive photos of National Premier Soccer League action.  You can always leave a comment, and you can email the Mitten State Sports Report directly at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com  Scroll down to relive the memories of FC Sparta.

FC Sparta competed in the NPSL during the 2013 season.  The team is now dormant.

   

During the 2013 season, FC Sparta played their home games at Hurley Field, in Berkley.

Two FC Sparta games were featured on the Mitten State Sports Report. 

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For information about the National Premier Soccer League click on  www.npsl.info 



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All Access: FC Sparta

FC Sparta head coach George Kallis discusses strategy with one of his assistants!

#9 Vinny Bell leads AFC Cleveland in scoring this season with 6 goals!

Game time for FC Sparta!

#6 Daniel O'Callaghan has contributed 1 goal this season for AFC Cleveland!

This was the final home game of the regular season for FC Sparta!

AFC Cleveland's bench players keep themselves loose!

FC Sparta returns to Hurley Field on July 20th, (2:00 P.M.) for an exhibition game against the Windsor Stars!

AFC Cleveland won 5-1.  Don't miss FC Sparta next time they come your way!

For more information about FC Sparta click on  fcspartamichigan.com/


For more information about the NPSL click on  www.npsl.info/


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