United Soccer Group (USG)
United Soccer Group (USG) is a premier youth soccer club in Berkshire County, Western Massachusetts, serving players from Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York and Vermont. It was founded in June 2023 by Mark Gillon and Rich Powell.
About United Soccer Group (USG)
Invested in community, inspiring generations
USG's mission is to develop talented individuals and teams "with the needs of the players at the forefront." It offers a premier pathway while supporting travel and recreational programs across the region.
Programs
- USG Junior Premier, USG Premier and USG Premier Plus.
- USG Prep.
- Residential Academy: Darrow School boys and girls soccer, powered by United Soccer Group.
- Camps and clinics.
- Mid-Atlantic Premier League (MAPL) member club.
Founders
Mark Gillon, from Northumberland in England, coached at Soccer Domain Academy in New Jersey, formed Stateline FC in the Berkshires in 2013, was a Regional Director at FC Boston Bolts and led Berkshire School girls varsity from 2017 to 2024. Rich Powell, from Nuneaton in England, came to the U.S. in 2006 and has coached in the Berkshires since 2007.
Mid-Atlantic Premier League member
United Soccer Group (USG) is a member club of the Mid-Atlantic Premier League (MAPL), a youth soccer league whose member clubs span New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts. MAPL is a proud member of the National 1 League and runs the MAPL Foundational League for younger age groups and the Mid-Atlantic Cup.
Where United Soccer Group (USG) plays
- Based in
- Berkshire County, MA
- County
- Berkshire County
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United Soccer Group (USG) FAQ
Where is United Soccer Group (USG) located?
United Soccer Group (USG) is based in Berkshire County, MA.
What leagues does United Soccer Group (USG) play in?
United Soccer Group (USG) teams play in Mid-Atlantic Premier League (MAPL).
Is United Soccer Group (USG) part of the Mid-Atlantic Premier League?
Yes. United Soccer Group (USG) is a member club of the Mid-Atlantic Premier League (MAPL), which is part of the National 1 League and runs the MAPL Foundational League and the Mid-Atlantic Cup.
When are United Soccer Group (USG) tryouts?
United Soccer Group (USG) posts tryout dates and registration for each season on its website, unitedsoccergroup.com.
When was United Soccer Group (USG) founded?
United Soccer Group (USG) was founded in 2023.
How do I join or try out for United Soccer Group (USG)?
Tryout, registration and program details are posted on the club's official website, unitedsoccergroup.com. You can also use Find Your Club Link-Up to shortlist United Soccer Group (USG) alongside other clubs near you, and we'll email you the list.
What other soccer clubs are near Berkshire County?
Other FYC Verified soccer clubs nearby include Albany Alleycats, New York Elite Alleycats FC, FC Dutchmen Surf, and Saratoga-Wilton Soccer Club. See the Nearby clubs section on this page for distances.