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From ECNL Opponents to Family: Why We Made the Switch to FC Wisconsin

Mar 5, 2026 · 1 min read · Find Your Club Team

Switching competitive youth soccer clubs is never an easy decision, especially when leaving an established ECNL program. But what happens when you face an opponent during Midwest Conference play and are so struck by their sideline culture, coaching quality, and sheer togetherness that you decide you need to be a part of it?

That is exactly what happened for the parents of Banks, a player currently in his first season with FC Wisconsin.

In this parent testimonial by Brian Denu, we learn what it feels like to join the FC Wisconsin family as a newcomer. From the highly organized, no-wasted-time training sessions led by Coaches Ben and Billy, to the seamless team communication via the Sprocket Sports app, the difference is in the details. But beyond the elite facilities and college recruiting support, it is the immediate impact on player work ethic and the volume of constructive coaching feedback that stands out the most.

From ECNL Opponents to Family: Why We Made the Switch to FC Wisconsin video▶

"One of my biggest parenting regrets is that we did not join FC Wisconsin earlier, so my two other sons would have been able to have the same experience." – Brian Denu, Parent

Read the full transcript and see more reviews on FC Wisconsin's profile