Utah Soccer Alliance is proud to announce our acceptance in the Utah Platform League (UPL) for the 2023 Fall season.

In an effort to enhance and create a healthier competitive environment for Utah's soccer community, we are excited to join the UPL. In addition to our acceptance, we also look forward to collaborating with the other teams/clubs that will be participating in the league as we collectively aim to create developmental opportunities for all clubs and teams regardless of the National, Regional, or State Platforms.

Qualifications

The Utah Platform League will consist of clubs and teams who are able to qualify through either the following National Platforms  (ECNL, GA, & E64) or the USYS National Championship Series (State Cup). For competition purposes, UPL member clubs will only be allowed one (1) team per age group, per gender, that qualifies through the identified National Platform Leagues. Meanwhile, UPL club teams will not be limited to the number of teams participating. This will be based on results as defined in qualifications.

Eligibility

In terms of eligibility, UPL member clubs will be limited to one (1) team per age group, per gender, must be between the age groups of U13-U18/19, and will not be permitted to compete in the UYSA State Cup or UYSA State Gaming League. As for UPL qualified teams, they become eligible as either State Cup Finalists or Champions, and maintain the option to still play in the UYSA gaming league or UYSA State Cup. Clubs participating via the National Platform Leagues: Utah Soccer Alliance (USYS E64 NL), Sparta (Boys USYS E64 NL), Celtic (Girls Academy League), Wasatch SC (Girls Academy League), La Roca (ECNL) & Avalanche (ECNL)

"This has been something that we have been hoping for many years. This initiative will be a significant stepping stone towards the growth and development of club soccer in Utah. We want to express our utmost gratitude towards the UYSA for actively listening to our needs and working tirelessly to make this happen. We look forward to seeing how this league will come together and contribute to the bright future of soccer in our community."- Dennis Burrows, Director of Coaching

As a member of the UPL's inaugural year, we are honored to accept this invitation and look forward to competing amongst the highest level of competition that our state has to offer.