Motor City Cruise Announce Open Player Tryouts

August 6, 2025 - DETROIT, Mich. - The Motor City Cruise, NBA G League affiliate of the Detroit Pistons, will host a one-day, two-session open player tryout on Saturday, Sept. 20, at Henry Ford Detroit Pistons Performance Center (6201 Second Ave, Detroit, MI 48202), beginning at 1 p.m. ET. Players who register will compete for a chance to earn an invitation to Cruise training camp in October. Participants will showcase their skills through NBA-level drills and scrimmages in front of Detroit Pistons and Motor C... Full Story

Detroit City FC Hits the Road for Midweek Clash at Rhode Island FC

August 5, 2025 - Pawtucket, Rhode Island - Detroit City Football Club returns to action after a weekend off for a mid-week Eastern Conference battle at Rhode Island FC. Kickoff from Centreville Bank Stadium is set for 7 p.m. on Wednesday and will be streamed live on ESPN+ and broadcast locally on CW Detroit 50 (WKBD-TV). For Michigan residents, the match is free to stream on CBSDetroit.com. Last time out, Detroit City dominated the final group stage match of the USL Jägermeister Cup on Saturday evening, ... Full Story

Detroit City FC Acquires Midfielder Kobe Hernandez-Foster from Las Vegas Lights FC

July 30, 2025 - DETROIT - Today, Detroit City Football Club has announced the acquisition of 23-year-old midfielder Kobe Hernandez-Foster from Las Vegas Lights FC for an undisclosed fee. As part of the deal, Las Vegas Lights FC will retain a sell-on percentage. Hernandez-Foster joins Le Rouge for the remainder of the 2025 USL Championship season with an option in place for the 2026 season. Despite recently completing a transfer to Las Vegas Lights FC, the Los Angeles, California native most recently played f... Full Story

Detroit City Football Club and Sporting Director Trevor James Part Ways, Effective Immediately

July 22, 2025 - DETROIT - Detroit City FC announces today that the club and Sporting Director Trevor James have parted ways, effective immediately. DCFC is deeply grateful for Trevor's dedication and years of service. Trevor has played a pivotal role in shaping Detroit City FC's identity and success and has helped build the foundation of our club's growth on and off the pitch. In the coming days, DCFC will share highlights of Trevor's achievements and enduring impact on the City community. Our heartfelt t... Full Story

• Detroit City Football Club and Sporting Director Trevor James Part Ways, Effective Immediately - Detroit City FC (USL) July 22
• Michigan Panthers Offensive Lineman Ryan Nelson Signs with Los Angeles Chargers - Michigan Panthers (UFL) July 17
• Royal Oak Leprechauns and Partners to Honor Tiger Great Bill Freehan on July 22 - Royal Oak Leprechauns (Northwoods) July 17
• Royal Oak Leprechaun Ryan Tyranski Headed to Northwoods League All Star Game - Royal Oak Leprechauns (Northwoods) July 8
• Michigan Panthers Announce Offseason Appearances - Michigan Panthers (UFL) July 2
• Michigan Panthers Tight End Jalen Wydermyer to Attend Tight End University - Michigan Panthers (UFL) June 23
• Muscle Cars and More Theme Night at Memorial Park - Royal Oak Leprechauns (Northwoods) June 23
• Motor City Cruise Announce Summer Activations Across Detroit - Motor City Cruise (G League) June 22
• Royal Oak holds on against Woodchucks, 4-3 - Royal Oak Leprechauns (Northwoods) June 18
• Royal Oak Leprechauns Host Monday Night Baseball Trivia Night and Tuesday's Healthcare Hero Night - Royal Oak Leprechauns (Northwoods) June 16
• Panthers Fall To Defenders in UFL Title Game - Michigan Panthers (UFL) June 15
• Michigan Panthers Quarterback Bryce Perkins Named 2025 United Football League Most Valuable Player - Michigan Panthers (UFL) June 13
• Detroit City FC Concludes Three-Match Road Trip with Saturday Night Contest at Loudoun United - Detroit City FC (USL) June 13
• Michigan Panthers Quarterback Bryce Perkins Named 2025 UFL Offensive Player of the Year - Michigan Panthers (UFL) June 10
• Michigan Panthers Specialist Kedrick Whitehead Jr. Named UFL 2025 Special Teams Player of the Year - Michigan Panthers (UFL) June 9
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• Birmingham, Michigan
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August 8	Northwoods	Royal Oak at Traverse City	7:05 p.m.
August 7	Northwoods	Royal Oak at Kalamazoo	6:35 p.m.
August 6	Northwoods	Royal Oak 2 at Kalamazoo 10	Final
August 6	USL	Detroit 0 at Rhode Island 1	Final
August 5	Northwoods	Kalamazoo 3 at Royal Oak 11	Final
August 4	Northwoods	Kalamazoo 10 at Royal Oak 14	Final
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• Detroit City FC blanked, 1-0, by defending Eastern Conference champ Rhode Island - USL Detroit News (August 7)
• Motor City Cruise tryouts: Can you make Pistons' G-League affiliate - G League Detroit Free Press (August 6)
• Detroit Shock among best dynasties in WNBA with 3 championships - WNBA Canton Observer-Eccentric (August 2)
• Catholic League alums reunited, thriving with Royal Oak Leprechauns - Northwoods Oakland Press (August 2)
• Detroit Pistons' Tolu Smith aims to carry Summer League showing into sophomore year - G League Detroit News (August 1)
• Photos: Battle Jacks Baseball vs. Kenosha - Northwoods Battle Creek Enquirer (July 31)
• Pistons’ Tolu Smith aims to carry Summer League showing into sophomore year – The Oakland Press - G League Oakland Press (July 31)
• Browns sign UFL RB Toa Taua amid Quinshon Judkins legal issue - UFL Browns Wire (July 28)
• DCFC wins Jägermeister Cup finale, does not advance to knockout stage - USL Detroit News (July 27)
• Detroit's fallen stadiums: Pontiac Silverdome - UFL Detroit Free Press (July 25)
• Detroit Pistons to add wing Colby Jones on two-way contract - G League Detroit News (July 24)
• Lions kicker with UFL roots reacts to Michigan Panthers relocation rumors - UFL MLive (July 24)
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