New Mexico United U23 Set to Compete in USL League Two

January 23, 2020 - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
New Mexico United News Release

TAMPA, Fla. - The United Soccer League (USL) announced today that USL Championship club New Mexico United will field a U23 team in USL League Two for the 2020 season. The club will compete in the Mountain Division.

"This team will be an essential addition to our club model, as we look to bridge the gap between our High-Performance Youth Program and first team," said New Mexico United Head Coach Troy Lesesne. "League Two will also serve as a platform to enhance our scouting, as we will bring in top players that we've identified who fit our culture, style of play, and system of play."

Founded in 2018, New Mexico United led the USL Championship in attendance last year with over 13,000 fans per game. The club has created an instant positive impact on its community, and was the subject of the ESPN FC short film "United," in October 2019. More information about coaches, schedule, and home venue will be confirmed at a later date.

"In just a short time, New Mexico United has become an amazing example of engaging fans and creating a strong community bond," said Joel Nash, Vice President of USL League Two. "We're excited to see the club's interest in expanding their professional pathway by adding a team in League Two."

In joining League Two, New Mexico United's coaches and ownership will offer a proven path to professional soccer for its U23 players, both those at the elite collegiate level and the top academy-age players from the region. In addition to the valuable experience of playing in the nation's most competitive pre-professional environment, League Two also provides growth opportunities for its coaches, executives and communities.

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