Midwest United Women
- Leagues Played
- USA USL W-League Women 32 USA League Women 12
- Links
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- Related Teams
- Midwest United
Results
Stats
| Total | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Wins | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Draws | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Losses | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Goals for | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Goals against | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Clean sheets | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Failed to score | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Wikipedia - Midwest United FC
Midwest United FC is an American soccer club based in Grand Rapids, Michigan that fields teams in MLS NEXT and Elite Clubs National League and senior teams in the Great Lakes Division of USL League Two and USL W League. Midwest United FC is a youth academy affiliate of Major League Soccer club Columbus Crew.
History
Midwest United FC was founded in 1990 under the moniker GRASA (Grand Rapids Area Soccer Association) and was the first youth select soccer club in Grand Rapids. The initial registration was 60 players from around the area.
In 1996, Grand Valley Premier SC was formed and was the area's only premier soccer club[] for the next 10 years. GRASA and Grand Valley Premier merged in 2007 to form Grand Rapids Crew Juniors, the first junior club affiliate of MLS franchise Columbus Crew. During its time as GR Crew Juniors the club earned a National Championship in 2011 for its U17 Boys.[]
Grand Rapids Crew Juniors rebranded to Midwest United FC in June 2015. The U16 Girls team earned the title of US Soccer Development Academy National Champions in 2016.[]
In 2019, the ownership of the women's side Grand Rapids FC was transferred to Midwest United FC. Originally competing in United Women's Soccer, the club has since moved to USL W League. A men's team was added in 2022 to compete in USL League Two.
In 2024, the men's team qualified for the USL League Two playoffs for the first time since it joined the league.
With a strong emphasis on developing young talent and fostering a competitive spirit, Midwest United Women have quickly risen through the ranks to become a formidable force in the world of women's soccer. Their style of play is characterized by quick passing, strategic positioning, and relentless pressure on their opponents.
Off the field, the team is known for their strong sense of camaraderie and dedication to their sport. They are role models for aspiring female athletes, inspiring the next generation of soccer players to reach for their goals and never give up on their dreams.
Midwest United Women are proud representatives of the USA, and they continue to make their mark on the international stage with their impressive performances and unwavering determination to succeed.