United Premier Soccer League Announces Northeast Conference Expansion with New Hampshire Rapids FC

LOS ANGELES - Nov. 13, 2017 - PRLog -- The United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) is excited to announce New Hampshire Rapids FC as a new member starting with the 2018 Spring Season.

Based in Hampton, N.H., New Hampshire Rapids FC will begin UPSL play in the Northeast Conference.

United Premier Soccer League Commissioner Yan Skwara said, "The UPSL Northeast Conference is going to be extremely competitive in 2018 with so many quality teams coming on board. New Hampshire Rapids FC has a proven track record of success, and Luis Costa is an experienced leader ready to take the club to new heights. We wish Luis and New Hampshire Rapids FC the best of luck as they get ready for the 2018 season."

New Hampshire Rapids FC is owned by D&R International Sports Management Group and operated by Edward Devereaux.

New Hampshire Rapids FC Owner Edward Devereaux said, "This is a fantastic opportunity to expand playing opportunities for New Hampshire Rapids FC's most ambitious players and offers the same opportunities to other player in the area who are looking for high-level opportunities.

Luis Costa, former professional player, will serves as the club's head Coach. Born in Portugal, Costa, 45, previously coached Greater Lowell United FC (NPSL) and New Hampshire Rovers FC (CSL).

New Hampshire Rapids FC Head Coach Luis Costa said, "We're looking to give opportunities to as many local players, especially former college players, as possible and we look forward to identifying and developing players that can contribute to the New Hampshire Rapids."

The team will play its UPSL home game at Lawrence Veteran's Memorial Stadium (240 Osgood St., Lawrence, MA 01843) in compliance with the UPSL's Minimum Standards. The club will soon announce its upcoming game schedule.

About New Hampshire Rapids FC

New Hampshire Rapids FC is an American Soccer club currently based in Topsfield, Mass., and a new member of the United Premier Soccer League. New Hampshire Rapids FC will begin play in the UPSL's Pro Premier Division.

Founded in 1988, New Hampshire Rapids FC can participate in the qualifying rounds for the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup through their affiliation and membership with the UPSL, the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) and the United States Adult Soccer Association (USASA).

Contact:
Luis Costa
Direct: 978-996-3759
Email: lcosta1972@hotmail.com
Website: www.NHRapids.com

United Premier Soccer League

The UPSL was formed in 2011 and currently includes more than 100 teams in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Iowa, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia and Wisconsin. UPSL is the fastest growing Pro Development League in the USA, with 125-plus teams targeted for 2018 Spring Season. Each UPSL team is individually owned and operated, and is responsible for maintaining either UPSL Pro Premier Division or Championship Division minimum standards.

UPSL teams are all eligible to participate in the U.S. Open Cup Qualifying Rounds through the leagues affiliation with the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) and the United States Adult Soccer Association (USASA).

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