Call it beginner’s luck, but UPSL side Oyster Bay United FC — a club that came into existence just eight months ago — came flying out of the gates in their US Open Cup debut, defeating Hartford City FC 3-0.
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2022 Meet the Underdogs: Lynchburg FC wants to put Virginia town on the map with USOC run
Lynchburg’s ownership are locals to the area and strived to make the team community driven.
2022 US Open Cup Round 1, Day 1 preview
After a hiatus of two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup makes its return tonight with six games on tap
2022 Meet the Underdogs: Eight-month old Oyster Bay United making US Open Cup debut
At this time last year, when in any normal year the US Open Cup would’ve been kicking off its opening round, Oyster Bay United FC did not exist.
2022 Meet the Underdogs: Orlando FC Wolves bring strong resume to first Open Cup run
One of the dark horses wolves of the Open Division Local entries for the 2022 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup are the Orlando FC Wolves.
2022 Meet the Underdogs: City Soccer FC evolves from indoor facility, finds success outdoors
What started as an indoor facility in West Palm Beach, Florida has evolved into an outdoor team that has cultivated a soccer community for local players to showcase their talents.
2022 Meet the Underdogs: Azteca FC faces longest road trip in US Open Cup return
Denver, Colorado-based Azteca FC are set to make their third U.S. Open Cup appearance in a Wednesday evening visit to Tulsa, Oklahoma to face the NPSL’s Tulsa Athletic.
2022 Meet the Underdogs: Escondido FC removing barriers leads to US Open Cup debut
Alejandro (Alex) Garcia, a small business owner in Escondido, CA, founded Escondido FC with the goal of greater access in the community, with players able to play at little or no cost.
2022 Meet the Underdogs: Contra Costa FC making most of unique US Open Cup chance
After the club secured a berth to the US Open Cup, Contra Costa FC have been busy building their roster for the tournament with veterans and adding younger players to their squad.
2022 Meet the Underdogs: Brockton FC United, like Rocky Marciano, representing “City of Champions”
When Brockton FC United takes the pitch in the first round of the 2022 Lamar Hunt US Open Cup, they’ll be playing for more than just their club