For Immediate Release
FREDERICKSBURG, Va. & TAMPA, Fla. – The United Soccer League and Fredericksburg City Soccer Club announced today that Fred City will join the USL W League and League Two for the 2027 season.
Founded in 2026, the club will look to build upon years of passion for soccer in the Fredericksburg region. Fred City will follow a commitment to player development, organizational excellence, and meaningful community engagement. The club’s ownership group, which features local soccer, business, and civic leaders who aim to build a sustainable organization that will serve the community for generations to come.
“Fred City joining USL W League is an opportunity to elevate the women’s game in a historically soccer-rich region, inspire the next generation, and create a club that our entire community can rally behind,” said Victor Fuster, Fred City SC Co-Owner. “Our group has deep experience in women’s soccer and our vision has always been to build an organization that develops people as players, strengthens our region through the game, and provides a professional experience that reflects the pride and passion of Fredericksburg.”
Before Fred City kicks off in May, the club will begin its year-round efforts to engage the community by leading youth soccer clinics and school engagement programs, establishing nonprofit partnerships, and participating in community festivals and charitable service projects. The club will work with the guiding principles of excellence, passion, integrity, opportunity, and respect. Fred City will be led by Jason Graham, former Fredericksburg City Council Member, Victor Fuster, Operating Partner of Riphean Athletics, and Gilberto Baez, former Commonwealth Cardinals FC Founder.
“Fred City’s mission to build ties to the local community and player development focus perfectly aligns with the vision behind the W League,” said Joel Nash, USL SVP of Youth and Pre-Professional Properties. “With an enthusiastic and experienced leadership group, we are eager to see the product that this club will deliver for Fredericksburg on and off the field.”
Fredericksburg City SC will be a member of the Chesapeake Division in USL W League’s Eastern Conference.
To learn more about Fredericksburg City SC, visit the club’s website, Instagram, X, and Facebook.