The NPSL: The perfect foundation for US Soccer pyramid

When it comes to building up the US Soccer pyramid, a good foundation for the development of players and markets is necessary. And the NPSL is just that.

With Major League Soccer in the midst of a World Cup international break, the off-week presented an opportunity to take in a different level of competition. With several NPSL and PDL games being played across the country, soccer fans everywhere could watch hidden local talents.

I had the chance to watch a match between the Rhode Island Reds and Boston City FC, two rivals in the NPSL Northeast. The action on the pitch was intense in front of a modest crowd on a high school football field. The teams duked it out to a 2-2 draw and Reds striker…