09/09/2026
😤 Dakota Alliance Soccer Club is South Dakota's ELITE 😤
We are excited to officially announce that Dakota Alliance Soccer Club is joining the Twin Cities Soccer League's league structure for the 2026-2027 season as a member of the Twin Cities ECNL-RL!
We are incredibly thankful to the TCSL and ECNL-RL for allowing DASC into the ECNL-RL this season. With the restructuring of the USYS National League system, this left DASC without a viable league to compete and grow in with consistent, high-quality competition. Based on DASC's past performances in the USYS National Leagues, Regionals, and Nationals and after thorough discussions between our staff, SDYSA, TCSL, and ECNL-RL, an agreement was made to allow DASC to compete in the ECNL-RL.
All matches will be played in the Twin Cities.
"The youth soccer landscape is changing, and leagues like ours have a responsibility to find thoughtful solutions. When US Club Soccer, US Youth Soccer, and Dakota Alliance came to us, we listened — and we worked hard to find a path forward that upholds the standards our member clubs expect. Dakota Alliance is a well-respected club, and we've done the work to make this the right fit. We look forward to seeing them compete in the Twin Cities."
-Matt Tiano (C.E.O.), TCSL
"We are honored to join the Twin Cities Soccer Leagues structure and grateful for the confidence that TCSL, its member clubs, and national soccer leadership have placed in DASC. This opportunity provides an exciting pathway for our players, coaches, and families while reinforcing our commitment to excellence on and off the field. Most importantly, this partnership creates meaningful opportunities for our athletes to compete, develop, and pursue their highest aspirations within the game. We look forward to building strong relationships across the league and representing our soccer community with pride."
-Russell Finch (Executive Director), DASC
