National 1 League
- Jul 1
- 2 min read
One Alliance. Endless Opportunities. |
The National 1 League (N1) represents a major step forward in competitive youth soccer, aligning with the new National 1 League platform developed through the collaboration of US Club Soccer and US Youth Soccer. This team-based structure brings together top clubs in a unified, high-level environment designed to elevate competition and create a more connected player pathway. N1 Midwest District 1, operated by Great Lakes Alliance maintains the core principles of meaningful games and appropriate competition while integrating into a broader national framework that enhances visibility, consistency, and postseason opportunities. The result is a streamlined, modern league model that supports long-term player development and aligns with the evolving landscape of elite youth soccer.
N1 Midwest District 1, operated by Great Lakes Alliance is bringing together clubs from key markets across Ohio, Western Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Western New York. This structure creates a strong, competitive footprint with consistent standards of play and meaningful matchups across the district. It also ensures alignment within the broader National 1 League framework, while Greater Cincinnati is aligned with Midwest District 2 alongside Kentucky and Indiana.
Schedule & Standings
Coming Fall 2026
Rules
Game Lengths
11v11 13U-14U 40 minute halves
11v11 15U-16U 40 minute halves
11v11 17U-19U 45 minute halves
Referee Information
If you are interested in officiating this league, please contact us.
If you are a referee for this league, please view our Letter to Referees here.
REFEREE FEES FOR 2025/2026 SEASON
13U-14U $80/$50/$50 total $180
15U-16U $90/$55/$55 total $200
17U-19U $100/$65/$65 total $230
Important Dates
More information coming soon
Player Registration (Carding)
Registration is required of all players participating in US Club Soccer-operated or -sanctioned programming. Players who are not currently registered with US Club Soccer are not allowed to participate in US Club Soccer programming.
Learn more here.
Join the National 1 League
Are you interested in joining this league? Send us a message and we will send you information about league registration.
