Philadelphia Union Announce Youth Affiliation with Falls SC

Falls SC joins Philadelphia Union Family as a Club Affiliate

CHESTER, Pa. (August 30th, 2021) - Philadelphia Union and Falls SC announced today a youth affiliation to aid in the development of the players as both athletes and community members.

The partnership between the Union and Falls SC will bring new opportunities to the area. The Club Affiliate Program will expand Falls SC’s Player Development Pathway and will create a direct talent ID pipeline for Philadelphia Union Youth teams and programming.

The Union and Falls SC will work cooperatively to offer multi-club development programs, specialized positional training, access to European event competitions, Union Select team opportunities, and invitations to elite programs.

“Special moment for the Philadelphia Union to welcome Falls SC as an official club affiliate.” Said Anthony Flores, Technical Director, Philadelphia Union Youth. “Coming together and creating further opportunities for their players like consistent training and the Union’s player pathway program is a testament to the club’s leadership, professionalism and commitment to continue growing the sports and level of play. The Union are honored to be a part of their journey!”

“Falls Soccer Club is extremely proud and excited to be an affiliate of the Philadelphia Union. As a season ticket holder since day one, this couldn't be closer to home for me as I've followed the Union since the start in 2010. Our new relationship with the Union Youth Affiliate Program will be a huge benefit to the kids in our community and program. We're looking to add a true developmental pathway to our players and coaches and partnering with the Philadelphia Union is just a huge step forward for the club as a whole. Aside from our full travel and academy training partnership, we'll look to add more and more opportunities, including camps, specialized training sessions and more. “Commented Kevin Shaw, President of Falls SC.