Midlakes United is an American soccer club based in Bellevue, Washington, in the Seattle metropolitan area. They began play in the 2024 season. The team plays in the Northwest Division of USL League Two, a semi-professional national league.
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| Full name | Midlakes United | ||
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| Founded | December 26, 2023 | ||
| Stadium | Bellevue College Soccer Field, Washington, U.S. | ||
| Coordinates | 47°35′17.6″N 122°09′04.2″W / 47.588222°N 122.151167°W | ||
| Owner | Treencee Russell | ||
| Head coach | Justi Baumgardt | ||
| League | USL League Two | ||
| 2024 | 4th, Northwest Division | ||
| Website | https://www.midlakesunited.com | ||
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History
editMidlakes United was founded in 2023 by owner and general manager Treencee Russell.[1] Former USWNT player Justi Baumgardt is the team's first head coach;[2] former Seattle Sounders FC player Jhon Kennedy Hurtado was named an assistant coach in December 2023.[3]
Midlakes United made their league debut on May 19, 2024 with a loss at Lane United FC. The league home opener was played at the Bellevue College soccer pitch on May 31, 2024 with a win against United PDX. The team finished 4th in the USL2 Northwest Division at the conclusion of their first season.
Players and staff
editTechnical staff
edit| Position | Name |
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| Head coach | Justi Baumgardt |
| Assistant coach | Jhon Kennedy Hurtado |
| Assistant coach | Javier Cruz |
| Assistant coach | Wilson Kasinga |
| Goalkeeper Coach | Isaac Tallant |
| Trainer | Dr. Kelly McCracken |
| Speed and agility trainer | Ryan Jackson |
Roster
editYear-by-year
edit| Year | Division | League | Regular season | Playoffs |
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| 2024 | 4 | USL League Two | 4th, Northwest | Did not qualify |
References
edit- ^ "Midlakes United to begin play in USL League Two in 2024" (Press release). USL League Two. December 26, 2023. Retrieved December 28, 2023.
- ^ Madigan, Grace (December 27, 2023). "New Bellevue semi-pro men's soccer team names a female head coach". KNKX. Retrieved December 28, 2023.
- ^ "About Us". Midlakes United. Retrieved December 28, 2023.