Richmond United is proud to announce that 14 teams across the club have qualified for postseason competition this summer, earning opportunities to compete on some of the biggest stages in youth soccer nationwide.
Representing Richmond United across the ECNL, ECNL Regional League, and National Premier Leagues (NPL), teams will travel coast-to-coast to compete against the top clubs in the country following outstanding performances throughout the 2025-26 season.
“This accomplishment reflects the dedication, focus and perseverance of our players, coaches, and families across an entire season,” said Leigh Cowlishaw, RU Director of Soccer. “The playoffs are a reward for a season of hard work, learning and growth. To have 14 teams competing in postseason play is a testament to the strength and depth of our pathway and the commitment to excellence throughout Richmond United.”
ECNL National Playoffs
Boys ECNL
Three Richmond United Boys ECNL teams have qualified for the ECNL National Playoffs in San Diego, California from June 25-July 2:
- 2010 ECNL Boys ~ Victor Olivares
- 2011 ECNL Boys ~ Patrick Hughes
- 2012 ECNL Boys ~ Patrick Hughes
Girls ECNL
Three Richmond United Girls ECNL teams will compete in Seattle, Washington from July 11-17 for theECNL National Playoffs & Finals:
- 2009 ECNL Girls ~Mike Burke
- 2010 ECNL Girls ~ Mike Burke
- 2011 ECNL Girls ~ Greg Boehme
ECNL Regional League Playoffs
Richmond United will send four Blue ECNL RL teams to Somerset, New Jersey from June 26-July 1:
- 2007/08 Blue ECNL RL Girls ~ David Burch
- 2009 Blue ECNL RL Boys ~ Leigh Cowlishaw
- 2011 Blue ECNL RL Boys ~ Pat McStay
- 2012 Blue ECNL RLGirls ~ Riley Wichmann
NPL Finals
Richmond United will also be strongly represented at the NPL Finals in Denver, Colorado with four qualifying teams:
- 2011 Girls Orange NPL Elite ~ Ellis Mumford
- 2009 Girls Red NPL Elite ~ Ben Tiner
- 2012 Girls Red NPL Elite ~ Mo Idris
- 2011 Boys Red NPL Elite 1 ~ Amass Amankona
NPL Finals Schedule
Girls Competition
- Group Stage: July 7-9
- Semifinals: July 10
- Finals: July 11
Boys Competition
- Group Stage: July 10-12
- Semifinals: July 13
- Finals: July 14
National Finals Returning to Richmond
Richmond United could also have the opportunity to compete for national championships on home soil later this summer as Richmond hosts multiple ECNL National Final events:
- Girls ECNL RL National Finals: July 15-18
- Boys ECNL National Finals: July 17-19
- Boys ECNL RL National Finals: July 17-19
With teams competing across the country and national finals returning to Richmond, the summer ahead promises to be an exciting showcase for Richmond United players and the continued growth of the club on the national stage.
