National 1 clubs in New England
National 1 is a new national league starting in 2026-27. It combines US Club Soccer's NPL with US Youth Soccer's National League. Teams play in local districts (New England's is run by EDP), and the best teams reach the ECNL Conference League Playoffs.
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Questions parents ask
What happened to the NPL and the USYS National League?
Both were folded into National 1 starting in 2026-27.
Who runs it in New England?
EDP operates Northeast District 1 (ME, VT, NH, MA, RI) and District 2 (Eastern NY, CT).
Does it lead to ECNL?
Top teams play in the ECNL Conference League Playoffs, and strong results can help a club get promoted to ECNL RL. Playing in National 1 doesn't automatically mean ECNL RL membership.
What ages?
U13 to U18/19 only.