We are two (2) men's pre-professional soccer clubs and one (1) pre-professional women's soccer club committed to positively impacting the Cities of Rochester and Syracuse, NY and its surrounding communities by fielding competitive, championship-caliber teams while supporting the development of youth soccer locally. Passion and inclusion are our North Star, guiding how we live, how we act, how we play, how we serve. Rather than being a sport business operating in Rochester/Syracuse, we are a Flower City business operating in sport. As such, we acknowledge our responsibility in nurturing social and economic connections through inclusive business practices. We actively embrace diversity and aim to reflect back the faces and voices of our region.

Rooted in Community

Our clubs aim to be community-centric in engagement and operation. We participate annually in community events and look to bring local businesses and organizations into our stadium on matchdays to help cross-promote and grow our city. Likewise, the Union and 1872 clubs work closely with local youth soccer programs and offer training sessions for players and educational sessions for coaches to help elevate their youth programs.

Annual Local Community Events:

• NAMI Rochester Walk for Mental Health
• Rochester Lilac Festival
• Flower City Charity Night
• Game-worn Charity jersey auction
• Golisano’s Stroll for Strong Kids
• Dick’s House of Sports Youth Camps

Annual Local Community Engagement:

• Local Youth Club Clinics
• Youth Clubs Attend Flower City Training
• Youth Players as Ball Boys & Player Walkouts

Local Business Exposure:

• Active Memberships (Visit Rochester, Rochester Chamber, Greece Chamber, Brighton Chamber)
• Rochester Chamber & Networking Theme Night (80 companies in attendance for 2022)
• YouTube “Rooted” Series (Players visit local businesses & highlight the small businesses and their owners)
• Player Appearances at Local Events
• Women-Owned Business & Networking Events
• National Soccer Viewing Parties Held at Local Bars, Pubs & Restaurants
• Local Television Series - “Beyond the Pitch” (2 Episode Docu-Series Aired in 2022)

Benefits of Soccer:

• Help a community-minded club support the local community
• Boost your personal profile
• Personal & professional networking with other soccer owners & executives
• Marketing benefits for your place of business
• Potential for club asset growth with the 2026 Men's World Cup on the horizon