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After almost 100 years of operation, Langley United are expanding their programs to provide playing opportunities in Pro-Am soccer.

Vancouver, BC – (July 24, 2024) – League1 BC can confirm that Langley United Soccer Association (LUSA) have been awarded with licenses that will enable them to compete in the Men’s and Women’s Divisions in 2025.

Next year, Langley United will celebrate 99 years in soccer having been founded in 1926, and joining the Pro-Am scene marks another milestone in the club’s long history ahead of their 100th anniversary.

A community club at heart, Langley United already boast a large array of programs from toddler to adult level, and joining League1 BC provides another holistic development pathway for LUSA players, as well as young talents in the Langley and Fraser Valley regions.

A motivating factor driving the club forward is their motto, ‘soccer for life’, which encompasses offering lifelong involvement in the recreational game, through to providing a platform for players to pursue their aspirations at higher levels. One player who has done the latter is Joel Waterman, a former Langley United youth player now featuring for the Canada Men’s National Team.

The club will play League1 BC home games at Willoughby Community Park, which staged last year’s League1 Canada Women’s Inter-Provincial Championship.

Mark Parker, Technical Director of Langley United, said: “I am incredibly proud of our club’s relentless dedication to growth and excellence. Securing a spot in League1 BC is a testament to the hard work, commitment, and passion of our players, coaches, and the entire Langley United community.

“This advancement represents a new chapter in our club’s journey, offering our players the opportunity to compete at a higher level and gain invaluable experience, and exposure to the NSL [Northern Super League] for female players and the CPL [Canadian Premier League] for male players.

“Participation in League1 BC has been a strategic objective for Langley United. Our entry into the semi-professional level underscores our commitment to nurturing local talent and contributing to the growth of soccer in British Columbia.”

Stuart Neely, General Manager at League1 BC, said: “Langley United have been a significant part of the British Columbia soccer scene for nearly 100 years, and we are excited to be a part of the next stage of their journey.

“The club’s long-standing ‘soccer for life’ mission, which underpins their aspirations, complements League1 BC’s goals to elevate the game in Canada and enhance development opportunities for future homegrown stars.

“Willoughby Community Park has already staged important League1 Canada matches, and we can now look forward to seeing Pro-Am level games more regularly in Langley in 2025.”