What is Kingston Stockade FC?
The KINGSTON STOCKADE FOOTBALL CLUB (Stockade FC) is a men's soccer club based in Kingston, NY that competes in the National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) which is in the 4th division of the US soccer pyramid. The club was founded in 2015 and played its first season in 2016.
Stockade FC represents not only Kingston, but also the entire Hudson Valley. We starting the club from scratch, and we invite you to join us to help make it something that everyone from Kingston to Poughkeepsie, Newburgh to Hudson, Beacon to Albany can feel a part of. We want to compete, have fun, and, most importantly, be a part of the community.
Our home games at Dietz Stadium are designed to bring people together in uptown Kingston, and we encourage people to visit the local merchants and experience the weekly Kingston Farmer’s Market. We expect our club to produce a positive economic impact for both Kingston and surrounding towns as well as showcasing the level of talent and enthusiasm that exists for soccer throughout the Hudson Valley.
Why “Stockade FC”?
Kingston is a city rich in history which stems from the original Dutch settlers of the mid-1600s. This history can be found everywhere from the stone homes lining the streets of uptown Kingston and within the “Stockade District” named for the wooden fortification originally built to protect the Dutch settlement. Stockade FC will build upon this history.
Dutch settlers building a stockade wall, similar to the one once found protecting Kingston, NY.
North Wind Picture Archives / Alamy Stock Photo
Original map of the area protected by Kingston's stockade fence in 1695.
via James Werner
Where does the team play?
Stockade FC plays at Dietz Stadium in Kingston, NY. Dietz has a capacity of 1500. and the field is a five minute walk from the historic Stockade District in uptown Kingston.
Dietz Stadium has restrooms, a concession stand, and we frequently have a beer garden & food trucks. Please note that dogs are NOT allowed at Dietz Stadium.
What is the NPSL?
The National Premier Soccer League (NPSL) is a national league that operates in the 4th Division (D4) of the U.S. Soccer pyramid. There are currently ~100 teams in the NPSL that are based around the country. The top finishers in the NPSL are eligible to participate in the U.S. Open Cup each year, alongside qualifiers from the MLS, USL and other lower-level leagues around the country.
Who does the team play?
The NPSL is currently split into four regions (East, South, Midwest and West) and 13 different conferences. We competing in the NPSL's "North Atlantic" conference (within the "East" Region).
Who is behind the club?
Our club is be operated as a 501(c)3* (non-profit).
The club has been so successful thanks to the support of an army of volunteers and supporters, including (but not limited to!): Kale Kaposhilin, Dan & Nick Hoffay, Marjorie McCord, Dan Stone, Mike & Shana & Noah & Simon Circe, Chris & Landry Masters, Valerie & Bob Carelli, Terri McAleer,, Theresa Hans, Andrea Hayman, Jordan Koschei, Emily McCord, Elijah Appelson, Luke Kunar, Cody Cavalari, Christopher Short, The Dutch Guard, POOK (special shoutouts to Jim Fitzmorris & Micah Blumenthal), Shauna Keating, JP Hamilton, Ed, Roy, Will Kuhns, Andrea Kahn, Steve Patch, Tommy Keegan (RIP), Lisa Hantes, Kingston Mayor Steven Noble.
We are actively looking for supporters and volunteers to help with home games and off-season events. If you are interested in helping us build and shape the club, please contact us.
* Kingston Stockade Football Club is operating as a non-profit via fiscal sponsorship under Good Causes, Inc., a 501(c)3 tax exempt charitable organization (Tax ID: 14-1813190). A copy of Good Causes’ latest annual report may be obtained upon request by writing to Good Causes, Inc., 272 Broadway, Albany, NY 12204 or from the New York State Attorney General’s Charities Bureau, 120 Broadway, 3rd Floor, New York, New York 10271.
How can I help?
If you’re interested in learning more or helping out, please let us know -- we’re looking for volunteers to help with everything from marketing and advertising, to accounting, game day logistics, and travel coordination. Please contact us if you’d like to be a part of what we’re building.