La Crosse, WI (WXOW) – What’s kickin’ this weekend? The home opener for La Crosse’s National Premiere Soccer League team, LC Aris FC takes place Sunday at 2 pm.

The club kicks off a six-game home stretch at Logan High School against Dakota Fusion. Head Coach Greg Saliaras said the Fusion is one of the tougher opponents in the division.

Saliaras said those unfamiliar with NPSL should look at the league like baseball’s Northwoods League and other summer programs. With more than 100 teams across the country split into regional divisions, NPSL takes the top local and international talent and gives them a platform to both develop their skills in the off-season and get exposure to coaches and scouts. Saliaras calls it the top amateur soccer league in the country.

Aris FC will play all of their home games this season at Logan High School’s Swanson Field. Saliaras said updates on dates and times will be provided on the ARIS SC Facebook page.