By Michael Heilman

The United Soccer League Two today officially welcomed Oakland County FC for the 2020 season. The team was founded in 2014 as the Oakland United FC before rebranding itself in 2016 and moving to Clawson, MI. They play their home games at Clawson Stadium.

Oakland County FC started its inaugural season in 2014 in the Great Lakes Premier League where they finished in fourth place with a 2-1-5 record. In 2016, the club finished in fourth place with a 4-2-4 record in the Premier League of America.

Oakland County FC Co-Owner Nick Morana on joining the USL League Two “We couldn’t be more excited for this move and what it means for our players, but most importantly, this move will be fantastic for our fans. Our club is evolving through adversity, and we are more than ready for this new era.”

Vice President of the USL League Two Joel Nash on Oakland County FC joining the league saying “Oakland County is a great example of a club creating a positive impact in its community by actively engaging its fans. With League Two’s similar emphasis on providing the best possible platform for teams to connect with their communities, Oakland County is a perfect addition to the league.”

Oakland County FC Co-Owner Theo Foutris on joining USL League Two “With the ever-changing American soccer landscape, the move to USL League Two will position our club in the country’s proven, elite pre-professional league. We look forward to our club’s continued growth as a member of League Two.”