August 6, 2022

MVCSL continues to benefit players

By Mon Valley Independent

By Jose Negron

jnegron@yourmvi.com

As the COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on those in the Mon Valley in summer 2020, a group of teenage soccer players assembled at North Belle Vernon’s Community Bank Park to create a pick-up league with no real organization. Players from local schools just wanted the chance to fine tune their skills while staying in shape in a competitive environment. One year later, the Mon Valley Collegiate Soccer League was born. 

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