2023

BSL Season Canceled After 14 Years

After months of attempts to bring in new participants without any success, the league is left with the decision to cancel the 2023 BSL season. Throughout the years the BSL has seen interest go through highs and lows. But, this offseason was different as the momentum hit an all-time low. Soccer in the United States continues to grow. MLS now has 29 clubs, but for reasons unknown, the fantasy side this year cannot make that same claim. Perhaps the Apple TV deal played a role. Perhaps something else. I want to thank everyone for their past participations. Enjoy the 2023 MLS season as I am sure it will be a great one. 

OFFSEASON

2023 Deadlines Delayed

The 2023 BSL new season deadline announcements will be delayed as the league looks for new clubs as the participation levels for returning clubs is below making a schedule, and setting previous player signing deadlines at this time.  

During the Covid lockdowns the BSL experienced an increase in demand, but it appears a return to normal life has had a new impact on interest.

LEAGUE AWARDS

Season fourteens most valuable players in each positioned categories have been released. 

This season Julian Carranza (Republic City) was chosen as the most valuable forward. Carranza really excelled this season in his environment and made a huge impact in some key results for the Republic. The club does not win the Blue Ribbon or CCS without him. The 2022 best midfielder is Hany Mukhtar (Alamo City) who has now won the award in back to back seasons. Mukhtar keeps putting up big numbers for the Battle. The most valuable Goal Keeper is Andre Blake (Capital District). Blake was a huge part of the Gunners 2nd half resurgence that turned a club that missed the Majors Cup into the eventual BSL Champions.