From a high school standout to international player to a coach, McBride was part of St. Louis establishing itself as the soccer capital of the United States.

The former Aston Villa and Swedish National Team captain will lead City SC in its third year, following a disappointing season.

The team replaced Bannister with former assistant coach and player Jim Montgomery.

The soccer supporters group has been using the name for 15 years, but a Maryland Heights company is attempting to trademark “Louligans” for use in a beverage.

Fans will now be able to subscribe to FanDuel Sports Midwest without buying a larger television package.

The St. Louis-based battery company did not disclose the length or financial terms of the deal that will replace the name CityPark.

The Dome at America’s Center spent more than $1 million to replace the playing surface and lights and improve the sound system.

The western Illinois city has been without a team since the Gems left in 2023. The Springfield Lucky Horseshoes' ownership group wants to change that.

Belleville East and West players, coaches and parents are hoping the first season catches on in the area and more schools in the Metro East add programs in the next couple of years.

The region is already set to host the Division I Men’s Ice Hockey finals 2025 and the first and second rounds of the Division I Men’s Basketball championship in 2026.