HOW LONG IS A "SEASON"
For SWPL, seasons vary by region (see other Regional FAQ's to see specifics). We believe in and it is our goal in each region to play in the traditional 10 month season that reflects world football (specifically, the European Calendar of football).
We will determine the exact format of the seasons based on the toatl number of teams registered and accepted into the league by August, 2023. The overall goal is to achieve 20 league games between September - May
WHAT COMPETITIONS IS AN SWPL MEMBER CLUB ALSO ELIGIBLE FOR?
We have multiple competitions. These are determined by region, conference and length of competition.
Here are some current registration dates:
US Open Cup - teams will be notified when the USOC registration is open
NISA Independent Cup - Qualification is through League and Cup competition
WHEN CAN I REGISTER MY TEAM?
You can register a team at any time. You can start by filling out your EXPANSION FORM here.
HOW DOES PROMOTION/RELEGATION WORK IN SWPL?
SWPL has strategic partnerships with other local leagues across our network. It is NOT our goal to take over smaller/local leagues. If any team wants to promote up into SWPL then we will pay that league up to 75% of the annual league fee to show solidarity to that league. We will also encourage the team to become a club and form a reserve team to continue playing in the league they came from.