Based in Miami (Fla.), Miramar United Elite FC will begin UPSL play in the Southeastern Conference Florida South Division I. The club will host its UPSL home games at Nova University (3301 College Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314).
UPSL Vice President Christian Vallejos said, "We are very excited to welcome Miramar United Elite FC to the UPSL. This is one of the strongest clubs in South Florida and they're constantly looking for the best competition for their players. We think they're going to find it playing against all the quality teams the UPSL's South Florida Division, which year-in and year-out produces players for the world's soccer market. We look forward to having Miramar United Elite FC in the UPSL and wish them success in the upcoming 2021 Spring Season."
Miramar United Elite FC began in 2012 and has previous experience in the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL), and various South Florida-based leagues. Miramar United Elite FC will now compete in the UPSL.
Richard Jobson is Executive Director of Miramar United Elite FC. Alvin James is General Manager. Victor Musa serves as Head Coach.
"We are excited and extremely grateful for acceptance into the UPSL. This give our players another platform to develop and showcase their talents at a high level, with the ultimate goal of being discovered by bigger professional clubs worldwide," Jobson said. "We know that we are ready to compete and show the world what Miramar football is all about."
Miramar United Elite FC hosts the prestigious Miramar Soccer Cup & Showcase, one of the largest soccer events in the United States every year.
The club will announce its upcoming UPSL game schedule.