Bavarian United SC

Overview

Bavarian United SC is one of America’s oldest soccer clubs, originally founded as Fussball Club Bayern on July 29, 1929, by German American immigrants in Milwaukee. Based in Glendale, WI (Milwaukee County North Shore). In 2021, the club merged with Inter Northshore FC and was renamed Bavarian United SC. The adult teams have won nine National Championships in Amateur and Open Cup play.

Financials

Unknown. Likely nonprofit. Revenue and EIN need research.

Teams & Players

Full developmental pathway from age 3 through adult:

• First Touch Soccer School (ages 3-8)
• Recreational Soccer (U6-U15)
• Premier (competitive travel)
• MLS NEXT (U13-U19, top tier)
• Adult teams in USL League Two (men) and USL W League / WPSL (women)

Serves families in Bayside, Brown Deer, Fox Point, Glendale, Mequon, Milwaukee, Shorewood, and Whitefish Bay — the affluent North Shore corridor.

League Affiliations

• mls-next (boys)
• MLS NEXT Tier (newer tier)
• USL League Two (men’s semi-pro)
• USL W League / WPSL (women)

Facilities

Primary facility at 700 W Lexington Blvd, Glendale, WI 53217. Details on indoor facilities need research.

Leadership

• Steve Morris — Partnerships and sponsorships contact. Full leadership roster needs research.

Competitive Position

Historic brand with deep roots in Milwaukee’s North Shore. The MLS NEXT affiliation and full cradle-to-pro pathway (youth through USL League Two) is a differentiator. Competes with sc-wave and fc-wisconsin for top Milwaukee-area talent. Geographic strength in the affluent North Shore suburbs.

SYNRGY Relevance

Historic club with strong community roots in affluent Milwaukee suburbs. The full pathway model (youth through semi-pro) and MLS NEXT membership make it a credible acquisition target. The 2021 merger with Inter Northshore FC shows willingness to consolidate.

Open Questions

• Revenue and financial profile?
• Total player count?
• Who is the executive director / club president?
• What are the facility ownership details?
• What drove the Inter Northshore FC merger?