Cincinnati Dutch Lions FC
EIN: # for-profit LLC · Tax status: tax status not yet verified
Overview
Founded in 2013 as the third club in the Dutch Lions Capital Group network. Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, with home games played in Highland Heights, Kentucky. The men’s team competed in USL League Two from 2014 to 2020, going on hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2025, the club added a men’s team again competing in the UPSL (5th tier).
Co-founder Mike Mossel graduated from Xavier University in Cincinnati and played for the Cincinnati Riverhawks, providing local roots.
Financials
No public financial data available. The club previously operated a sports bar as an ancillary revenue source. (LOW)
Teams & Players
- Men’s Team: UPSL (5th tier, as of 2025). Previously USL League Two (2014-2020).
- Youth academy programs referenced but limited detail available.
League Affiliations
- UPSL (men’s, 2025-present)
- Previously USL League Two (2014-2020)
No ECNL, MLS NEXT, or Girls Academy affiliation.
Facilities
Home games at Highland Heights, Kentucky. No owned facilities known.
Leadership
Part of Dutch Lions Capital Group USA LLC. Local leadership not identified.
Competitive Position
Cincinnati is a major youth soccer market dominated by Cincinnati United and FC Cincinnati’s academy (MLS NEXT). Dutch Lions is a minor player in this market, operating at a much lower competitive tier.
Investment Thesis
Minimal standalone relevance. The Cincinnati market is already well-served by elite pathway clubs. Dutch Lions’ position here is marginal.
Open Questions
- Is the youth academy still active?
- What is the current ownership structure of this specific branch?
- Is the UPSL men’s team economically viable?