Wikipedia - AFC Mobile

AFC Mobile is an American soccer club based in Mobile, Alabama, that formerly competed in the National Premier Soccer League. After a hiatus, the club has returned to the Gulf Coast Premier League for the 2024 season.

History

Founding

AFC Mobile was founded in 2015 by Mobile and Baldwin County, Alabama, soccer enthusiasts in order to establish a semi-professional soccer team in the City of Mobile. It was announced on January 3, 2017, that AFC Mobile would join the Gulf Coast Premier League for its inaugural Summer Season. On November 12, 2019, it was announced that AFC Mobile would join the National Premier Soccer League in a newly formed Gulf Coast Conference that featured Mobile, Port City FC, Tallahassee SC, Pensacola FC, and NPSL mainstays the New Orleans Jesters and Jacksonville Armada.

Inaugural season

Prior to their debut season, AFC Mobile announced that it would play its inaugural season's home games at the Archbishop Lipscomb Athletic Complex, located in the Bolton neighborhood of Mobile. For its first two years, the team was managed by Nate Nicholas, a former player for the University of Mobile, former back-to-back state championship-winning coach at UMS-Wright Preparatory School, and current varsity men's coach at McGill–Toolen Catholic High School.

Changes to coaching staff

After finishing the 2018 GCPL season, head coach Nate Nicholas stepped down.

Ultimately, Spring Hill College's men's soccer coach Steve Wieczorek was named as Nicholas's replacement on January 7, 2019.

AFC Mobile is a professional soccer team based in the United States. The team competes in various leagues and tournaments, showcasing their talent and passion for the sport. With a dedicated fan base and a strong sense of community, AFC Mobile strives to represent their city and country with pride and determination on the field. Known for their skilled players and competitive spirit, AFC Mobile is a force to be reckoned with in the world of soccer. Whether playing at home or on the road, the team always gives their all and leaves everything on the field in pursuit of victory. Join the excitement and support AFC Mobile as they continue to make their mark in the world of soccer.