Capo FC Returns to NISA Pro Cup for 2025, Eyes Stronger Finish

After a standout debut and undefeated spring in NISA Nation, Capo FC is back and ready to represent San Juan Capistrano on the national stage.

San Juan Capistrano, CA (June 13, 2025) – The National Independent Soccer Association (NISA) welcomes back Capistrano FC (Capo FC) as the league's third club to participate in the 2025 NISA Pro Cup this fall. 

Capo FC made its debut in NISA last season and finished third in the Western Conference with 15 points behind Irvine Zeta FC and the Los Angeles Force. Capo FC began as a grassroots community based youth club in 2006. Capo FC has continued to grow over the years and has fielded sides in the Southwest Premier League, United Premier Soccer League, USL League Two, and NISA Nation. The club also launched a USL W-League women’s team that made its debut this summer. Capistrano FC is proud to announce its return to NISA competition and is fully committed to making a strong impact in the upcoming professional tournament.

"Our staff and players are honored to be back competing with some of the top clubs in the country," said Capo FC Director Peter Carey. "We've been working diligently to prepare for this opportunity, and our players are eager to showcase their development on a national stage. NISA has been an incredible platform for our program, and we are extremely grateful for the opportunity to return. Expect us to come back stronger, sharper, and more determined than ever to finish at the top."

Capo FC continues to grow its footprint in Southern California through a strong community presence and competitive development model. The club looks forward to representing its city and supporters with pride and ambition in the 2025 NISA Pro Cup Tournament."

Capo FC has played in NISA Nation the last four years. Capo FC is undefeated and leading the Coast Region for the 2025 spring season in NISA Nation with 17 points. The club has developed young talent throughout the San Juan Capistrano area including Kristian Kolaci, Parker Scalzo, Nathan King, and Dylan Shockley. 

NISA will announce more participating clubs for the 2025 NISA Pro Cup in the coming days and weeks. Fans can stay up to date and learn more about the club by following Capo FC on its social media pages or by visiting their website below. 

Follow Capo FC:

Facebook: @F.C.Capistrano | Instagram: @capistrano_fc | X/Twitter: @capistrano_fc | capofc.com

About NISA 

The National Independent Soccer Association was founded in 2017 with a mission to bring professional soccer to every city in the United States. A pro league member of U.S. Soccer, NISA focuses on a model based on independent clubs owning their intellectual property, all without the barrier of territorial rights. A member of the U.S. Soccer Federation, NISA also runs the Independent Cup, open to independent professional and amateur clubs alike, and NISA Nation, an incubator league for amateur clubs interested in going pro. For more information about NISA visit NISASoccer.com or contact Josh Taylor at joshtaylor@nisasoccer.com. Follow NISA on X/Twitter @NISALeague and on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube  @NISASoccer.