In a press release made public today, the Northern Ohio Soccer League (NOSL) announced that “Offside Marketing will be joining the league as the presenting partner for the 2021 Season.” The move is also being touted as a way for clubs in the league to gain expertise as well.

Braden Mast, founder of the league, sees the move as a big deal. “By partnering with Offside Marketing, we are taking another big step as a league. This partnership represents both our growth as a league as well as our dedication to the success of our clubs. Offside Marketing is a local partner that really understands the challenges facing lower-league soccer clubs like the ones in the NOSL.”

Jason Lansdale, of Offside Marketing, sees the agreement as strategic. “The number of challenges facing lower-league clubs around the country is staggering. After talking with Braden Mast last year, we gained an appreciation of the strategic vision he and NOSL has for the league, all of which we agreed with at Offside Marketing, it became clear we needed to work together."

The importance of moves like this one can’t be overstated. Lower league soccer desperately needs investment AND guidance from those in the know. The NOSL’s partnership with Offside is a massive win for both parties.

The NOSL will kick off their spring season this weekend.

- Dan Vaughn