Jeff Leightman

MURFREESBORO, TN – Tennessee Soccer Club delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 Spring Tennessee State Cup this weekend, with five teams capturing State Cup Championships, seven additional teams earning finalist finishes, and 24 total TSC teams competing at Richard Siegel Soccer Complex in Murfreesboro.

Competing against the top clubs from across the state, TSC players and coaches showcased the club’s continued commitment to player development, competitive excellence, and championship-level performance across multiple age groups.

“This weekend was a tremendous reflection of the work our players, coaches, and families put in every single day,” said TSC Director of Soccer Stephen Jordan. “To see 24 teams competing at State Cup and five bringing home championships is an incredible accomplishment for the entire club.”

On Saturday, the 2011 Williamson Girls NPL were the first to lift the championship trophy winning 1-0.  On Sunday, four more teams followed suit.  In the U16 age group, the 2010 Murfreesboro ECNL RL Girls captured the title.

In a TSC vs. TSC battle, the 2013 ECNL Girls won out over the 2013 ECNL RL Girls.  At U12, the 2014 Murfreesboro Boys Showcase earned a 3-2 win for the championship.  The 2011 ECNL RL group finished the successful weekend with their own victory and medal ceremony

In addition to the five championship teams, seven TSC teams advanced to championship matches as finalists, further demonstrating the consistency and competitiveness of the club throughout the tournament.

TSC congratulates all players, coaches, and families who represented the club throughout the State Cup season and celebrates the collective achievement of all 24 teams competing this weekend.

In total, TSC teams won six Tennessee State Cup Championships this year as well as nine finalist appearances, including both the fall and spring state cup tournaments.  In all 36 TSC teams competed in the two tournaments.

“Overall, we are proud of how TSC was representing this year,” Jordan said.  “As we head into tryouts and a new beginning with the age group change, I am excited for the future of the club and all the players accomplishments.”

State Cup Champions

2009 Williamson Boys Showcase – Fall

2010 Murfreesboro ECNL RL Girls – Champions

2011 ECNL RL Girls – Champions

2011 Williamson Girls NPL – Champions

2013 ECNL Girls – Champions

2014 Murfreesboro Boys Showcase – Champions

State Cup Finalists

2007/08 Sumner Girls NPL – Finalists

2009 Williamson Boys NPL – Finalists – Fall

2009 Murfreesboro ECNL RL Girls – Finalists

2010 Boys ECNL RL – Finalists – Fall

2012 Murfreesboro ECNL RL Girls – Finalists

2012 Williamson Girls Showcase – Finalists

2013 ECNL RL Girls – Finalists

2014 Williamson Girls Showcase LM – Finalists

2014 Williamson Boys Showcase Blue – Finalists

2014 Williamson Boys Showcase Blue – Finalists – Fall

State Cup Semifinalists

2009 Williamson Girls NPL – Semifinalists

2011 Williamson Girls Showcase – Semifinalists

2012 ECNL RL Girls – Semifinalists

2013 Williamson Girls NPL – Semifinalists

2014 Williamson Boys Showcase White – Semifinalists

2014 Williamson Girls Showcase DB – Semifinalists

2014 Williamson Boys Showcase White – Semifinalists – Fall

2014 Williamson Girls Showcase LM – Semifinalists – Fall

State Cup Quarterfinalists

2008 Nashville Boys Showcase – Quarterfinalists – Fall

2009 Murfreesboro Boys Showcase – Quarterfinalists – Fall

2009 Sumner Girls NPL – Quarterfinalists

2011 Sumner Girls Showcase – Quarterfinalists

2011 Williamson Boys NPL – Quarterfinalists – Fall

2011 Sumner Boys NPL – Quarterfinalists – Fall

2012 Williamson Boys NPL – Quarterfinalists

2012 Williamson Boys Premier – Quarterfinalists

2013 Nashville Boys Showcase – Quarterfinalists

2013 Nashville Girls Showcase – Quarterfinalists

For more results from the 2026 Tennessee Spring State Cup, click here.

For more results from the 2025 Tennessee Fall State Cup, click here.

Tennessee Soccer Club Announces the Additions of New Directors for 2026-27

FRANKLIN, TN – Tennessee Soccer Club is pleased to announce the addition of four new staff members who will in key leadership roles across the club beginning with the 2026-27 season.

The new additions include:

• Brent McGee – Director of Goalkeeping
• Aaron Rucker – Assistant U12-U19 Boys Director
• Adan Gonzalez – Assistant Director of Goalkeeping
• Elijah Zeisloft – Assistant Academy Director

“We are incredibly excited to add these directors to our staff to help lead Tennessee Soccer Club into the future,” said Stuart Brown, Executive Director. “As a nationally recognized club in one of the country’s most attractive and fastest-growing communities, we are fortunate to have talented professionals seek opportunities to join TSC each year. While that is incredibly flattering, our focus remains on continually improving the experience we provide and ensuring our players and families are supported in the best developmental environment possible. Throughout the hiring process, we were impressed by the professionalism, leadership, and passion these individuals will bring as we continue building upon the high standard of excellence at Tennessee Soccer Club.”

Brent McGee – Director of Goalkeeping

McGee joins TSC from Colorado Rush Soccer Club, where he served as the Goalkeeper Director from 2022-2026.  While in Colorado, he also coached the goalkeepers at the Colorado School of Mines, helping lead the Orediggers to their first-ever College Cup appearance as well as three Elite Eight appearances and four Sweet Sixteen finishes.

Prior to Colorado Rush, McGee worked as Goalkeeper Director at Colorado Edge Soccer Club, mentoring 80 goalkeepers throughout the club.  He holds both the USSF C License and United Soccer Coaches Level 1 and 2 Goalkeeper Diploma certifications.  McGee isn’t a stranger to the Middle Tennessee community, having played collegiately at Lipscomb University.

“I’m excited to join the TSC family and look forward to building strong relationships with the staff, goalkeepers and families throughout the club. My family and I are thrilled to be back in the South and can’t wait to become part of the community.” – Brent McGee

Aaron Rucker – Assistant U12-U19 Boys Director

Rucker joins the full-time staff at TSC after serving as Director of Performance at One Knoxville SC and Men’s Assistant Soccer Coach at Maryville College.  Prior to that, he was the Head Academy Performance Coach at Nashville Soccer Club.

Rucker holds a USSF B License and a master’s degree in Applied Kinesiology and Physiology from the University of Florida.  A former collegiate player at Maryville College, he currently coaches both boys and girls teams at TSC and joins Jon Williams in helping lead the U12-U19 Boys program.

“I’m excited to join TSC as an assistant director to help players actualize their potential and grow into responsible, young adults.” – Aaron Rucker

Adan Gonzalez – Assistant Director of Goalkeeping

Gonzalez joins the TSC Goalkeeping Staff with a strong background in player development and goalkeeper training.  Prior to TSC, Gonzalez served as a member of the Academy Goalkeeper Coaching staff at Nashville SC.  Adan was a standout at Trevecca Nazarene University as the starting goalkeeper and played for TSC’s USL League Two and ECNL programs.

“This club helped shape me as both a player and a person, and I’m excited for the opportunity to give back. I’m passionate about sharing my love for the game with the next generation of goalkeepers and helping them grow both on and off the field.” – Adan Gonzalez

Elijah Zeisloft – Assistant Academy Director

Zeisloft joins the TSC Academy leadership team and is currently coaching for TSC in the Academy.  Prior to arriving at TSC, he was a Training Assistant at PA Classics in Pennsylvania.  Elijah played collegiately at Trevecca Nazarene University and played for PA Classics Developmental Academy and MLS Next as well as Eastern Pennsylvania ODP.

“I’m excited for the opportunity to help develop players within the academy; helping every player reach their full potential and take pride in creating an environment where growth can happen through respect, high standards, and hard work.” – Elijah Zeisloft

Click here to see more information on each new director.

“These additions reflect our continued commitment to providing top-level leadership and development opportunities for every player in our club,” said Director of Soccer Stephen Jordan.  “We are thrilled to welcome Brent, Aaron, Elijah, and Adan to Tennessee Soccer Club.”

TSC serves players and families across Middle Tennessee with a commitment to developing excellence on and off the field.

For more information about Tennessee Soccer Club, visit www.tennesseesoccerclub.org.