Some HUGE news in the world of the USL as announced last week that the USL is adopting "Promotion Relegation" to it's league to add to it's luster headed into the new season. Jimmy & Jerry are back to break down what this means for The Cosmos and the entire landscape of USL Soccer. As reported on USLSoccer.com -

"The United Soccer League (USL) announced that a supermajority of club owners voted to implement a promotion and relegation system, marking a groundbreaking decision that will reshape the future of professional soccer in the United States.

The USL becomes the first professional sports league in the U.S. to adopt this global model, creating an interconnected three-tiered men’s professional soccer system, where teams earn promotion to a higher division or face relegation to a lower division based on their performance during the season. With this historic step, the USL aligns with the world’s top leagues—including the English Premier League, La Liga and Bundesliga—where promotion and relegation raises the stakes of every match, drives fan engagement, and elevates the overall competition of the game.

"A new chapter in American soccer begins. The decision by our owners to approve and move forward with this bold direction is a testament to their commitment to the long-term growth of soccer in the United States,” said Alec Papadakis, CEO of the United Soccer League. “This is a significant milestone for the USL and highlights our shared vision with our team ownership to build a league that not only provides top-tier competition but also champions community engagement. Now, just as it is in the global game, more communities in America can aspire to compete at the highest level of soccer. It’s time.”

The USL announced plans to launch a new men's Division One league called "USL Premier," a pivotal step in its vision to establish a fully integrated three-tier professional system. As defined by U.S. Soccer Federation sanctioning standards, Division One is the highest level of professional soccer in the United States. With the USL Championship (Division Two) and USL League One (Division Three) already providing a strong foundation for player development and competition, the addition of USL Premier completes the structure. All three leagues will be interconnected through a structured promotion and relegation system, where more matches matter, rewarding performance and unlocking new opportunities for clubs, players, and fans.

"Promotion and relegation transforms the competitive landscape of American soccer," said Paul McDonough, President and Chief Soccer Officer of the USL. “With the 2026 World Cup and other major international events approaching, we have a unique opportunity to build on that momentum and create a sustainable future for the sport in the U.S. Fans and stakeholders have been clear—they want something different. They’re drawn to the intensity of high-stakes competition, where more matches have real consequences—just like we see in European leagues. This shift challenges the status quo and brings a level of excitement and relevance that can elevate the game across the country.”

More details about the implementation and structure of promotion and relegation will be shared in the coming months."

Welcome back to "Cosmos Country" with Jerry & Jimmy! Today on the show, the duo welcomes in their very first guest and who better to get than Dr. David Kilpatrick! Dr. David Kilpatrick is primarily known as the official Club Historian for the New York Cosmos. In this role, he documents the rich legacy of the legendary soccer franchise, which famously featured global icons like Pelé and Franz Beckenbauer! Hear about his journey with the Cosmos and what to look forward to in their official relaunch in 2026! Enjoy!!

Welcome to the very first episode of "Cosmos Country" here in 2026! A brand new Podcast surrounding the 3rd Chapter of the Cosmos historic franchise and Soccer Club! Today we are introduced to the hosts, Jerry Cala, a life long fan of the Cosmos and his sidekick and partner in crime, his, Cosmos Consigliere, Jim Whelan! Together they will bring you up to the minute match results and reactions, exclusive interviews, some history of the club and so much more! This podcast is for the Soccer enthusiasts out there that are ready for a new team to take over the East coast! Who better than the Cosmos and what better podcast than "Cosmos Country" ! Enjoy!!