Reading United Reserve Team Tryouts⚽⚽
Reading United has five teams for 2026
Our USL2 and WPSl mens and women's first team.
U23 Women - Casa League
U23 Men - Casa League
U23 Men (Formerly USLA) Reserves
Missed the first tryout? You have two more chances:
#2 February 28th
Women 12:00PM-2:00PM
Men 2:00PM - 4:00PM
#3 March 7th and 8th
Women - March 7th 9:00AM-11:00AM
Men - March 8th 10:00Am-12:00PM
Alvernia Univ. Turf Field
Men: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Cost: $70
RegisterHERE
If you already registered for tryout #1, no need to sign up again!
Rich Kessler Promoted to USL2 Team Head Coach
Reading United AC is proud to announce the promotion of Rich Kessler to Head Coach of the club’s USL2 men’s team after previously serving as an assistant coach and goalkeeper coach since 2021. He succeeds Casey Moore, who recently transitioned to the newly established position of Sporting Director following five seasons at the helm.
“Rich has been deeply rooted in the coaching world for years, bringing a wealth of experience across every level of amateur soccer,” said Moore.” He’s a proud product of Reading and Alvernia and carries immense pride for his hometown. His long-standing connection with Reading United makes him the perfect fit for our program.”
“Rich represents the values that define our club - dedication, humility, and a drive to develop the best players,” said Art Auchenbach, Vice President and Ownership Partner. “We’re confident his leadership will strengthen our connection to the Reading community and continue our tradition of preparing players for the next level.”
"I’m humbled to be part of an organization with such a proud history, and grateful to join the line of exceptional coaches who led the club before me,” said Kessler. “This is home for me, and I’m excited and honored to give everything I have to Reading United.”
Kessler becomes the 11th men’s 1st team head coach in Reading United’s storied 30-year history. Reading United’s upcoming USL2 season schedule will be released in March 2026.
Reading United AC is proud to announce Casey Moore as the club’s first ever Sporting Director. Moore’s transition from USL2 Head Coach to Sporting Director will help shape Reading United’s long-term vision, player development strategy, and recruitment process across all Reading United teams - USL2, WPSL, USL Academy, and its reserve squads.
Stay tuned to our website for the latest updates on the exciting programming Casey is leading for Reading United! This includes camps and clinics designed specifically for youth soccer players.
Reading United AC: Unique, historic, and bringing it front and center for the world to see.
Looking for a Summer 2026 Internship
Reading United is looking to fill multiple positions for its 2025 summer intern program. If you are interested in sports management, game day operations, and team management, please reach out to Jeff Blakenbiller.
If you have an interested in sports media content generation, broadcasting, social media marketing, and community outreach, please reach out to Matt Bieber.
Sponsorships for 2026 Season
If you followed RUAC's 2025 success, but missed out on an opportunity to get involved, now is the time to start thinking about next season. The RUAC men's and women's teams are looking for marquee jersey sponsors for our 2026 season. If you or your company is interested in moving forward with RUAC in 2026, see here for more information or feel free to reach directly out to Art or Christian.
