? Finals Recap:

? Super Cup Final:

Steel Pulse (3) def. Los Toros (0)
Sat, Jul 26 – Milford Mill Academy
Steel Pulse proved why they are Maryland’s powerhouse, dominating Los Toros to secure the Super Cup Championship. From the opening whistle, Pulse controlled possession, pressed high, and buried their chances with authority. Los Toros, coming off their Virginia title run, struggled to cope with Pulse’s tempo and physical edge. A statement victory that cements Steel Pulse as the top club in the SSL.

⚔️ SSL MD D2 Promotion Final:

Baltimore City FC (4) drew Touch Kings FC (4), City wins on PKs
Sun, Jul 13 – Milford Mill Academy
In an instant classic, Baltimore City and Touch Kings delivered a wild eight-goal thriller with everything on the line. Both sides traded goals in a back-and-forth showcase of attacking flair, forcing the match into penalties. In the shootout, Baltimore City held their nerve to clinch promotion to MD D1, completing a remarkable rise. Touch Kings bow out with pride after a strong playoff run.

? Promotion & Relegation Update

• Promoted to Division 1:

  • ? Slainte Athletics (automatic promotion)

  • ? Baltimore City FC (via Promotion Final victory)

• Relegated to Division 2:

  • ⬇️ Ambit10n FC (due to points deduction)

The moves shake up the balance of Division 1, with Slainte and City bringing fresh energy while Ambit10n faces a regrouping year in Division 2.

? Key Takeaways:

• Steel Pulse reign supreme, capturing the Super Cup with a statement win.

• Baltimore City FC earn promotion, outlasting Touch Kings in a PK thriller.

• Slainte Athletics join City in D1, strengthening Maryland’s top flight.

• Ambit10n FC relegated, setting up a redemption mission in D2.

• Los Toros fall short after a strong Virginia campaign, showing the gap between the VA and MD champions.