Boston Emeralds crowned champions after perfect undefeated season
Irish-founded expansion club clinches trophy presentation and sweeps rivals Dorchester City in historic regular-season finale
Boston Emeralds FC have officially cemented their place in United Premier Soccer League (UPSL) history. Playing in front of a packed home crowd at Boston College High School yesterday (Sunday, June 7 2026), the Emeralds wrapped up a historic, flawless debut campaign by lifting the UPSL New England Division 1 League Title completely undefeated.
The new champions capped off their immaculate run with a high-stakes local derby victory over neighborhood rivals Dorchester City FC, with goals from Adam Hanson (2), Rodrigo Acosta, Ryan Doherty (2) and Sean Power.
Having already secured the mathematical title the previous weekend in a 2-0 victory against Unations FC, yesterday's highly anticipated regular-season finale served as the ultimate coronation.
The victory over Dorchester City ensures the expansion side finishes the spring with a perfect, unblemished league record.
Co-founded by Head Coach Keegan Hegarty, a native of Buncrana, and Assistant Head Coach Kevin Tarr, a UEFA B-qualified coach from Derry and former assistant coach for Derry City FC Women, the club launched in February 2026.
Heavily backed by Dorchester’s Irish immigrant community, the Emeralds relied on clinical attacking play and strong local leadership to dominate the North East table.
By winning the New England Division 1 Conference, the Boston Emeralds have mathematically secured automatic promotion. The club will escalate to the prestigious UPSL Premier Division for the upcoming Fall 2026 season.
Reflecting on the historic milestone, Head Coach Keegan Hegarty stated: "Their dedication, hard work and commitment has been outstanding. Not only to win the league and get promoted in our first ever season but to do it as the 'invincibles' - it’s never been done before. History was made in Dorchester.
“To my assistant Kevin Tarr and the background staff, without yous this club wouldn’t be successful as is it is today so I thank you! And to the sponsors, this year couldn’t have happened if yous didn’t put your trust in the club!"