After more than a decade competing under the Virginia Beach City FC identity, the club announced today that it will officially rebrand as Virginia Atlantic FC, marking a new chapter in the organization’s identify within the Hampton Roads region and national soccer landscape.

Virginia Atlantic FC made a strong statement in its home opener on Saturday, May 23, defeating 2025 NPSL National Semifinalist Ristozi FC, 3-1, at Powhatan Stadium in Norfolk, Virginia.

Following a dramatic 2-1 season-opening victory over Charlottesville Blues FC, Virginia Atlantic FC debuted at No. 15 in the latest USL W League national power rankings.

Virginia Atlantic FC opened their 2026 USLW campaign in unforgettable fashion on Saturday night, defeating Charlottesville Blues FC 2-1 in a dramatic contest defined by control, chaos, and late-game heroics.

Agreement includes front-of-kit branding and deep community integration, reinforcing a shared commitment to local soccer and community pride across the Norfolk and Hampton Roads Community.