Every landmark community project relies on partners who roll up their sleeves and lay the groundwork—literally. For Franklin County Sports Club (FCSC), turning the vision of New Haven’s first dedicated full-size grass soccer field into a reality required precise planning, professional design, and deep technical expertise.
Enter
Excelsior Engineering, a local civil engineering firm rooted right here in New Haven, Missouri.
Through an extraordinary in-kind commitment, the team at Excelsior Engineering provided critical topographic mapping, field layout design, and site analysis for the City of New Haven Park Board project. Their contribution ensured the project advanced from initial concepts to a pitch ready for play. In recognition of this vital support, FCSC is proud to announce Excelsior Engineering as an official
Diamond Sponsor through the 2027/2028 and 2028/2029 competitive seasons.
"When you build something from scratch for local youth, having trusted experts in your corner changes everything," said
Alex Moraes, FCSC President & Executive Director. "Excelsior Engineering didn't just offer technical services—they gave our players a professional-grade home field. Their commitment to New Haven is evident in every inch of this new pitch, and we couldn't be prouder to honor them as a Diamond Sponsor."
Community partnership is a two-way street, and the team at Excelsior Engineering shares that same dedication to local impact:
"As a trusted sports field design partner, Excelsior Engineering is proud to be a Diamond Sponsor for FCSC," said John Nilges, Principal Engineer at Excelsior Engineering. "Community and collaboration is a core value of EE, and we look forward to supporting FCSC into the future."
What’s Next for the Partnership
As a Diamond Sponsor, Excelsior Engineering’s impact will be felt far beyond the initial blueprints. Over the coming seasons, you will see their name featured across FCSC digital platforms, club communications, and team gear.
The new full-size grass pitch stands as a testament to what happens when local businesses, civic leaders, and sports clubs unite around a shared mission. On behalf of the players, coaches, families, and board of Franklin County Sports Club, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to John Nilges and the entire team at Excelsior Engineering for believing in our kids and helping us build a lasting foundation for soccer in New Haven.
