Buckhead SC is taking a major step forward by launching a semi-professional team in the APSL after establishing success in the ADASL. Tryouts at Agnes Scott College signal both a competitive upgrade and a broader shift in ambition, with improved facilities and a focus on elevating performance on and off the field. The club is maintaining its amateur ADASL team, creating a clear internal pathway for players to progress to the semi-pro level while preserving its grassroots foundation. Tryouts emphasized technical skill, game awareness, and a culture built on competitiveness, respect, and camaraderie. Beyond competition, Buckhead SC is positioning itself as a community-focused organization, investing in local partnerships and events. Overall, the move to APSL represents not just a new league, but a strategic effort to build a connected, developmental soccer ecosystem in Atlanta.

Buckhead SC was founded in 2019 by Silviu Raducu, evolving from a personal goal into a competitive amateur club focused on bringing together players who love the game. The team emphasizes winning, enjoying football, and helping players advance to higher levels when possible, supported by key leaders and a strong core group. The club’s name and branding draw from the Buckhead area in Atlanta, leveraging its recognition, while the red, black, and white colors are inspired by AC Milan. Buckhead SC competes in ADASL Division 1, earning promotion within two years, and values the league’s long-standing community-driven culture. On the field, the team is coming off its most successful season (2022–23), finishing 3rd in Division 1, and aims to maintain that level. A defining strength is its diversity, with players from at least 13 countries, contributing to a strong “family” culture.