2020 USL League One season


The 2020 USL League One season was the second season of USL League One. The regular season was scheduled to begin on March 27 and end on October 3. On March 13, it was announced the regular season start would be delayed to April 11 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This delay was extended to May 10. The delay was extended for a third time with the USL awaiting guidance and clarity from various authorities before announcing a new date. On June 5, the league announced a provisional return date of July 18. On July 2, the league announced a modified 20-game schedule with a modified playoffs. Now, only the top two teams will go straight to the League Finals, on the weekend of October 31. On July 8, Toronto FC II announced they would not play in 2020 because of COVID-19 restrictions. They remain a member club of the league, and plan to return for the 2021 season. Nine teams return from the inaugural season, while three new teams enter for the first time; MLS reserve teams Fort Lauderdale CF and New England Revolution II, and expansion club Union Omaha.
North Texas SC was the defending champion. They were unable to defend the title after finishing third in the regular season, eliminating them from the Championship game.
The Championship game was canceled on October 29, 2020, after several Union Omaha players tested positive for COVID-19. Greenville Triumph SC was awarded the title based on points per game average.

Teams

ClubCityStadiumCapacityHead coachAffiliateJersey manufacturerJersey sponsor
Chattanooga Red Wolves SCChattanooga, TennesseeCHI Memorial Stadium5,000Jimmy Obleda

USL League One Championship

The game was canceled the day before because several Union Omaha players tested positive for COVID-19. Greenville was awarded the title based on points per game average.

Attendance

Average home attendances

Ranked from highest to lowest average attendance.
Team
Union Omaha820,0002,7002,4002,500
Greenville Triumph SC85,9031,513601984
North Texas SC87,119 or 7,0821,137652 or 615890 or 885
Richmond Kickers86,274875626784
Chattanooga Red Wolves SC84,0651,000150681
Forward Madison FC82,521540409504
Tormenta FC83,200400400400
FC Tucson80000
New England Revolution II80000
Fort Lauderdale CF80000
Orlando City B70000
Total8749,082 or 49,0452,7001501,002 or 1,001

Statistical leaders

Top scorers

RankPlayerNationClubGoals
1Emiliano TerzaghiArgentina

Top assists

RankPlayerNationClubAssists
1Alex MorrellUnited States

Clean sheets

Source:

League awards

Individual awards

Most Valuable Player: Emiliano Terzaghi Defender of the Year: Brandon Fricke Young Player of the Year: Chris Brady Goalkeeper of the Year: Dallas Jaye Coach of the Year: John Harkes Golden Boot: Emiliano Terzaghi Assists Champion: Ethan Vanacore-Decker Golden Glove: Dallas Jaye Goal of the Year: Josh Coan Save of the Year: Joe Rice