The 2012 NPSL season is the 10th season of the National Premier Soccer League.
The Santa Ana Winds' NPSL side is now affiliated with the Fullerton Rangers. The Lancaster Rattlers have moved to become FC Santa Clarita.
13 franchises were announced as joining the league this year:
Chicago Fire NPSL <br> Hollywood United Hitmen <br> Minnesota Kings <br> New Jersey Blaze
As of 7/22/12<BR> Purple indicates division title clinched<BR> Green indicates playoff berth clinched
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NORTHEAST<br> The top two finishers in the Keystone and Atlantic Conference play in a crossover playoff.
WEST<br> The top two finishers in the North and South place in a crossover playoff.
MIDWEST-CENTRAL<br> No playoff. Champion qualifies for National Tournament.
MIDWEST-GREAT LAKES<br> Top four teams are playing in a playoff tournament.
SOUTHEAST<br> East and West Division winners play each other for Championship.