In 2023, Columbus welcomed the Columbus United Football Club (FC) to town. Columbus United FC is a United Soccer League (USL) League Two team that plays at A.J. McClung Memorial Stadium. The club is committed to community engagement, with its local ownership group including former Columbus Youth Soccer players, and it provides opportunities for new generations of soccer players. Local students also gain sports management experience through internships.

Catching a Columbus United FC match offers an exciting evening of sports while supporting local students and soccer players.