1996–97 National Professional Soccer League season

The 1996–97 National Professional Soccer League season was the thirteenth season for the league.

Scoring leaders
GP = Games Played, G = Goals, A = Assists, Pts = Points

League awards

 * Most Valuable Player: Hector Marinaro, Cleveland
 * Defender of the Year: Daryl Doran, St. Louis
 * Rookie of the Year: Jason Dunn, Wichita
 * Goalkeeper of the Year: Victor Nogueira, Milwaukee
 * Coach of the Year: Ross Ongaro, Edmonton
 * Finals MVP: Warren Westcoat, Kansas City