| –New Partnership sets goals to give back to Community, Honor Military, and engage with passionate fútbol fans–
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (Sept. 15, 2022) – San Diego Wave Fútbol Club and Pechanga Resort Casino have officially teamed up for a multi-year partnership. This partnership marks Pechanga as the first and only California resort & casino to join forces with San Diego Wave FC. The two entities inked the deal ahead of the team’s debut at Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 17. Together in partnership, Pechanga and Wave FC will host a youth soccer clinic in conjunction with Wave FC Pros in 2023. “Partnering with San Diego Wave Fútbol Club showcases our commitment at Pechanga to fostering relationships with a diverse portfolio of sports teams,” said Andrew Masiel, Sr., President of the Pechanga Development Corporation. “Wave FC has already brought enormous energy and enthusiasm for sports back to San Diego. We’re humbled to be a part of that. We’re also looking forward to sharing the incredible athleticism and work ethic of these professional athletes with children in our region and within our Tribe.” “We are excited to partner with Pechanga Resort Casino to amplify our shared commitment in providing youth sports access to the greater San Diego community,” Wave FC Team President, Jill Ellis said. “We’re proud to be part of Pechanga’s military support network as we come together to honor and celebrate our military heroes on Wave FC match days. We’re also especially proud to be Pechanga’s first women’s professional sports partner as we elevate and grow the sport of soccer in Southern California.” As part of the partnership, fans should look out for Pechanga as a sponsor for the Military Hero of the Match during select Wave FC matches, honoring a special service member in attendance. Pechanga will also host an annual social media contest featuring “Wave Weekend Getaways” where fans will have the opportunity to enjoy both Pechanga’s many resort and casino amenities and cheering on the Wave at a home match. Pechanga signage will also be featured in Snapdragon Stadium during Wave FC home matches. |
| About San Diego Wave Fútbol Club San Diego Wave Fútbol Club is the 12th and newest member of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). The club’s vision is to be a force for good through the game we love and is led by President Jill Ellis, former head coach of the US Women’s National Team (USWNT) and two-time World Cup champion. Together with Head Coach Casey Stoney, the club will bring the highest level of world-class, professional soccer to San Diego. USWNT standouts Alex Morgan and Abby Dahlkemper were two of the first players signed to the club that consists of athletes representing six international soccer federations, including US, Mexico, Canada, Sweden, England and Australia. The team played the first 11 home games in the 2022 inaugural season at its temporary home, University of San Diego’s Torero stadium. The new Snapdragon stadium will serve as Wave FC’s permanent home starting in September 2022. Learn more about the club and players at www.SanDiegoWaveFC.com. About Pechanga Resort Casino Pechanga currently retains naming rights to the Pechanga Arena San Diego. Elsewhere in Southern California, Pechanga also partners with Angels Baseball, the Los Angeles Rams, Los Angeles Chargers, SoFi Stadium, the Los Angeles Lakers, and University of Southern California Athletics. |