AEG is still seeking local Houston Dynamo ownership, but there apparently is no buyer close to signing a deal, as the firm led by billionaire Phil Anschutz continues to operate at BBVA Compass Stadium. (more…)
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After tumultuous offseason, Red Bulls soar
It was a terrible offseason for the New York Red Bulls, with the retirement of Thierry Henry, the hiring of Jesse Marsch as coach and the revamping of the roster. But the team has performed well both on the field and at the box office, and fan support is back. (more…)
Orlando City stadium funding victim of Florida politics
A political fight in the Florida Legislature could impact in $30 million in sales-tax-rebates for a new Orlando City stadium funding plan, but it’s not clear whether the money is actually essential to building the stadium. (more…)
Rio Tinto Stadium solar array to lead MLS
Your Earth Day news: A Rio Tinto Stadium solar array will be the largest in MLS and the largest privately owned solar system in Utah, providing 73 percent of Real Salt Lake’s total annual stadium power needs — the largest offset in North American professional sports. Auric Solar (Midvale, Utah) is overseeing the installation of […]
Galaxy unveils curved videoboard for StubHub Center
This is cutting edge: the largest LED video display for professional soccer, complete with a unique convex curvature — the only of its kind in pro soccer — will be installed by the LA Galaxy and Daktronics at StubHub Center in Carson, California. (more…)
Bright House to supply Orlando City SC stadium tech
Bright House Networks Enterprise Solutions is the exclusive telecommunications provider for the Orlando City SC’s new downtown Orlando stadium, providing Managed Stadium WiFi, Dedicated Internet Access, Hosted Voice, and High Definition Video services. (more…)
NASL lands ESPN broadcast deal
North American Soccer League (NASL) games will be seen this season in 75 countries after the finalization of an ESPN broadcast deal, as a minimum of 120 league matches will be carried live on ESPN3, ESPN Play and ESPN Player. (more…)
Next up in MLS expansion: Sacramento?
With Mayor Kevin Johnson saying that MLS expansion is a matter of when, not if, Sacramento Republic FC owners and fans are wondering if their city will next to land a team. (more…)
Indiana rejects new Indy Eleven stadium
A state Senate committee has rejected $82 million in state funding for a new Indy Eleven stadium, but went ahead with a lesser amount — $20 million — to renovate Carroll Stadium for the team. (more…)
Minneapolis MLS plans to be announced Wednesday
Minneapolis MLS plans will be announced Wednesday during an event hosted at Target Field, as a group headed by Minnesota United FC‘s Bill McGuire is expected to announce plans for an expansion team and potentially a new stadium. (more…)