Tim Leiweke, a former president of AEG and one of the leaders of the sports-business industry in the last 30 years, has reportedly agreed to join David Beckham‘s investor group seeking to bring MLS and a new stadium to Miami. (more…)
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Orlando City SC adding USL, NWSL teams
Two big moves by Orlando City SC for the 2016 season: the MLS franchise owners are adding United Soccer League (USL) and National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) teams for the coming year. (more…)
FC Dallas stadium upgrade plan unveiled
A $39-million FC Dallas stadium upgrade plan was unveiled today by the team, with Toyota Stadium additions that include the National Soccer Hall of Fame Museum, more than 100,000 square feet of renovated space, new locker rooms, premium seats and a private club. It’s unusual to see a major Hall of Fame inside a sporting […]
Miami-Dade County plans redevelopment agency for MLS stadium financing
A potential source of MLS stadium financing for David Beckham’s Miami investors could come from a new Miami-Dade County redevelopment agency charged with improving the Miami Marlins ballpark area. (more…)
Rio Tinto Stadium solar array now online
Rio Tinto Stadium is now hosting the largest privately owned solar array in Utah, as the home of Real Salt Lake (RSL) and Real Monarchs (USL) sports a 2.02 megawatt (MW) photovoltaic (PV) system spread across several solar parking structures and rooftops. (more…)
Orlando City NWSL team in 2016: report
We could see an Orlando City NWSL team in 2016, as officials of the women’s pro soccer circuit are expected to add a 10th team for the coming season. (more…)
Future of RFK Stadium to be discussed
The future of RFK Stadium once D.C. United moves to a new Buzzard Point stadium will be spotlighted by two community meetings designed to seek input on the topic. (more…)
Garber: Miami MLS decision could come before end of year
A Miami MLS decision about whether David Beckham and investors build a new stadium next to Marlins Park could happen before the end of the year, according to MLS Commissioner Don Garber. (more…)
MLS Premier League tourney in works?
Various news reports have an MLS Premier League tourney being discussed by officials, with the outlines of a deal to have the pair compete in a tournament past the current summer friendlies. (more…)
Hartman, San Antonio disagree on Toyota Field valuation
Negotiations between San Antonio Scorpions owner Gordon Hartman and city/county officials are stalled as the two side are far apart on a Toyota Field valuation. (more…)