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Lights FC Announce Initial 2019 Season Roster Additions
By Lights FC Communications 01/09/2019, 7:45am PST
Players with MLS, Liga MX, European, USL and USMNT Youth level experience join five returning Las Vegas Lights FC players in 2019.
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Lights FC’s 2019 USL Championship Schedule Announced
By Lights FC Communications 12/19/2018, 8:59am PST
Cashman Field will host 17 regular season games, with start time for all matches being 7:30 p.m.
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Wynalda finds talent in Lights FC Open Tryouts
By Lights FC Communications 12/16/2018, 3:45pm PST
400+ players showcased their skills at Cashman Field
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Lights FC to host Austin Bold FC in 2019 USL Championship Home Opener
By Lights FC Communications 12/14/2018, 10:00am PST
Las Vegas will start the year by hosting MLS sides Toronto FC & Colorado Rapids in February, followed by opening the 2019 regular season on March 9 at Cashman Field
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Lights FC Soccer Spring Training Returns To Las Vegas
By Lights FC Communications 12/12/2018, 9:45am PST
Major League Soccer squads Toronto FC & Colorado Rapids to take on Lights FC in matches featuring U.S. Men’s National Team Stars Tim Howard, Michael Bradley & Jozy Altidore; Tickets Included in all Lights FC Season Ticket Packages (Starting as Low as $200).
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Las Vegas Lights FC Announces Worldwide Search for “Most Interesting Player in the World”
By Lights FC Communications 12/07/2018, 9:00am PST
Coach Eric Wynalda to “Think Big” in Player Evaluations; Open Tryouts Set for December 15th in Las Vegas.
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Las Vegas Lights F.C. Announce Initial 2019 Season Roster Moves
By Lights FC Communications 11/30/2018, 10:45am PST
Additional New Signings to be Announced in December
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Ochoa up for USL goal of the year
By Lights FC Communications 11/26/2018, 2:15pm PST
Lights F.C. striker one of 12 nominees for the best goal of the 2018 season
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Wynalda hires trusted collaborator as Assistant Coach
By Lights FC Communications 11/20/2018, 10:45am PST
Agustin "Auggie" Rodriguez added to Lights F.C. coaching staff and will scout players at Open Tryouts on December 15th
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Lights FC Announces Select-A-Seat Event on Saturday, November 17th
By Lights FC Communications 11/08/2018, 7:45am PST
Meet head coach Eric Wynalda, get a photo with Santa Claus and pick your seat for the 2019 season at Cashman Field
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Best Saves of 2018
By Lights FC Communications 11/07/2018, 3:30pm PST
We've compiled the top ten saves of the season. Watch it here!
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Eric Wynalda Q&A with Lights F.C. Fans
By Lights FC Communications 10/29/2018, 9:00am PDT
The Club's New Manager Answered Fan Generated Questions
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Top 10 Goals of 2018
By Lights FC Communications 10/22/2018, 11:00am PDT
Relive the Top 10 goals that made fans jump out of their seats, set off smoke bombs, make the confetti fly and explode with joy when the ball hit the back of the net
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LAS VEGAS LIGHTS FC NAME AMERICAN SOCCER ICON & 3-TIME WORLD CUP VETERAN ERIC WYNALDA AS NEW HEAD COACH
By Las Vegas Lights FC 10/17/2018, 10:15am PDT
Lights FC to Build Upon Inaugural Season Success; 2019 Season Tickets On-Sale Now at LightsFC.com
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Defender Carter Manley named to final USL Team of the Week of the 2018 regular season
By Ryan Greene 10/16/2018, 10:30am PDT
Manley honored following stellar effort in season's closing week, including a 5-2 home finale victory last Wednesday against Phoenix Rising FC.
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STATEMENT FROM LIGHTS FC OWNER & CEO BRETT LASHBROOK REGARDING THE CLUB'S HEAD COACHING POSITION
By Ryan Greene 10/14/2018, 4:00pm PDT
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RECAP: LIGHTS FC CLOSES 2018 USL SEASON WITH HARD-FOUGHT 1-0 DEFEAT AT SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC
By Ryan Greene 10/13/2018, 10:15pm PDT
Tough road loss wraps up a memorable first season of professional soccer in Las Vegas, as eyes now turn to 2019.
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PREVIEW & NOTES: LIGHTS FC CLOSES INAUGURAL USL SEASON ON THE ROAD AT SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC
By Ryan Greene 10/12/2018, 3:45pm PDT
Following major upset win Wednesday night at Cashman Field, Lights FC looks to close out 2018 by knocking off another top Western Conference club.
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LIGHTS FC, VEGAS STATS & INFORMATION NETWORK (VSiN) TO PRODUCE GROUNDBREAKING “BET-CAST” OF REGULAR SEASON FINALE VS. SACRAMENTO, LIVE ON myLVTV SATURDAY NIGHT AT 7:30PM PT
By Ryan Greene 10/11/2018, 9:00am PDT
First-of-its-kind broadcast features oddsmaker and professional bettor joining on the call of Lights FC vs. Sacramento Republic FC; William Hill to provide live In-game wagering options.
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RECAP: Lights FC rallies late to stun Phoenix Rising FC in 2018 home finale, 5-2
By Ryan Greene 10/10/2018, 11:00pm PDT
Four different goal scorers find back of the net in 13-minute second half flurry to complete comeback against one of Western Conference's top clubs.
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PREVIEW & NOTES: FAN APPRECIATION NIGHT FESTIVITIES HIGHLIGHT LIGHTS FC'S 2018 HOME FINALE AT CASHMAN FIELD
By Ryan Greene 10/09/2018, 3:00pm PDT
All-You-Can-Drink beer pass, post-match autograph session support Lights FC's third and final showdown with Phoenix Rising FC at 8 p.m.
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THANK YOU LAS VEGAS: LIGHTS FC PLAYERS VISIT SOME OF THE CLUB'S LOYAL SUPPORTERS
By Ryan Greene 10/09/2018, 11:00am PDT
As the 2018 season draws to a close, Lights FC players took the time to spread "thank you" messages, including some special in-person deliveries around Las Vegas.
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RECAP: Lights FC drops 3-1 decision to San Antonio FC to kick off final week of 2018 season
By Ryan Greene 10/06/2018, 8:00pm PDT
Lights FC hosts Phoenix Rising FC in 2018 home finale for Fan Appreciation Night, Wednesday at 8 p.m. at Cashman Field.
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PREVIEW & NOTES: LIGHTS FC KICKS OFF FINAL WEEK OF 2018 SEASON WITH ROAD TRIP TO FACE SAN ANTONIO FC AT 5:30 P.M.
By Ryan Greene 10/05/2018, 1:45pm PDT
Season's closing stretch will also feature Fan Appreciation Night Wednesday at 8 p.m. for Lights FC's home finale.
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18 FANS (AND COUNTING) HAVE ALREADY EARNED A FREE 2019 LIGHTS FC SEASON TICKET THANKS TO THE CROSSBAR CHALLENGE
By Ryan Greene 10/04/2018, 10:15am PDT
Fans can still renew their 2018 season tickets and earn a shot at the Crossbar Challenge at halftime of the October 10 Lights FC home finale.
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ALL-YOU-CAN-DRINK BEER PASS, POST-MATCH AUTOGRAPH SESSION HIGHLIGHTS FAN APPRECIATION NIGHT AT LIGHTS FC’S 2018 HOME FINALE ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10
By Ryan Greene 10/02/2018, 12:00pm PDT
$20 Party Pass includes match ticket and all-you-can-drink beer pass; Pass is $10 for ticketholders, free for season ticket members who have renewed for 2019.
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RECAP: DESPITE STELLAR EFFORT IN DEBUT FROM LAS VEGAS NATIVE THOMAS OLSEN, LIGHTS FC FALLS TO OKC ENERGY FC, 1-0
By Ryan Greene 09/29/2018, 11:00pm PDT
Bobblehead Night brings 6,578 fans to Cashman Field for second-to-last home match of club's inaugural season.
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BOBBLEHEAD NIGHT AT CASHMAN FIELD FEATURES LIGHTS FC HOSTING REMATCH WITH OKC ENERGY FC
By Ryan Greene 09/28/2018, 11:00am PDT
First 5,000 fans in attendance for Saturday's 8 p.m. match will receive a "Cash the Soccer Rocker" bobblehead.
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RECAP: LIGHTS FC CLIMBS FROM 2-GOAL DEFICIT BEFORE FALLING 5-3 TO FIRST PLACE ORANGE COUNTY SC
By Ryan Greene 09/26/2018, 11:00pm PDT
Late first half rally, fast second half start highlights a wild Wednesday night on home turf for Lights FC.
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PREVIEW & NOTES: LIGHTS FC TARGETS UPSET OF FIRST PLACE ORANGE COUNTY SC AT 8 P.M. IN DTLV
By Ryan Greene 09/25/2018, 4:00pm PDT
Lights FC vs. OCSC kicks off 2-match week with Industry Night, as all service industry employees receive a free beer at the Zappos Tailgate Party.
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Following second multi-goal game of 2018, Raul Mendiola again named to USL Team of the Week
By Ryan Greene 09/25/2018, 8:05am PDT
Former LA Galaxy attacker scored his team-leading eighth and ninth goals of the season in Saturday's wild 3-3 draw at Reno 1868 FC, including a 90th minute equalizer.
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RECAP: LIGHTS FC STRIKERS COME UP CLUTCH IN WILD 3-3 DRAW AT RENO 1868 FC
By Ryan Greene 09/22/2018, 11:00pm PDT
Raul Mendiola's pair of goals, plus Daniel Guzmán Jr.'s first score of the year, help Lights FC close inaugural Silver State Cup in dramatic fashion.
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PREVIEW & NOTES: LIGHTS FC AIMS TO EVEN THE SCORE WITH RENO 1868 FC IN THIRD AND FINAL LEG OF SILVER STATE CUP
By Ryan Greene 09/21/2018, 11:30am PDT
After two closely-fought matches with its in-state rival, Lights FC hopes to put an exclamation point on the season series Saturday at 7 p.m.
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LIGHTS FC Q&A WITH ... DEFENDER JOSEPH PATRICK PEREZ
By Ryan Greene 09/19/2018, 1:30pm PDT
Southern Califonria native enjoying first taste of pro soccer in United States after earning his stripe with Liga MX club Puebla FC.
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CHELÍS DEPARTS AS LIGHTS FC TECHNICAL DIRECTOR; CLUB DETERMINED TO CLOSE OUT 2018 SEASON STRONG
By Ryan Greene 09/18/2018, 3:00pm PDT
Isidro Sánchez takes on all coaching and personnel duties as Lights FC shifts focus to third meeting with Reno 1868 FC.
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RECAP: LIGHTS FC CLOSES MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY DROPPING TOUGH 2-1 DECISION TO PORTLAND TIMBERS 2
By Ryan Greene 09/16/2018, 10:00pm PDT
Raul Mendiola's 4th minute goal sets the tone early for Lights FC, but a pair of Portland second half goals end season series in a split.
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PREVIEW & NOTES: LIGHTS FC CLOSES MEXICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY LOOKING FOR SEASON SWEEP OF PORTLAND TIMBERS 2
By Ryan Greene 09/14/2018, 12:15pm PDT
With seven matches left in 2018 season, Lights FC is out to close its inaugural campaign on a positive, high-scoring note; Sunday's festivities include a post-match fireworks show at Cashman Field.
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The first of two "Meet The Team" parties a big hit with Lights FC Season Ticket Members
By Ryan Greene 09/13/2018, 12:30pm PDT
Second Season Ticket Member "Meet The Team" party goes down Tuesday, Sept. 18, with renewing members again having the chance to win a free 2019 season ticket.
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As 2018 season hits its stretch run, Carlos Alvarez remains a strength in many ways for Lights FC
By Ryan Greene 09/12/2018, 4:00pm PDT
Tied for the club lead in goals and assists with seven matches left to play, the 27-year-old midfielder's value stretches well beyond the numbers.
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VIDEO: A look back at the $5,000 Helicopter Cash Drop from all angles
By Ryan Greene 09/10/2018, 7:30pm PDT
Take another look at the wildest promotion of the 2018 Lights FC season.
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RECAP: MISSED OPPORTUNITIES COME BACK TO GET LIGHTS FC IN 2-1 HOME LOSS TO LA GALAXY II
By Ryan Greene 09/08/2018, 11:00pm PDT
$5,000 Helicopter Cash Drop at halftime excites crowd of 8,017 at Cashman Field to kick off promotion-filled September in DTLV.
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PREVIEW & NOTES: LIGHTS FC KICKS OFF CLOSING STRETCH OF USL REGULAR SEASON ON HOME TURF VS. LA GALAXY II
By Ryan Greene 09/07/2018, 9:30am PDT
$5,000 Helicopter Cash Drop, first professional meeting between brothers Carlos & Efrain Alvarez highlight eventful Saturday night ahead at Cashman Field.
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LIGHTS FC LAUNCHES SEASON TICKET RENEWAL PROGRAM FOR 2019; 2018 PRICING REMAINS, ENSURING THE BEST SPORTS ENTERTAINMENT VALUE IN LAS VEGAS
By Ryan Greene 09/06/2018, 1:35pm PDT
Locking in 2018 prices starting at just $200, Founding Member commemorative scarves and the chance to compete in a Crossbar Challenge for a free 2019 season ticket highlight early renewal offers.
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VIDEO: Lights FC players chime in with their advice and strategies for participants in Saturday's $5,000 Helicopter Cash Drop
By Ryan Greene 09/05/2018, 7:00pm PDT
The team will be in the locker room at halftime when 200 Lights FC fans chase for the cash on the pitch, but they still have their opinions on the best ways to score big.
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VIDEO: A look back at Lights FC's top goals from a busy, wild August
By Ryan Greene 08/29/2018, 11:30pm PDT
In a variety of ways, Lights FC heated things up on the pitch and provided a bevy of offensive highlights during a 6-match month.
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REGISTRATION OPENS FOR THE FIRST COPA LIGHTS ADULT SOCCER TOURNAMENT AT CASHMAN FIELD, SEPTEMBER 21-23
By Ryan Greene 08/29/2018, 10:00am PDT
Men’s & Women’s Adult soccer teams from throughout Las Vegas are invited to take the pitch where the pros play in a 3-day, 7 vs. 7 competition in DTLV.
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RECAP: LIGHTS FC EXPERIENCES HEARTBREAK, AS RENO 1868 FC TAKES SECOND LEG OF SILVER STATE CUP IN DRAMATIC FASHION, 2-1
By Ryan Greene 08/28/2018, 11:00pm PDT
Last-minute goal in stoppage time sends Lights FC home to prepare for a busy September ahead, including four matches at Cashman Field.
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LIGHTS FC TO BEGIN SELECTING PARTICIPANTS FOR $5,000 HELICOPTER CASH DROP, SEPT. 8 AT CASHMAN FIELD
By Ryan Greene 08/28/2018, 2:55pm PDT
Every fan in attendance (18+) at Lights FC v. LA Galaxy II will have a chance to earn one of 200 available spots for the wildest halftime promotional competition of the 2018 season.
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PREVIEW & NOTES: SILVER STATE CUP RESUMES, AS LIGHTS FC HEADS NORTH FOR SECOND LEG OF SEASON SERIES WITH RENO 1868 FC
By Ryan Greene 08/27/2018, 2:45pm PDT
Following thrilling 2-2 affair with Fresno FC on Saturday night, Lights FC vs. Reno 1868 airs locally at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday on myLVTV, streams nationwide on ESPN+.
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RECAP: LIGHTS FC TAKES A POINT FROM THRILLING 2-2 DRAW WITH FRESNO FC AT CASHMAN FIELD
By Ryan Greene 08/25/2018, 11:15pm PDT
Thrilling late match offense helps Lights FC salvage a result heading into Tuesday's 7:30 p.m. Silver State Cup showdown at Reno 1868 FC.
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Latest USL News

Lights FC Announce Initial 2019 Season Roster Additions
By Lights FC Communications 01/09/2019, 7:45am PST
Players with MLS, Liga MX, European, USL and USMNT Youth level experience join five returning Las Vegas Lights FC players in 2019.
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New Brand, New Era as USL’s Growth Continues
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - [email protected] 12/27/2018, 3:00pm PST
September’s unveiling of new league structure opened broad possibilities
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Top 2018 Moments – Top Ten Curtain Calls
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - [email protected] 12/27/2018, 8:45am PST
The Championship featured more highlight-reel goals than ever, SportsCenter was paying attention
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New ESPN Deal Expanded Championship’s Spotlight
By NICHOLAS MURRAY - [email protected] 12/26/2018, 9:00am PST
Investment in USL Productions continues to pay off for fans, clubs in national and local broadcasts
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The 2018 USL Cup – A Historic Night in the Derby City
By USLChampionship.com Staff 12/25/2018, 7:00am PST
See Louisville City FC’s victory against Phoenix Rising FC at the 2018 USL Cup as never before
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