LIGHTS FC & UNLV ATTEMPTING TO BREAK NEVADA’S ALL-TIME WOMEN’S SOCCER ATTENDANCE RECORD
April 9th Afternoon Doubleheader to Feature UNLV Women’s Soccer vs. Pac-12’s University of Arizona, Plus Lights FC Match.
Tickets On-Sale Now at LightsFC.com/Tickets!
Las Vegas, NV (March 7, 2022) — Lights FC attempts to set history again by hosting its first women’s soccer match at Cashman Field with the express goal of setting an all-time attendance record for women’s soccer in the State of Nevada.
On the afternoon of April 9th, Lights FC will play Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC at 2pm. Immediately following the match, UNLV Lady Rebels will take on the University of Arizona in the day’s featured match. Admission provides fans access to both matches.
“Soccer is not just the world’s most popular sport, but also by far & away the most popular sport for local kids to play — both boys & girls,” said Lights FC Owner & C.E.O. Brett Lashbrook. “We are ecstatic to be able to get a match like this to further prove that Las Vegas is a true soccer market. We can’t wait to not just break the attendance record — but to smash it!”
The UNLV Rebels Women’s Soccer team currently features seven players that graduated from local high schools. Lead by Head Coach Jenny Ruiz-Williams, who previously both played for UNLV Women’s Soccer as well as represented Mexico in the FIFA Women’s World Cup, is entering her third season in charge as head coach.
“This is an amazing opportunity for our players to participate in a match like this one. It’s incredible the support that is being put into allowing these young women the platform to play in front of this city.” said UNLV Head Coach Jenny Williams. “Arizona is a top quality opponent who competes in a strong PAC 12 conference. I think fans will be entertained, young girls will be inspired, and the growth of women’s soccer will be showcased at Cashman field. We are so grateful to Lights FC, and their partnership, and look forward to many more opportunities to play at that electric venue.”
Lights FC’s season kicks off this Sunday (March 13th) at New Mexico United FC. The home opener is scheduled for Saturday, March 19th at 7pm.
Tickets are on-sale now at LightsFC.com/Tickets. For group ticket information, please contact Tickets@LasVegasLightsFC.com.
About Las Vegas Lights FC:
Established in 2017, Lights FC brought professional soccer to the Entertainment Capital of the World. A member of the United Soccer League Championship, the second division professional league in the United States, Lights FC averages close to 8,000 fans per match playing in downtown Las Vegas at historic Cashman Field. Named by Sports Illustrated as the “Most Interesting Team in the World,” the Club is known for its unique match day experience and was recently voted “Best Sports Value” in Las Vegas. Additional information can be found at LightsFC.com.
CONTACT:
All Media Inquiries should be direct to: Communications@LasVegasLightsFC.com
