Reno Pro Soccer and USL Bring Professional Soccer to Northern Nevada: A New Era of Soccer in the Silver State
The United Soccer League, in collaboration with Reno Pro Soccer, has revealed plans to introduce professional soccer to northern Nevada. Reno Pro Soccer recently acquired the former Jones West Ford site on Kietzke Lane, where they will develop a sports and entertainment district featuring a soccer-specific stadium. This stadium will serve as the home venue for a USL professional men's team. Justin Papadakis, USL Deputy CEO and Chief Real Estate Officer, expressed enthusiasm about expanding professional soccer to northern Nevada, citing Reno's rapid growth and passionate soccer fan base as key factors in the decision.
Reno Pro Soccer is backed by a diverse group with expertise in business, sports, media, and philanthropy, as well as strong local connections. Over the next few months, Reno Pro Soccer will engage with the community to shape the club's identity, seeking input on the team name, brand colors, crest, and matchday experience. Fans can participate in this process by signing up for updates on the renoprosoccer.com website.
The United Soccer League, established in 1986, is the largest and fastest-growing soccer organization in the United States, with a presence in over 200 communities nationwide. It offers a comprehensive youth-to-professional pathway for both men and women within a single ecosystem. The USL oversees multiple men's leagues, including the newly announced top-tier professional Division I league, the USL Championship (Division II), USL League One (Division III), and USL League Two (pre-professional). On the women's side, it manages the Gainbridge Super League (Division I) and the USL W League, the top pre-professional women's league in the country. Additionally, the USL supports talent development and youth engagement through the USL Academy and USL Youth programs.
The USL has secured long-term media rights agreements with CBS Sports, ESPN, and Peacock, ensuring broad coverage of its leagues and competitions. The partnership between the United Soccer League and Reno Pro Soccer signifies an exciting new chapter for professional soccer in northern Nevada, promising to elevate the region's profile and provide a platform for local talent to thrive.