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sports1 year ago

"Chicago Red Stars Set to Make History with Wrigley Field Match"

The Chicago Red Stars will make history by hosting their first-ever National Women’s Soccer League match at Wrigley Field on June 8, facing Bay FC. This event aims to increase visibility for women’s professional soccer and make the sport more accessible to Chicago sports fans. The match will feature elite athletes, including players representing their countries in international competitions, and will be broadcast live on ION for those unable to attend. Tickets will go on sale to the public on April 17, with presales for Red Stars and Cubs season ticket holders.

via Chicago Red Stars|
#chicago-red-stars#chicago-sports#nwsl
sports1 year ago

"Chicago Red Stars Set to Make History with Wrigley Field Match"

The Chicago Red Stars will play a National Women's Soccer League match at Wrigley Field on June 8, marking the first time a women's soccer game will be hosted at the iconic baseball stadium. The move is part of an effort to make the team more accessible to sports fans in Chicago, as the Red Stars have struggled with low attendance at their current stadium. The team's ownership, including Laura Ricketts of the Ricketts family that owns the Cubs, is looking into potential stadium sites within Chicago and lobbying for public funding. The Red Stars hope that playing at Wrigley Field will help tap into the untapped Chicago soccer market and bring further visibility to women's soccer.

via ESPN|
#chicago-red-stars#nwsl#soccer
sports1 year ago

"Public Funding Debate: Chicago Sports Teams' Stadium Requests"

The Chicago Red Stars are seeking public funding for a new stadium in Chicago, arguing that women's sports should have a seat at the table when it comes to discussions about funding sports stadiums. The team is in the fact-finding phase of selecting a potential stadium site within the city and is advocating for equity in the conversation about funding sports stadiums. The NWSL and Commissioner Jessica Berman support the Red Stars' efforts, citing the need for infrastructure and public-private support for the future of women's sports. The Kansas City Current's public-private partnership for their stadium is seen as a potential blueprint for the Red Stars. Meanwhile, the Chicago Cubs are actively seeking city support to host an MLB All-Star Game, but face hurdles related to stadium security at Wrigley Field. Gov. J.B. Pritzker and some state lawmakers have expressed reluctance towards major public funding for privately owned sports stadiums, amid other budget pressures.

via Chicago Tribune|
#chicago-cubs#chicago-red-stars#public-funding
sports2 years ago

Mallory Swanson Inks Record-Breaking 5-Year Deal with Chicago Red Stars

The Chicago Red Stars have re-signed Mallory Swanson to a new contract, making her the highest-paid player in NWSL history with a deal worth over $400,000 per year through 2028. Swanson, a key player for the Red Stars, suffered a torn patella tendon in April but looks forward to returning to help the team win championships.

via Pro Soccer Wire|
#chicago-red-stars#highest-paid-player#mallory-swanson
sports2 years ago

Mallory Swanson Becomes NWSL's Highest-Paid Player with Red Stars Contract Renewal

Mallory Swanson, a striker for the USWNT, has become the NWSL's highest-paid player after signing a record-breaking contract with the Chicago Red Stars worth a reported $2 million, making her the league's top earner. The deal, which includes a fifth-year option, sets an NWSL record for the most long-term contract. Swanson's annual salary of $400,000 surpasses that of previous top earner María Sánchez. The NWSL has also announced a 40% increase in the salary cap to $2.75 million and a landmark four-year media rights deal.

via ESPN|
#chicago-red-stars#mallory-swanson#nwsl
sports2 years ago

"Mallory Swanson Becomes NWSL's Highest-Paid Player with Chicago Red Stars Contract"

The Chicago Red Stars have made history by signing U.S. women’s national team forward Mallory Swanson to a groundbreaking five-year contract, making her the highest paid player in the NWSL. Swanson expressed gratitude for the support and is excited for the team's future, while also emphasizing her agency in choosing her team despite her partner's presence in Chicago.

via Equalizer Soccer|
#chicago-red-stars#historic-contract#mallory-swanson
sports2 years ago

Mallory Swanson Becomes NWSL's Highest-Paid Player with Chicago Red Stars Deal

Mallory Swanson, a striker for the US women's national team, signed a record-setting contract with the Chicago Red Stars, making her the highest paid athlete in the NWSL. The deal, which runs through 2028 with a fifth-year option, marks the first official USWNT player signing for the club under new ownership. Swanson's decision to stay in Chicago was influenced by family and the club's shared vision for the future. The Red Stars, aiming to rebuild and establish a new club culture, also announced Lorne Donaldson as their new head coach.

via CBS Sports|
#chicago-red-stars#laura-ricketts#lorne-donaldson
sports2 years ago

Laura Ricketts-Led Group Acquires Chicago Red Stars: A New Era Begins

A group led by Laura Ricketts, co-owner of the Chicago Cubs, has reached an agreement in principle to purchase the NWSL team, the Chicago Red Stars. The deal is pending final approval from the NWSL Board of Governors. The purchase includes a diverse group of Chicago women business and civic leaders. The Red Stars, currently in 11th place, have been in need of greater investment and face challenges with their stadium situation. The team's current home, SeatGeek Stadium, has accessibility issues, and finding a more sustainable venue is a priority. The sale agreement reflects the growing interest and momentum in women's soccer, and the NWSL is optimistic about the future of the Red Stars under new ownership.

via The Athletic|
#chicago-red-stars#laura-ricketts#nwsl
sports2 years ago

Dansby Swanson's Early Exit from Cubs Game Linked to Wife's Surgery and Injury.

Dansby Swanson, shortstop for the Chicago Cubs, left a game early due to mental and physical exhaustion from worrying about his wife, Mallory Swanson, who tore a patella tendon in her left knee during a soccer game on Saturday. Mallory, a key player for the USWNT and the Chicago Red Stars, will likely be unable to play until the fall. Dansby signed a $177 million, seven-year contract with the Cubs in December, citing his wife's commitment to the Red Stars as a reason for choosing the team.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#chicago-red-stars#dansby-swanson#injury