Phoenix Rising Soccer Stadium
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| Former names | Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex at Wild Horse Pass (2021–2022) |
|---|---|
| Address | 3801 E Washington St Phoenix, AZ 85034[1] |
| Coordinates | 33°26′46″N 111°59′53″W / 33.44611°N 111.99806°W |
| Public transit | Valley Metro Rail |
| Owner | Phoenix Rising FC |
| Executive suites | 15 |
| Capacity | 10,000 |
| Record attendance | 9,236 (October 23, 2021 vs. Sacramento Republic FC) |
| Field size | 116 yd × 74 yd (106 m × 68 m) |
| Surface | Grass |
| Construction | |
| Broke ground | September 2020 |
| Opened | April 30, 2021 |
| Architect | Odell Associates |
| General contractor | Willmeng Construction[2] |
| Tenants | |
| Phoenix Rising FC (USLC) (2021–present) | |
Phoenix Rising Soccer Stadium is a soccer-specific stadium in Phoenix, Arizona. It is the home of Phoenix Rising FC of the USL Championship. The stadium was completed before the start of the 2021 USL Championship season. The stadium was built on land in the Gila River Indian Community, near Interstate 10 and Loop 202. The complex has 10,000 seats with a video board, press box, improved sound, a family-friendly general admission section, a ticket office, locker rooms, two practice fields, and an onsite administrative office.[3][4][5]
History
The first game at the complex was held on April 30, 2021, when Rising defeated San Diego Loyal SC 4–1. Jon Bakero scored the first goal in the 39th minute, followed by Santi Moar, Aodhan Quinn and Kevon Lambert.[6][7]
Background
When looking for a location for the new stadium Phoenix Rising looked into the Mesa, Phoenix, Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, Scottsdale and Tempe areas.
References
- ^ "Phoenix Rising FC stadium to be moved to east side of Phoenix". Soccer Stadium Digest. November 16, 2022.
- ^ "Willmeng Construction Celebrates Phoenix Rising Football Club's Season Opener in New Facility". cem-az.com. Commercial Executive Magazine. May 5, 2021. Retrieved August 23, 2021.
- ^ "Phoenix Rising FC moves stadium and professional training center to Wild Horse Pass". Phoenix Rising Communications. Phoenix Rising. December 10, 2020. Retrieved March 31, 2021.
- ^ Anderson, Jake (December 11, 2020). "Phoenix Rising's move to Wild Horse Pass is all about fan experience". arizonasports.com. Retrieved March 31, 2021.
- ^ "Phoenix Rising FC set to move into a new home at Wild Horse Pass for next season". Jose M. Romero. Arizona Republic. December 10, 2020. Retrieved December 10, 2020.
- ^ Anderson, Jake (April 30, 2021). "Phoenix Rising flips regular-season switch, routs San Diego in 2021 opener". arizonasports.com. Retrieved April 30, 2021.
- ^ Perez, Edwin (April 30, 2021). "Rising open season with dominating win over San Diego in front of 5,000". Arizona Republic. Retrieved April 30, 2021.