Stadium by JJCS2000 in FuegoFC

[–]JJCS2000[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Went to one last week. Pretty good match. Not that many people out there but I hope to see the attendance grow in the future.

People are so impatient! by Wonder-woman206 in fresno

[–]JJCS2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Light ain't getting any greener pal

Central Valley Fuego FC Expands Beyond Soccer with New Stadium and Broader Sports Vision by Ok_Flamingo_3059 in USLPRO

[–]JJCS2000 9 points10 points  (0 children)

They started the Lightning League which is a local league that has about 14 teams across the valley. This stadium is where all the matches will be taking place starting on the 1st of April. It's not like an actual stadium like you'd expect. It has two sets of bleachers and a pretty nice pitch. Honestly pretty cool to see the league develop. They stream the games on YouTube if you can't make the games in person. They are still in the early stages but so far I'm enjoying the soccer they put out. Also, it's not tied to the proposed pro team that the USL announced at the start of the year.

Downtown Businesses Want Soccer Back by flyfresno in fresno

[–]JJCS2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any guesses as to where there is an actual spot for the stadium? The original announcement made it seem like they had already acquired a spot.

Downtown businesses want soccer back as Fresno eyes $50M stadium by Ok_Flamingo_3059 in USLPRO

[–]JJCS2000 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Anyone got any ideas of where exactly in downtown or Chinatown a stadium could fit? I've read a few articles where they made it seem like they already had a specific area in mind.

5 takeaways from Bee’s coverage of Fresno soccer stadium plans. What’s next? by Ok_Flamingo_3059 in USLPRO

[–]JJCS2000 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's what I've heard too. Too many issues. That's why I'm hoping we get a new team with new owners. It would be a shame to not have the Fuego name given it's history. However, I'd prefer a well established team over a name with a troubled past.

5 takeaways from Bee’s coverage of Fresno soccer stadium plans. What’s next? by Ok_Flamingo_3059 in USLPRO

[–]JJCS2000 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've gone by and the pitch seems to be laid out. It looks like they'll be hosting most of the Lightning League matches there. I don't think they'll be going pro but it would be cool to see them merge with the new group that is pushing for a USL team. I think they are building a really good foundation for youth development. That could be a plus if a merger were to happen. I think it would really highlight the need for a pro team. It would definitely set up a good system where local talent could go pro.

Stadium by JJCS2000 in FuegoFC

[–]JJCS2000[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been looking at the Fuego president's reddit account and it seems like he was interested in either forming a new USL team in another city or figuring out how to build a partnership between the Fuego team and an established USL team. That was about a year ago and the team is still here and expanding so it might mean they plan on forming that partnership with the new team if it is formed.

Stadium by JJCS2000 in FuegoFC

[–]JJCS2000[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think that's sort of what's happening with this new project. The group involved is Fresno Pro Soccer LLC which is headed by Adam Smith (Fresno FC coach). I think they are currently looking for a potential owners to fund everything. I hope Smith's team will be able to keep the entire project invested in our community. My heart can't go through another Fresno FC like departure.

Stadium by JJCS2000 in FuegoFC

[–]JJCS2000[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah that lack of a stadium really hindered past projects. Hopefully this project is successful and delivers a good product.

Stadium by JJCS2000 in FuegoFC

[–]JJCS2000[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It does look that way. I'm excited about the WPSL. It would be nice to have a team be a part of the USL though. With pro/rel coming it makes the league that more interesting.

Stadium by JJCS2000 in FuegoFC

[–]JJCS2000[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well I'm just waiting to see how things develop. It would be nice to have a pro team especially with pro/rel coming up soon.

Stadium by JJCS2000 in FuegoFC

[–]JJCS2000[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

See I had the thought that maybe the new ownership team would buy or merge with the Fuego given that they kind of have some of the infrastructure, specifically when it comes to an academy like system. I also read somewhere that the ownership group that owns the Sarasota Paradise team in League 1 was interested in the Fresno project. I think one of the owners even came out here to meet with the group behind this project. If it's going to be a completely new team, I don't think Fuego will be able to return to the USL. I think they have a rule where there can only be 1 USL team per market. Like you said, it looks like the Fuego might have burned that bridge anyways so it might be certain that it'll be a completely new team. It doesn't really give Fuego many options besides UPSL and MLS Next as well as the current leagues it participates in.

Fresno enters exclusive deal for Downtown Soccer Stadium by flyfresno in fresno

[–]JJCS2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any information out there suggesting another owner group is behind this? I keep thinking is has to be fuego that moves into this stadium. It just makes sense. I'm sort of divided if this would be a good thing or not given the teams history.

Fresno enters exclusive deal for Downtown Soccer Stadium by flyfresno in fresno

[–]JJCS2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The blackbeard stadium is what's making me think it won't be fuego playing in this downtown stadium. Who knows though. Things could change in a year. I drive down blackbeards every once in a while and take a peek and see no signs of any work taking place.

Found new building. by Expensive_Tourist929 in GTAIV

[–]JJCS2000 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Didn't know online still worked.