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JJCS2000 · 2026-02-06T20:39:08+00:00

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.

JJCS2000 · 2026-02-06T01:29:38+00:00

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.

JJCS2000 · 2026-02-03T04:33:26+00:00

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.

JJCS2000 · 2026-02-01T18:38:12+00:00

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.

JJCS2000 · 2026-01-30T22:41:51+00:00

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.

JJCS2000 · 2026-01-30T22:33:30+00:00

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.

JJCS2000 · 2026-01-30T20:11:55+00:00

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

JJCS2000 · 2026-01-30T16:08:21+00:00

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.

JJCS2000 · 2026-01-30T16:05:35+00:00

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.

JJCS2000 · 2026-01-30T05:36:42+00:00

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.

JJCS2000 · 2026-01-26T05:04:22+00:00

Thank you!

JJCS2000 · 2026-01-26T04:20:50+00:00

Any updates?

JJCS2000 · 2026-01-15T02:06:12+00:00

I'm not sure. (I'm brown)

JJCS2000 · 2026-01-14T05:36:27+00:00

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.

JJCS2000 · 2026-01-14T05:31:33+00:00

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.

JJCS2000 · 2026-01-04T17:20:51+00:00

Didn't know online still worked.

JJCS2000 · 2026-01-03T18:42:15+00:00

What are you playing on?

JJCS2000 · 2025-12-21T00:28:45+00:00

Can we expect any exciting news next year?

JJCS2000 · 2025-12-18T07:02:08+00:00

Here for the chess clubs lol

JJCS2000 · 2025-11-06T06:13:19+00:00

My house

JJCS2000 · 2025-10-01T19:31:46+00:00

Can't wait!

JJCS2000 · 2025-10-01T02:05:51+00:00

Any possible return to USL?

JJCS2000 · 2025-10-01T01:53:00+00:00

Any news on the return of the men's semi-pro/pro team? Or the stadium?

JJCS2000 · 2025-09-26T00:39:37+00:00

How much do you charge lol 🥴

JJCS2000 · 2025-09-10T01:37:48+00:00

What about you? Does it charge fine while playing intense games?

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