Reno Pro Soccer has been awarded a United Soccer League (USL) franchise and will launch a professional men’s team in the 2027 USL Championship.
The USL said the club’s home will be an $80 million, 6,000-seat stadium that will anchor a new sports and entertainment district at the former Jones West Ford site.
The Jones West Ford site in Reno was a dealership on Kietzke Lane that sold Ford vehicles but closed in 2020 when the business was sold to Corwin Ford.
The new development will be home to Reno’s newest and most unique gathering space, offering a walkable district of restaurants, shopping and bars, which will attract locals and tourists to the Kietzke corridor.
Designed by TVS, the club plans to break ground on the stadium in early 2026 and expects it to open in 2027.
Justin Papadakis, USL Deputy CEO and Chief Real Estate Officer, said, “We’re thrilled to welcome Reno Pro Soccer to the USL Championship at such a pivotal moment for American soccer.
“With the World Cup on the horizon, excitement around soccer in the U.S. has never been stronger. Reno Pro Soccer’s arrival couldn’t come at a better time.
“Backed by a committed local ownership group, a passionate sports community, and plans for a first-class stadium anchoring a new sports and entertainment district, Reno is poised to become one of the country’s top soccer destinations.”
In conjunction with the franchise announcement, Reno Pro Soccer is now accepting deposits for Season Ticket Memberships for its 2027 inaugural season.
Lead Investor Todd Davis said, “We’re investing not only in a stadium but in Reno’s future. This project will bring new energy to our region, creating a destination for sports, entertainment, and community gatherings that reflect the pride and spirit of Northern Nevada.”
In addition to Davis, Reno Pro Soccer is led by CEO and founder Wendy Damonte, Deputy CEO and Founder Bob Enzenberger, and former U.S. Men’s National Team and MLS player John Doyle.
Damonte said, “Soccer brings people together, and that’s what this project is all about.
“We’re building a place where families, fans, and visitors can share unforgettable experiences while helping fuel Reno’s continued economic growth and further position it as a destination for both locals and visitors alike.”
Tampa (US)-based the United Soccer League (USL) is an organizer of various professional and amateur soccer leagues in the United States league system.
The USL is the largest and fastest-growing soccer organization in the country, with clubs in more than 200 communities across 46 states.
It connects every level of the game, from youth and pre-professional to the professional leagues. The USL Championship is the league’s top men’s competition, featuring 24 teams.
Reno Pro Soccer will face leading clubs like Detroit City FC and Louisville City FC and spark new regional rivalries with Sacramento Republic FC and Las Vegas Lights FC.
The club’s name, crest, and colors will be unveiled in the coming months, shaped by fan input and reflecting the people and place that make up Northern Nevada.
A series of listening sessions, interviews, and online polls will invite the community to help define the team’s identity. Fans can learn more and participate at renoprosoccer.com.
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