NAPLES, Fla. – Paradise Coast Sports Complex (PCSC) and Sports Facilities Companies (SFC) announced that it will be the new home of the United Soccer League’s (USL) expansion team, USL Naples.
This news was revealed at a press event on Jan. 17, where the USL awarded the franchise to Naples, Fla. USL Naples will begin play in 2025.
“We are honored to partner with a league of distinction and excited to showcase the Paradise Coast Sports Complex in national professional competition,” says Adrian Moses, general manager of Paradise Coast Sports Complex. “Our state-of-the-art facilities and beautiful PCSC Stadium will provide the perfect setting for this exciting new team. From first introduction, USL Naples has demonstrated that success for them is not only on the field but also in the community at large. To have a partner who complements our mission was critical in selecting the perfect team ownership group for Collier County.”
The Paradise Coast Sports Complex, which opened in 2019, spans more than 160 acres and features eight professional-level synthetic turf fields. The centerpiece of the complex is the PCSC Stadium, which offers designated family areas, VIP suites and cabanas, multiple dining options, and a capacity of 5,000 for soccer matches.
“What’s important is our relationship with the county and the stadium,” says Justin Papadakis, deputy CEO and chief real estate officer of the USL. “Knowing the professionalism and the ambition that SFC has is what really gave us confidence that this is where we want to have our USL club because it takes more than a great stadium; it’s a true partnership to have this done successfully and’s what we think we can do with SFC. SFC has big plans for this Sports Complex, and we’re proud to be partnered with them in that effort.”
The club will host listening sessions and community-focused events throughout 2024 to connect with fans of all ages and perspectives. According to a press release, USL Naples will develop its name, crest, and colors to authentically reflect the local community.
A welcoming event for the team was held this past weekend.
