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The Orange County Soccer Club will have a national audience when the season resumes, with the club’s first game back, July 16 against Phoenix Rising FC set to air nationally on ESPN2, and on the ESPN App. As an added bonus, before the game ESPN has agreed to premiere the pilot episode of the Orange County SC & Rangers FC original documentary, “Path to Glory” at 5:30PM/PT on ESPN2 and after the airing, the documentary will be available in the U.S. on the ESPN FC YouTube for an additional 48 hours.

The Orange County Soccer Club will have a national audience when the season resumes, with the club’s first game back, July 16 against Phoenix Rising FC set to air nationally on ESPN2, and on the ESPN App. As an added bonus, before the game ESPN has agreed to premiere the pilot episode of the Orange County SC & Rangers FC original documentary, “Path to Glory” at 5:30PM/PT on ESPN2 and after the airing, the documentary will be available in the U.S. on the ESPN FC YouTube for an additional 48 hours.

When OCSC and Rangers FC forged their strategic partnership in 2019 the goal was to build both brands globally and develop and share soccer talent between the two clubs. For the past 6 months, the two clubs have been working on a Documentary to highlight the partnership and the players involved.

This "first look" at Episode #1 will give people an inside look at our players transatlantic journeys to become successful soccer professionals while adjusting to life in different countries. Furthermore, it will promote the larger underlying goal of the OCSC/Rangers partnership and commitment to our Professional Model of developing talented young players.

“Path to Glory” is focused on the professional journeys of three players from each club following Francis Jacobs, Aaron Cervantes, and Diego Lopez from OCSC on their journey to Scotland to train at Ibrox and Danny Finlayson, Cammy Palmer, and Matty Shiels from the Rangers, as they cross the pond to compete for minutes in the USL.

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ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB

Orange County Soccer Club is Orange County’s only professional soccer team that is part of the United Soccer League (USL), the fastest-growing Division II professional soccer league in the world. The USL is comprised of 35 teams across the United States. The team plays its home games at the Orange County Great Park’s Championship Soccer Stadium, located in Irvine, CA. Nestled in the heart of the Great Park, Championship Soccer Stadium has a capacity of over 5,000 for Orange County SC matches. Orange County SC was one of 12 founding members of the USL during its inaugural 2011 season. The preceding club, Orange County Blues, won the 2015 Western Conference Regular Season Championship and reached the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the USL Playoffs in back-to-back seasons. Team owner and Chief Investment Officer of LARO Properties, James Keston, purchased and re-branded the team in 2017. Keston, who actively oversees all operations of the team, is dedicated to providing a pathway to professional soccer and a world-class soccer organization that focuses on the fans, players and youth clubs of Orange County.

In December 2019, Orange County SC entered into a strategic partnership with Rangers FC from the Scottish Premier League.

For more information about Orange County Soccer Club, and to experience professional soccer in the OC, visit: https://www.orangecountysoccer.com.

For more information about the United Soccer League, visit: http://www.uslsoccer.com.

Media Contact:

Chad Romiti

Communications Director for OCSC chad@https://www.orangecountysoccer.com

(949) 293-7781

When OCSC and Rangers FC forged their strategic partnership in 2019 the goal was to build both brands globally and develop and share soccer talent between the two clubs. For the past 6 months, the two clubs have been working on a Documentary to highlight the partnership and the players involved.

This “first look” at Episode #1 will give people an inside look at our players transatlantic journeys to become successful soccer professionals while adjusting to life in different countries. Furthermore, it will promote the larger underlying goal of the OCSC/Rangers partnership and commitment to our Professional Model of developing talented young players.

“Path to Glory” is focused on the professional journeys of three players from each club following Francis Jacobs, Aaron Cervantes, and Diego Lopez from OCSC on their journey to Scotland to train at Ibrox and Danny Finlayson, Cammy Palmer, and Matty Shiels from the Rangers, as they cross the pond to compete for minutes in the USL.

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ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB

Orange County Soccer Club is Orange County’s only professional soccer team that is part of the United Soccer League (USL), the fastest-growing Division II professional soccer league in the world. The USL is comprised of 35 teams across the United States. The team plays its home games at the Orange County Great Park’s Championship Soccer Stadium, located in Irvine, CA. Nestled in the heart of the Great Park, Championship Soccer Stadium has a capacity of over 5,000 for Orange County SC matches. Orange County SC was one of 12 founding members of the USL during its inaugural 2011 season. The preceding club, Orange County Blues, won the 2015 Western Conference Regular Season Championship and reached the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the USL Playoffs in back-to-back seasons. Team owner and Chief Investment Officer of LARO Properties, James Keston, purchased and re-branded the team in 2017. Keston, who actively oversees all operations of the team, is dedicated to providing a pathway to professional soccer and a world-class soccer organization that focuses on the fans, players and youth clubs of Orange County.

In December 2019, Orange County SC entered into a strategic partnership with Rangers FC from the Scottish Premier League.

For more information about Orange County Soccer Club, and to experience professional soccer in the OC, visit: https://www.orangecountysoccer.com.

For more information about the United Soccer League, visit: http://www.uslsoccer.com.

Media Contact:

Chad Romiti

Communications Director for OCSC chad@https://www.orangecountysoccer.com

(949) 293-7781

IRVINE, Calif. (July 2, 2020) — The Orange County Soccer Club will have a national audience when the season resumes, with the club’s first game back, July 16 against Phoenix Rising FC set to air nationally on ESPN2, and on the ESPN App.

IRVINE, Calif. (July 2, 2020) — The Orange County Soccer Club will have a national audience when the season resumes, with the club’s first game back, July 16 against Phoenix Rising FC set to air nationally on ESPN2, and on the ESPN App.

"We are so excited for the opportunity to resume the season in front of a national audience and share our exciting brand of OC soccer with fans nationwide", said Orange County SC President of Business Operations, Jeff Garner. "Being on ESPN2 gives us the opportunity to grow our fanbase and represent the league.”

OCSC opened the 2020 season on March 6, with a 0-0 draw at home against El Paso Locomotive FC.

“We are excited and ready to resume our season on July 16 in front of a nationwide audience versus a top quality team,” said OCSC President of Soccer Operations, Oliver Wyss. “After 3 long months with lots of hard work off the field by our staff and players, it is great to finally play competitive games again!”

A full USL Championship on ESPN schedule will be announced in the coming days, in addition to the league’s complete schedule for its return to play in two weeks.

“We are so excited for the opportunity to resume the season in front of a national audience and share our exciting brand of OC soccer with fans nationwide”, said Orange County SC President of Business Operations, Jeff Garner. “Being on ESPN2 gives us the opportunity to grow our fanbase and represent the league.”

OCSC opened the 2020 season on March 6, with a 0-0 draw at home against El Paso Locomotive FC.

“We are excited and ready to resume our season on July 16 in front of a nationwide audience versus a top quality team,” said OCSC President of Soccer Operations, Oliver Wyss. “After 3 long months with lots of hard work off the field by our staff and players, it is great to finally play competitive games again!”

A full USL Championship on ESPN schedule will be announced in the coming days, in addition to the league’s complete schedule for its return to play in two weeks.

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ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB

Orange County Soccer Club is Orange County’s only professional soccer team that is part of the United Soccer League (USL), the fastest-growing Division II professional soccer league in the world. The USL is comprised of 35 teams across the United

States. The team plays its home games at the Orange County Great Park’s Championship Soccer Stadium, located in Irvine, CA. Nestled in the heart of the Great Park, Championship Soccer Stadium has a capacity of over 5,000 for Orange County SC matches. Orange County SC was one of 12 founding members of the USL during its inaugural 2011 season. The preceding club, Orange County Blues, won the 2015 Western Conference Regular Season Championship and reached the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the USL Playoffs in back-to-back seasons. Team owner and Chief Investment Officer of LARO Properties, James Keston, purchased and re-branded the team in 2017. Keston, who actively oversees all operations of the team, is dedicated to providing a pathway to professional soccer and a world-class soccer organization that focuses on the fans, players and youth clubs of Orange County.

In December 2019, Orange County SC entered into a strategic partnership with Rangers FC from the Scottish Premier League.

For more information about Orange County Soccer Club, and to experience professional soccer in the OC, visit:

https://www.orangecountysoccer.com.

For more information about the United Soccer League, visit: http://www.uslsoccer.com.

 

Media Contact:

Chad Romiti

Communications Director for OCSC chad@https://www.orangecountysoccer.com

(949) 293-7781

ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB

Orange County Soccer Club is Orange County’s only professional soccer team that is part of the United Soccer League (USL), the fastest-growing Division II professional soccer league in the world. The USL is comprised of 35 teams across the United

States. The team plays its home games at the Orange County Great Park’s Championship Soccer Stadium, located in Irvine, CA. Nestled in the heart of the Great Park, Championship Soccer Stadium has a capacity of over 5,000 for Orange County SC matches. Orange County SC was one of 12 founding members of the USL during its inaugural 2011 season. The preceding club, Orange County Blues, won the 2015 Western Conference Regular Season Championship and reached the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the USL Playoffs in back-to-back seasons. Team owner and Chief Investment Officer of LARO Properties, James Keston, purchased and re-branded the team in 2017. Keston, who actively oversees all operations of the team, is dedicated to providing a pathway to professional soccer and a world-class soccer organization that focuses on the fans, players and youth clubs of Orange County.

In December 2019, Orange County SC entered into a strategic partnership with Rangers FC from the Scottish Premier League.

For more information about Orange County Soccer Club, and to experience professional soccer in the OC, visit:

https://www.orangecountysoccer.com.

For more information about the United Soccer League, visit: http://www.uslsoccer.com.

 

Media Contact:

Chad Romiti

Communications Director for OCSC chad@https://www.orangecountysoccer.com

(949) 293-7781

With the return of live sports and Orange County SC being one of the only local professional teams to resume play in its home market, OCSC was selected to be featured in the LA Weekly’s “Quarantine Care Package”. The care package which was published in the magazine and shared online will also be sent to southern California influencers who will undoubtedly share their awesome swag with their followers. Curious about what else was included in the quarantine care package? Click here for the full list of items that make our quarantine better:

https://www.laweekly.com/l-a-weeklys-quarantine-care-package-top-picks/

With the return of live sports and Orange County SC being one of the only local professional teams to resume play in its home market, OCSC was selected to be featured in the LA Weekly’s “Quarantine Care Package”. The care package which was published in the magazine and shared online will also be sent to southern California influencers who will undoubtedly share their awesome swag with their followers. Curious about what else was included in the quarantine care package? Click here for the full list of items that make our quarantine better:

https://www.laweekly.com/l-a-weeklys-quarantine-care-package-top-picks/

IRVINE, Calif. (July 3, 2020) – Orange County SC announced today the arrival of former LA Galaxy forward, Chandler Hoffman, pending league and federation approval. He joins the club on loan from USL club Birmingham Legion FC for the remainder of the 2020 season.

IRVINE, Calif. (July 3, 2020) – Orange County SC announced today the arrival of former LA Galaxy forward, Chandler Hoffman, pending league and federation approval. He joins the club on loan from USL club Birmingham Legion FC for the remainder of the 2020 season.

“We are thrilled to add Chandler, a first-class professional to our talented roster,” said OCSC President of Soccer Operations, Oliver Wyss. “Chandler is one of the best natural goal scorers this league has seen and we expect him to have a significant impact on our team!”

The Birmingham, Alabama native made 17 appearances with Birmingham in 2019 with 4 goals, after joining Legion FC as the club’s first-ever signing in August 2018. Hoffman is yet to make an appearance in 2020 due to the temporary suspension of play. He is available to make his OCSC debut when the club resumes play at home on Thursday, July 16th against Phoenix Rising FC.

“I’m very excited that we have added Chandler to our roster,” said OCSC Head Coach, Braeden Cloutier. “He is a proven goal scorer and will complement the players that we already have.”

Hoffman played college soccer at UCLA from 2009 to 2011 and was the 13th player picked in the MLS SuperDraft in 2012. He joined the LA Galaxy in 2013 and was a member of the LA Galaxy's MLS Cup winner in 2014. Hoffman played for a number of MLS clubs prior to joining the USL in 2015. He has played for Louisville City, Real Monarchs, and Birmingham in the USL Championship.

“I am excited and thankful for the opportunity to get back on the field,” said Chandler Hoffman. “I cannot wait to join the group and get to work!”

In 2018, Hoffman scored his 50th goal in his 100th USL game, making him the fastest player in USL history to reach that milestone. He is currently No. 3 on the USL list of all-time scorers.

Per club policy, terms of player contracts with Orange County SC will not be released.

• Jon Chandler Hoffman
• Pronunciation: Hoff-Man
• Position: Forward
• Height: 6’0”
• Weight: 160 lbs
• Born: August 17, 1990
• Birthplace: Birmingham, AL
• Instagram: @chandala
• Twitter: @chandala

“We are thrilled to add Chandler, a first-class professional to our talented roster,” said OCSC President of Soccer Operations, Oliver Wyss. “Chandler is one of the best natural goal scorers this league has seen and we expect him to have a significant impact on our team!”

The Birmingham, Alabama native made 17 appearances with Birmingham in 2019 with 4 goals, after joining Legion FC as the club’s first-ever signing in August 2018. Hoffman is yet to make an appearance in 2020 due to the temporary suspension of play. He is available to make his OCSC debut when the club resumes play at home on Thursday, July 16th against Phoenix Rising FC.

“I’m very excited that we have added Chandler to our roster,” said OCSC Head Coach, Braeden Cloutier. “He is a proven goal scorer and will complement the players that we already have.”

Hoffman played college soccer at UCLA from 2009 to 2011 and was the 13th player picked in the MLS SuperDraft in 2012. He joined the LA Galaxy in 2013 and was a member of the LA Galaxy’s MLS Cup winner in 2014. Hoffman played for a number of MLS clubs prior to joining the USL in 2015. He has played for Louisville City, Real Monarchs, and Birmingham in the USL Championship.

“I am excited and thankful for the opportunity to get back on the field,” said Chandler Hoffman. “I cannot wait to join the group and get to work!”

In 2018, Hoffman scored his 50th goal in his 100th USL game, making him the fastest player in USL history to reach that milestone. He is currently No. 3 on the USL list of all-time scorers.

Per club policy, terms of player contracts with Orange County SC will not be released.

• Jon Chandler Hoffman
• Pronunciation: Hoff-Man
• Position: Forward
• Height: 6’0”
• Weight: 160 lbs
• Born: August 17, 1990
• Birthplace: Birmingham, AL
• Instagram: @chandala
• Twitter: @chandala

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ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB

Orange County Soccer Club is Orange County’s only professional soccer team that is part of the United Soccer League (USL), the fastest-growing Division II professional soccer league in the world. The USL is comprised of 35 teams across the United States. The team plays its home games at the Orange County Great Park’s Championship Soccer Stadium, located in Irvine, CA. Nestled in the heart of the Great Park, Championship Soccer Stadium has a capacity of over 5,000 for Orange County SC matches. Orange County SC was one of 12 founding members of the USL during its inaugural 2011 season. The preceding club, Orange County Blues, won the 2015 Western Conference Regular Season Championship and reached the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the USL Playoffs in back-to-back seasons. Team owner and Chief Investment Officer of LARO Properties, James Keston, purchased and re-branded the team in 2017. Keston, who actively oversees all operations of the team, is dedicated to providing a pathway to professional soccer and a world-class soccer organization that focuses on the fans, players, and youth clubs of Orange County.

In December 2019, Orange County SC entered into a strategic partnership with Rangers FC from the Scottish Premier League.

For more information about Orange County Soccer Club, and to experience professional soccer in the OC, visit: https://www.orangecountysoccer.com. For more information about the United Soccer League, visit: http://www.uslsoccer.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Chad Romiti

PR Manager

Orange County Soccer Club

949-647-GOAL

chad@https://www.orangecountysoccer.com

ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB

Orange County Soccer Club is Orange County’s only professional soccer team that is part of the United Soccer League (USL), the fastest-growing Division II professional soccer league in the world. The USL is comprised of 35 teams across the United States. The team plays its home games at the Orange County Great Park’s Championship Soccer Stadium, located in Irvine, CA. Nestled in the heart of the Great Park, Championship Soccer Stadium has a capacity of over 5,000 for Orange County SC matches. Orange County SC was one of 12 founding members of the USL during its inaugural 2011 season. The preceding club, Orange County Blues, won the 2015 Western Conference Regular Season Championship and reached the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the USL Playoffs in back-to-back seasons. Team owner and Chief Investment Officer of LARO Properties, James Keston, purchased and re-branded the team in 2017. Keston, who actively oversees all operations of the team, is dedicated to providing a pathway to professional soccer and a world-class soccer organization that focuses on the fans, players, and youth clubs of Orange County.

In December 2019, Orange County SC entered into a strategic partnership with Rangers FC from the Scottish Premier League.

For more information about Orange County Soccer Club, and to experience professional soccer in the OC, visit: https://www.orangecountysoccer.com. For more information about the United Soccer League, visit: http://www.uslsoccer.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Chad Romiti

PR Manager

Orange County Soccer Club

949-647-GOAL

chad@https://www.orangecountysoccer.com

IRVINE, CA — Orange County SC released its schedule games today for the remainder of the 2020 season. The club will play 15 league matches stretching from July 16 to October 3. The schedule will feature 7 home games at Championship Soccer Stadium.

IRVINE, CA — Orange County SC released its schedule games today for the remainder of the 2020 season. The club will play 15 league matches stretching from July 16 to October 3. The schedule will feature 7 home games at Championship Soccer Stadium.

Under the 2020 competition structure, OCSC will compete in Group B made up of five west coast teams, with the league’s clubs set to play 263 games over 13 weeks to decide which 16 teams will advance to the 2020 USL Championship Playoffs, which will open in the second weekend of October.

OCSC will resume the season with a nationally televised game on ESPN2, at home on Thursday, July 16 against league rival Phoenix Rising FC. OCSC will face Phoenix at home again on July, 25th before traveling to Sacramento on July, 29 for its only match against Sacramento Republic FC.

OCSC will play LA Galaxy II on August 7th for the first of 4 total 405 Derby matches with a second home game on Saturday, September 5th.

The first-ever match between OCSC and San Diego Loyal SC will take place in San Diego on Wednesday, August 12, with OCSC hosting the Loyal at Championship Soccer Stadium on Saturday, August 29. Click Here for the Complete Revised 2020 USL Championship Schedule

Due to State and local policies regarding large gatherings, OCSC will not be able to accommodate fans at Championship Soccer Stadium when the season resumes.

All OSCS games will be broadcast on ESPN+ with OCSC home games also available locally on Cox Yurview.

Orange County is currently working on developing physical and virtual watch parties and fan engagement opportunities for our fans. To stay up to date download the OCSC App and make sure you are following the club on social media.

Under the 2020 competition structure, OCSC will compete in Group B made up of five west coast teams, with the league’s clubs set to play 263 games over 13 weeks to decide which 16 teams will advance to the 2020 USL Championship Playoffs, which will open in the second weekend of October.

OCSC will resume the season with a nationally televised game on ESPN2, at home on Thursday, July 16 against league rival Phoenix Rising FC. OCSC will face Phoenix at home again on July, 25th before traveling to Sacramento on July, 29 for its only match against Sacramento Republic FC.

OCSC will play LA Galaxy II on August 7th for the first of 4 total 405 Derby matches with a second home game on Saturday, September 5th.

The first-ever match between OCSC and San Diego Loyal SC will take place in San Diego on Wednesday, August 12, with OCSC hosting the Loyal at Championship Soccer Stadium on Saturday, August 29. Click Here for the Complete Revised 2020 USL Championship Schedule

Due to State and local policies regarding large gatherings, OCSC will not be able to accommodate fans at Championship Soccer Stadium when the season resumes.

All OSCS games will be broadcast on ESPN+ with OCSC home games also available locally on Cox Yurview.

Orange County is currently working on developing physical and virtual watch parties and fan engagement opportunities for our fans. To stay up to date download the OCSC App and make sure you are following the club on social media.

2020 Home Schedule at Championship Soccer Stadium

Thursday, July 16, 2020 | Phoenix Rising FC (ESPN2)

Saturday, July 25, 2020 | Phoenix Rising FC

Friday, August 7, 2020 | LA Galaxy II

Saturday, August 15, 2020 | Las Vegas Lights FC

Saturday, August 29, 2020 | San Diego Loyal SC

Saturday, September 5, 2020 | LA Galaxy II

Friday, September 18, 2020 | Las Vegas Lights FC

2020 Home Schedule at Championship Soccer Stadium

Thursday, July 16, 2020 | Phoenix Rising FC (ESPN2)

Saturday, July 25, 2020 | Phoenix Rising FC

Friday, August 7, 2020 | LA Galaxy II

Saturday, August 15, 2020 | Las Vegas Lights FC

Saturday, August 29, 2020 | San Diego Loyal SC

Saturday, September 5, 2020 | LA Galaxy II

Friday, September 18, 2020 | Las Vegas Lights FC

IRVINE, CA. – The USL Championship announced on Thursday the four groups made up of teams from the Western Conference that will battle for a place in the 2020 USL Championship Playoffs when the league returns to play on Saturday, July 11. Orange County SC will play in Group B against rivals; Phoenix Rising FC, San Diego Loyal SC, LA Galaxy II, and Las Vegas Lights FC. Group B is expected to be one of the most competitive and exciting groups to watch when play resumes.

As detailed in the earlier USL Championship announcement regarding the updated season structure, each team in Group A and Group C will play its fellow group members four times during the regular season. Meanwhile, each team in Group B and Group D will play its fellow group members three times. The remaining games will be played against teams that fall within a similar geographic region.

IRVINE, CA. – The USL Championship announced on Thursday the four groups made up of teams from the Western Conference that will battle for a place in the 2020 USL Championship Playoffs when the league returns to play on Saturday, July 11. Orange County SC will play in Group B against rivals; Phoenix Rising FC, San Diego Loyal SC, LA Galaxy II, and Las Vegas Lights FC. Group B is expected to be one of the most competitive and exciting groups to watch when play resumes.

As detailed in the earlier USL Championship announcement regarding the updated season structure, each team in Group A and Group C will play its fellow group members four times during the regular season. Meanwhile, each team in Group B and Group D will play its fellow group members three times. The remaining games will be played against teams that fall within a similar geographic region.

· Group A: Portland Timbers 2, Reno 1868 FC, Sacramento Republic FC, Tacoma Defiance

· Group B: LA Galaxy II, Las Vegas Lights FC, Orange County SC, Phoenix Rising FC, San Diego Loyal SC

· Group C: Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC, El Paso Locomotive FC, New Mexico United, Real Monarchs SLC

· Group D: Austin Bold FC, OKC Energy FC, Rio Grande Valley FC, San Antonio FC, FC Tulsa

Group Previews:

Group A Two sets of rivals feature in the opening group, with the Donner Pass Derby likely to be key to the seasons of both Reno 1868 FC and Sacramento Republic FC. The playoff regulars are joined by the Pacific Northwest duo of the Timbers 2, who themselves made the Championship Playoffs two years ago, and the Defiance, which will begin the season resumption having played one game more than its groupmates.

Group B With two games under its belt, San Diego Loyal SC will open the resumption of play on top. However, with three other teams that reached the postseason a year ago also included, this figures to be one of the tougher groups to emerge from.

Phoenix Rising FC and Orange County SC have been among the Championship’s elite over the past two years, while the Galaxy II posted an emphatic opening win to kick off their new campaign in March. Then there’s Las Vegas Lights FC, which will be aiming to fill its recent coaching vacancy and find a way to stay in the mix for a playoff berth.

Group C Top to bottom, this might be the most competitive group in the West. Not only do you have the defending USL Championship Final-winning Real Monarchs SLC, but also its opponent in last year’s Western Conference Final in El Paso Locomotive FC. Add in another postseason participant in New Mexico United, and a Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC side that looked rejuvenated in an opening-night win under Head Coach Alan Koch, and it’s clear that every point is going to matter.

Group D There might not be a group with more up for grabs than this, with Austin Bold FC the lone side to have reached the postseason a year ago. San Antonio FC and FC Tulsa both got out to good starts to the season back in March, but the level of rivalry between all five members of this group should not only make for some stellar action on the field but some serious banter on social media before, during and after each game. With OKC Energy FC and Rio Grande Valley FC looking to end their postseason droughts, the tension should bring a great level of pressure to all five squads.

· Group A: Portland Timbers 2, Reno 1868 FC, Sacramento Republic FC, Tacoma Defiance

· Group B: LA Galaxy II, Las Vegas Lights FC, Orange County SC, Phoenix Rising FC, San Diego Loyal SC

· Group C: Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC, El Paso Locomotive FC, New Mexico United, Real Monarchs SLC

· Group D: Austin Bold FC, OKC Energy FC, Rio Grande Valley FC, San Antonio FC, FC Tulsa

Group Previews:

Group A Two sets of rivals feature in the opening group, with the Donner Pass Derby likely to be key to the seasons of both Reno 1868 FC and Sacramento Republic FC. The playoff regulars are joined by the Pacific Northwest duo of the Timbers 2, who themselves made the Championship Playoffs two years ago, and the Defiance, which will begin the season resumption having played one game more than its groupmates.

Group B With two games under its belt, San Diego Loyal SC will open the resumption of play on top. However, with three other teams that reached the postseason a year ago also included, this figures to be one of the tougher groups to emerge from.

Phoenix Rising FC and Orange County SC have been among the Championship’s elite over the past two years, while the Galaxy II posted an emphatic opening win to kick off their new campaign in March. Then there’s Las Vegas Lights FC, which will be aiming to fill its recent coaching vacancy and find a way to stay in the mix for a playoff berth.

Group C Top to bottom, this might be the most competitive group in the West. Not only do you have the defending USL Championship Final-winning Real Monarchs SLC, but also its opponent in last year’s Western Conference Final in El Paso Locomotive FC. Add in another postseason participant in New Mexico United, and a Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC side that looked rejuvenated in an opening-night win under Head Coach Alan Koch, and it’s clear that every point is going to matter.

Group D There might not be a group with more up for grabs than this, with Austin Bold FC the lone side to have reached the postseason a year ago. San Antonio FC and FC Tulsa both got out to good starts to the season back in March, but the level of rivalry between all five members of this group should not only make for some stellar action on the field but some serious banter on social media before, during and after each game. With OKC Energy FC and Rio Grande Valley FC looking to end their postseason droughts, the tension should bring a great level of pressure to all five squads.

IRVINE, CA. – With today’s USL Championship announcement of the competition structure for the remainder of the 2020 season Orange County SC is excited to return to play under a modified format that will see clubs divided into eight groups to complete a 16-game regular season followed by a single-elimination playoff.

IRVINE, CA. – With today’s USL Championship announcement of the competition structure for the remainder of the 2020 season Orange County SC is excited to return to play under a modified format that will see clubs divided into eight groups to complete a 16-game regular season followed by a single-elimination playoff.

“We are excited about the recent developments and the new competition structure that will allow us to resume the 2020 USL season,” said Jeff Garner, OCSC President of Business Relations. “We are looking forward to getting back out on the field and continuing to provide the best soccer experience we can for our fans."

Under the 2020 format OCSC will play 15 remaining games from the schedule. OCSC will compete in Group B made up of five west coast teams. Group announcements will begin on Thursday June 25th, at 9AM/PT with the announcement of Group B dropping on the official USL social media channels at 9:30AM/PT.

A 2020 schedule is expected soon with July 11th as the earliest possible game date. When play resumes all OCSC games will be available on ESPN+ or Cox YurView.

The full competition structure is as follows:

Regular Season Structure

In order to limit travel, the regular season will see the Championship’s clubs divided into eight regionalized groups, and each team will complete a 16-game regular season. There will be five groups made up of four teams, and three groups made up of five teams to cover the 35 member clubs of the Championship.

The regular season games will be played over 13 weeks, concluding on the weekend of October 2-4. Games completed prior to the season suspension in March will be counted and included in the schedule, with teams that were active on the opening weekend of the season having 15 games remaining in their schedule.

Both San Diego Loyal SC and the Tacoma Defiance – who completed two games prior to the season suspension – will have 14 games remaining in their respective schedules. The three clubs that did not play prior to the season suspension – Birmingham Legion FC, Hartford Athletic and Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC – will play their full 16 games upon the resumption of play.

Balance of Schedule

Each team’s schedule will be made up of 12 games from within its own group, with the remaining four games to be played against teams that fall within a similar geographic region. Through this, each team placed in a four-team group will play its three fellow group members four times, while each team placed in a five-team group will play its four fellow group members three times.

Games played prior to the suspension of the season will count toward the allotment of 16 overall games, either as in-group contests or as one of the additional four contests that will complete the schedule.

Teams will be initially scheduled to play a balanced schedule of eight games home and away in the regular season. However, the Board of Governors has also approved the ability for clubs to play an unbalanced amount of home and away matches, if necessary. For example, if a club is experiencing difficulties with venue availability due to the impact of COVID-19 in their community.

“We are excited about the recent developments and the new competition structure that will allow us to resume the 2020 USL season,” said Jeff Garner, OCSC President of Business Relations. “We are looking forward to getting back out on the field and continuing to provide the best soccer experience we can for our fans.”

Under the 2020 format OCSC will play 15 remaining games from the schedule. OCSC will compete in Group B made up of five west coast teams. Group announcements will begin on Thursday June 25th, at 9AM/PT with the announcement of Group B dropping on the official USL social media channels at 9:30AM/PT.

A 2020 schedule is expected soon with July 11th as the earliest possible game date. When play resumes all OCSC games will be available on ESPN+ or Cox YurView.

The full competition structure is as follows:

Regular Season Structure

In order to limit travel, the regular season will see the Championship’s clubs divided into eight regionalized groups, and each team will complete a 16-game regular season. There will be five groups made up of four teams, and three groups made up of five teams to cover the 35 member clubs of the Championship.

The regular season games will be played over 13 weeks, concluding on the weekend of October 2-4. Games completed prior to the season suspension in March will be counted and included in the schedule, with teams that were active on the opening weekend of the season having 15 games remaining in their schedule.

Both San Diego Loyal SC and the Tacoma Defiance – who completed two games prior to the season suspension – will have 14 games remaining in their respective schedules. The three clubs that did not play prior to the season suspension – Birmingham Legion FC, Hartford Athletic and Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC – will play their full 16 games upon the resumption of play.

Balance of Schedule

Each team’s schedule will be made up of 12 games from within its own group, with the remaining four games to be played against teams that fall within a similar geographic region. Through this, each team placed in a four-team group will play its three fellow group members four times, while each team placed in a five-team group will play its four fellow group members three times.

Games played prior to the suspension of the season will count toward the allotment of 16 overall games, either as in-group contests or as one of the additional four contests that will complete the schedule.

Teams will be initially scheduled to play a balanced schedule of eight games home and away in the regular season. However, the Board of Governors has also approved the ability for clubs to play an unbalanced amount of home and away matches, if necessary. For example, if a club is experiencing difficulties with venue availability due to the impact of COVID-19 in their community.

Five Substitution Rule

As was previously announced, the Championship will allow five substitutes to be used for the remainder of the 2020 season, with each team having three opportunities to make its substitutions during regular play. Substitutions may also be made at halftime without counting against a club’s three in-game opportunities.

2020 USL Championship Playoffs Structure

The top two teams from each group in the regular season will advance to the 2020 USL Championship Playoffs, producing a field of 16 teams overall in a regionalized single-elimination bracket. Group winners will be paired with Group runners-up in the Round of 16, with home advantage being determined by record for the remainder of the bracket.

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ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB

Orange County Soccer Club is Orange County’s only professional soccer team that is part of the United Soccer League (USL), the fastest-growing Division II professional soccer league in the world. The USL is comprised of 35 teams across the United States. The team plays its home games at the Orange County Great Park’s Championship Soccer Stadium, located in Irvine, CA. Nestled in the heart of the Great Park, Championship Soccer Stadium has a capacity of over 5,000 for Orange County SC matches. Orange County SC was one of 12 founding members of the USL during its inaugural 2011 season. The preceding club, Orange County Blues, won the 2015 Western Conference Regular Season Championship and reached the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the USL Playoffs in back-to-back seasons. Team owner and Chief Investment Officer of LARO Properties, James Keston, purchased and re-branded the team in 2017. Keston, who actively oversees all operations of the team, is dedicated to providing a pathway to professional soccer and a world-class soccer organization that focuses on the fans, players and youth clubs of Orange County.

In December 2019, Orange County SC entered into a strategic partnership with Rangers FC from the Scottish Premier League.

For more information about Orange County Soccer Club, and to experience professional soccer in the OC, visit: https://www.orangecountysoccer.com.

For more information about the United Soccer League, visit: http://www.uslsoccer.com.

Media Contact:

Chad Romiti

Communications Director for OCSC

chad@https://www.orangecountysoccer.com

(949) 293-7781

Five Substitution Rule

As was previously announced, the Championship will allow five substitutes to be used for the remainder of the 2020 season, with each team having three opportunities to make its substitutions during regular play. Substitutions may also be made at halftime without counting against a club’s three in-game opportunities.

2020 USL Championship Playoffs Structure

The top two teams from each group in the regular season will advance to the 2020 USL Championship Playoffs, producing a field of 16 teams overall in a regionalized single-elimination bracket. Group winners will be paired with Group runners-up in the Round of 16, with home advantage being determined by record for the remainder of the bracket.

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ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB

Orange County Soccer Club is Orange County’s only professional soccer team that is part of the United Soccer League (USL), the fastest-growing Division II professional soccer league in the world. The USL is comprised of 35 teams across the United States. The team plays its home games at the Orange County Great Park’s Championship Soccer Stadium, located in Irvine, CA. Nestled in the heart of the Great Park, Championship Soccer Stadium has a capacity of over 5,000 for Orange County SC matches. Orange County SC was one of 12 founding members of the USL during its inaugural 2011 season. The preceding club, Orange County Blues, won the 2015 Western Conference Regular Season Championship and reached the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the USL Playoffs in back-to-back seasons. Team owner and Chief Investment Officer of LARO Properties, James Keston, purchased and re-branded the team in 2017. Keston, who actively oversees all operations of the team, is dedicated to providing a pathway to professional soccer and a world-class soccer organization that focuses on the fans, players and youth clubs of Orange County.

In December 2019, Orange County SC entered into a strategic partnership with Rangers FC from the Scottish Premier League.

For more information about Orange County Soccer Club, and to experience professional soccer in the OC, visit: https://www.orangecountysoccer.com.

For more information about the United Soccer League, visit: http://www.uslsoccer.com.

Media Contact:

Chad Romiti

Communications Director for OCSC

chad@https://www.orangecountysoccer.com

(949) 293-7781

IRVINE, Calif. (June 18, 2020) – Orange County SC is delighted to announce the signing of current U.S. U17 International, Kobi Henry. The 16-year-old, central defender joins the club from Inter Miami CF Academy.

“We are thrilled to add Kobi, a very talented and one of the best young players in his position in the US to our roster,” said OCSC President of Soccer Operations, Oliver Wyss. “Kobi has shown great maturity on and off the field and we are convinced that he has a great professional career in front of him. Adding another US Youth International to our club shows that we continue to strive to be at the forefront of player development in the US.”

IRVINE, Calif. (June 18, 2020) – Orange County SC is delighted to announce the signing of current U.S. U17 International, Kobi Henry. The 16-year-old, central defender joins the club from Inter Miami CF Academy.

“We are thrilled to add Kobi, a very talented and one of the best young players in his position in the US to our roster,” said OCSC President of Soccer Operations, Oliver Wyss. “Kobi has shown great maturity on and off the field and we are convinced that he has a great professional career in front of him. Adding another US Youth International to our club shows that we continue to strive to be at the forefront of player development in the US.”

The Florida native made 16 appearances in the Development Academy this past season for Inter Miami CF Academy, where his performances saw him receive Youth National Team recognition.

“Kobi is a very exciting and talented signing for our club,” said OCSC Head Coach, Braeden Cloutier. “My staff and I are looking forward to leading him through his development at Orange County.”

Henry was selected to compete in the UEFA Development Tournament for the U.S. U17’s held at St George’s Park, England in February of this year. Henry started in two of the three matches, against England and Denmark.

“Signing my first professional contract is a dream come true and I am excited to live what I’ve been working towards for so many years,” said Kobi Henry. “I am thrilled to meet my teammates and get to work on and off the field and continue to develop in a professional environment with the help of the amazing staff at Orange County.

“Orange County was extremely hospitable to me and my family. The entire staff ensured that we felt welcome ed to their club. I was impressed by the work ethic and passion that was displayed during my visit and I felt at home in Orange County.”

Henry becomes the 8th current Youth National Team player on the Orange County SC roster. Joining the likes of Francis Jacobs (U.S. U15’s) and Blake Malone (U.S. U20’s).

Per club policy, terms of player contracts with Orange County SC will not be released.

Kobi Joseph Henry

Pronunciation: Hen-ree

Position: Defender

Height: 6’2”

Weight: 165 lb

Born: April 26, 2004

Birthplace: Lakewood, FL

Instagram: @KOBIHENRYY

Twitter: @KobiHenry3

The Florida native made 16 appearances in the Development Academy this past season for Inter Miami CF Academy, where his performances saw him receive Youth National Team recognition.

“Kobi is a very exciting and talented signing for our club,” said OCSC Head Coach, Braeden Cloutier. “My staff and I are looking forward to leading him through his development at Orange County.”

Henry was selected to compete in the UEFA Development Tournament for the U.S. U17’s held at St George’s Park, England in February of this year. Henry started in two of the three matches, against England and Denmark.

“Signing my first professional contract is a dream come true and I am excited to live what I’ve been working towards for so many years,” said Kobi Henry. “I am thrilled to meet my teammates and get to work on and off the field and continue to develop in a professional environment with the help of the amazing staff at Orange County.

“Orange County was extremely hospitable to me and my family. The entire staff ensured that we felt welcome ed to their club. I was impressed by the work ethic and passion that was displayed during my visit and I felt at home in Orange County.”

Henry becomes the 8th current Youth National Team player on the Orange County SC roster. Joining the likes of Francis Jacobs (U.S. U15’s) and Blake Malone (U.S. U20’s).

Per club policy, terms of player contracts with Orange County SC will not be released.

Kobi Joseph Henry

Pronunciation: Hen-ree

Position: Defender

Height: 6’2”

Weight: 165 lb

Born: April 26, 2004

Birthplace: Lakewood, FL

Instagram: @KOBIHENRYY

Twitter: @KobiHenry3

ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB

Orange County Soccer Club is Orange County’s only professional soccer team that is part of the United Soccer League (USL), the fastest-growing Division II professional soccer league in the world. The USL is comprised of 36 teams across the United States. The team plays its home games at the Orange County Great Park’s Championship Soccer Stadium, located in Irvine, CA. Nestled in the heart of the Great Park, Championship Soccer Stadium has a capacity of over 5,000 for Orange County SC matches. Orange County SC was one of 12 founding members of the USL during its inaugural 2011 season. The preceding club, Orange County Blues, won the 2015 Western Conference Regular Season Championship and reached the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the USL Playoffs in back-to-back seasons. Team owner and Chief Investment Officer of LARO Properties, James Keston, purchased and re-branded the team in 2017. Keston, who actively oversees all operations of the team, is dedicated to providing a pathway to professional soccer and a world-class soccer organization that focuses on the fans, players, and youth clubs of Orange County.

In December 2019, Orange County SC entered into a strategic partnership with Rangers FC from the Scottish Premier League.

For more information about Orange County Soccer Club, and to experience professional soccer in the OC, visit:

https://www.orangecountysoccer.com.

For more information about the United Soccer League, visit: http://www.uslsoccer.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Chad Romiti: PR Manager

Orange County Soccer Club

Phone: 949-647-GOAL

Email: chad@https://www.orangecountysoccer.com

ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB

Orange County Soccer Club is Orange County’s only professional soccer team that is part of the United Soccer League (USL), the fastest-growing Division II professional soccer league in the world. The USL is comprised of 36 teams across the United States. The team plays its home games at the Orange County Great Park’s Championship Soccer Stadium, located in Irvine, CA. Nestled in the heart of the Great Park, Championship Soccer Stadium has a capacity of over 5,000 for Orange County SC matches. Orange County SC was one of 12 founding members of the USL during its inaugural 2011 season. The preceding club, Orange County Blues, won the 2015 Western Conference Regular Season Championship and reached the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the USL Playoffs in back-to-back seasons. Team owner and Chief Investment Officer of LARO Properties, James Keston, purchased and re-branded the team in 2017. Keston, who actively oversees all operations of the team, is dedicated to providing a pathway to professional soccer and a world-class soccer organization that focuses on the fans, players, and youth clubs of Orange County.

In December 2019, Orange County SC entered into a strategic partnership with Rangers FC from the Scottish Premier League.

For more information about Orange County Soccer Club, and to experience professional soccer in the OC, visit:

https://www.orangecountysoccer.com.

For more information about the United Soccer League, visit: http://www.uslsoccer.com.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Chad Romiti: PR Manager

Orange County Soccer Club

Phone: 949-647-GOAL

Email: chad@https://www.orangecountysoccer.com

IRVINE, Calif. (June 10, 2020) —Orange County Soccer Club (OCSC), today announced a partnership with, UHSM (Unite Health Share Ministries) – a faith-based health care nonprofit, to launch its latest initiative, the OCSC Community Corner. The OCSC Community Corner, supported by UHSM Health Share, is a season-long outreach program that provides nonprofit organizations tickets to every OCSC regular-season home game to share with the children and families they serve.

IRVINE, Calif. (June 10, 2020) —Orange County Soccer Club (OCSC), today announced a partnership with, UHSM (Unite Health Share Ministries) – a faith-based health care nonprofit, to launch its latest initiative, the OCSC Community Corner. The OCSC Community Corner, supported by UHSM Health Share, is a season-long outreach program that provides nonprofit organizations tickets to every OCSC regular-season home game to share with the children and families they serve.

“We’re looking forward to bringing families together at OCSC games through this new program. As an Orange County native, I am delighted to help other local nonprofit establishments give back to our incredible community,” said Christopher Jin, president of UHSM. “At UHSM, our mission is to unite a community of believers to help promote healthy lifestyles and overall wellbeing, and our partnership with OCSC reflects that commitment to a new kind of health care.”
    
The program is supported through the OCSC Community Foundation, the official charitable arm of the Orange County Soccer Club, and UHSM, a nonprofit health sharing program that is transforming the experience and relationship its members have with health care.

“Our Community Foundation uses soccer as a vehicle to promote health and wellness, support and empower our youth, foster an inclusive environment, and unify our local community. UHSM is the perfect partner to help us accomplish those goals through its support of the Community Corner,” said Jeff Garner, President of Business Relations at OCSC. “The OCSC Community Corner is something many families can look forward to in the near future.”

UHSM has committed to awarding more than 100 tickets to each OCSC home game over the next three years, or more than 5,000 total, so that fans can experience the healthy family fun each and every Orange County Soccer Club game offers. All 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in the Orange County, CA area are encouraged to apply for tickets to the OCSC Community Corner through this new program by visiting https://www.uhsm.com/community. 

“We’re looking forward to bringing families together at OCSC games through this new program. As an Orange County native, I am delighted to help other local nonprofit establishments give back to our incredible community,” said Christopher Jin, president of UHSM. “At UHSM, our mission is to unite a community of believers to help promote healthy lifestyles and overall wellbeing, and our partnership with OCSC reflects that commitment to a new kind of health care.”
    
The program is supported through the OCSC Community Foundation, the official charitable arm of the Orange County Soccer Club, and UHSM, a nonprofit health sharing program that is transforming the experience and relationship its members have with health care.

“Our Community Foundation uses soccer as a vehicle to promote health and wellness, support and empower our youth, foster an inclusive environment, and unify our local community. UHSM is the perfect partner to help us accomplish those goals through its support of the Community Corner,” said Jeff Garner, President of Business Relations at OCSC. “The OCSC Community Corner is something many families can look forward to in the near future.”

UHSM has committed to awarding more than 100 tickets to each OCSC home game over the next three years, or more than 5,000 total, so that fans can experience the healthy family fun each and every Orange County Soccer Club game offers. All 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in the Orange County, CA area are encouraged to apply for tickets to the OCSC Community Corner through this new program by visiting https://www.uhsm.com/community. 

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ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB

Orange County Soccer Club is Orange County’s only professional soccer team that is part of the United Soccer League (USL), the fastest-growing Division II professional soccer league in the world.  The USL is comprised of 35 teams across the United States.  The team plays its home games at the Orange County Great Park’s Championship Soccer Stadium, located in Irvine, CA.  Nestled in the heart of the Great Park, Championship Soccer Stadium has a capacity of over 5,000 for Orange County SC matches. Orange County SC was one of 12 founding members of the USL during its inaugural 2011 season. The preceding club, Orange County Blues, won the 2015 Western Conference Regular Season Championship and reached the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the USL Playoffs in back-to-back seasons.  Team owner and Chief Investment Officer of LARO Properties, James Keston, purchased and re-branded the team in 2017.  Keston, who actively oversees all operations of the team, is dedicated to providing a pathway to professional soccer and a world-class soccer organization that focuses on the fans, players and youth clubs of Orange County. 
 
In December 2019, Orange County SC entered into a strategic partnership with Rangers FC from the Scottish Premier League.
 
For more information about Orange County Soccer Club, and to experience professional soccer in the OC, visit: https://www.orangecountysoccer.com.  

For more information about the United Soccer League, visit: http://www.uslsoccer.com.

ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB

Orange County Soccer Club is Orange County’s only professional soccer team that is part of the United Soccer League (USL), the fastest-growing Division II professional soccer league in the world.  The USL is comprised of 35 teams across the United States.  The team plays its home games at the Orange County Great Park’s Championship Soccer Stadium, located in Irvine, CA.  Nestled in the heart of the Great Park, Championship Soccer Stadium has a capacity of over 5,000 for Orange County SC matches. Orange County SC was one of 12 founding members of the USL during its inaugural 2011 season. The preceding club, Orange County Blues, won the 2015 Western Conference Regular Season Championship and reached the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the USL Playoffs in back-to-back seasons.  Team owner and Chief Investment Officer of LARO Properties, James Keston, purchased and re-branded the team in 2017.  Keston, who actively oversees all operations of the team, is dedicated to providing a pathway to professional soccer and a world-class soccer organization that focuses on the fans, players and youth clubs of Orange County. 
 
In December 2019, Orange County SC entered into a strategic partnership with Rangers FC from the Scottish Premier League.
 
For more information about Orange County Soccer Club, and to experience professional soccer in the OC, visit: https://www.orangecountysoccer.com.  

For more information about the United Soccer League, visit: http://www.uslsoccer.com.

ABOUT UHSM

UHSM (Unite Health Share Ministries) is a nonprofit, faith-based health sharing ministry that facilitates member-to-member health sharing among fellow Christians, serving as a connector to administer medical cost sharing. Christian healthcare is chosen by millions each year over traditional insurance plans, and UHSM stands alone as the only health share that offers members access to true prescription coverage through the CVS Caremark network. UHSM members also have access to nearly one million doctors, hospitals and specialists through the First Health PPO Network, a wholly owned subsidiary of Aetna Inc. Headquartered in Norfolk, VA, UHSM offers simple, fair, and friendly healthcare programs to its members. The UHSM mission is to help Christian families fulfill their God-given purpose to care for one another, foster holistic wellbeing, and positively impact our communities.   

Media Contacts:

Chad Romiti
Communications Director for OCSC
chad@https://www.orangecountysoccer.com
(949) 293-7781

Anne Milo Shanahan/Valerie Christopherson
Global Results Communications for UHSM
uhsm@globalresultspr.com
(949) 608-0276

ABOUT UHSM

UHSM (Unite Health Share Ministries) is a nonprofit, faith-based health sharing ministry that facilitates member-to-member health sharing among fellow Christians, serving as a connector to administer medical cost sharing. Christian healthcare is chosen by millions each year over traditional insurance plans, and UHSM stands alone as the only health share that offers members access to true prescription coverage through the CVS Caremark network. UHSM members also have access to nearly one million doctors, hospitals and specialists through the First Health PPO Network, a wholly owned subsidiary of Aetna Inc. Headquartered in Norfolk, VA, UHSM offers simple, fair, and friendly healthcare programs to its members. The UHSM mission is to help Christian families fulfill their God-given purpose to care for one another, foster holistic wellbeing, and positively impact our communities.   

Media Contacts:

Chad Romiti
Communications Director for OCSC
chad@https://www.orangecountysoccer.com
(949) 293-7781

Anne Milo Shanahan/Valerie Christopherson
Global Results Communications for UHSM
uhsm@globalresultspr.com
(949) 608-0276

IRVINE, Calif. (June 9, 2020) — In an effort to greater serve the OC Hispanic community, Orange County SC announced today, the formation of the club's Hispanic Advisory Board. The board will be led by OCSC Front Office Staff and Fidel Gomez, Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations at the University of La Verne, and will work to better reach and serve the Hispanic community of Orange County and the surrounding areas. 

"We are proud and excited to bring so many great community leaders together to help make professional soccer accessible to our Hispanic community in Orange County", said Orange County SC President of Business Operations, Jeff Garner. "The impact of soccer in our Hispanic communities is well known and will provide excellent opportunities to bring awareness and support of critical needs for these communities." 

IRVINE, Calif. (June 9, 2020) — In an effort to greater serve the OC Hispanic community, Orange County SC announced today, the formation of the club’s Hispanic Advisory Board. The board will be led by OCSC Front Office Staff and Fidel Gomez, Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations at the University of La Verne, and will work to better reach and serve the Hispanic community of Orange County and the surrounding areas. 

“We are proud and excited to bring so many great community leaders together to help make professional soccer accessible to our Hispanic community in Orange County”, said Orange County SC President of Business Operations, Jeff Garner. “The impact of soccer in our Hispanic communities is well known and will provide excellent opportunities to bring awareness and support of critical needs for these communities.” 

The Mission Statement for the Advisory Board is as follows: 

As a professional sports organization, Orange County SC embraces our responsibility to unite our local communities and make an impact. Therefore, the OCSC Hispanic Advisory Board will serve as a liaison between the greater Hispanic community and the club to fulfill this responsibility. Through our partnership, OCSC will become a resource for non-profits, schools, youth organizations, and families in our local Hispanic community. 

Joining Mr. Gomez and OCSC on the Hispanic Advisory Board are community leaders from throughout Orange County. The current board is comprised of members from organizations including the Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the MIND Research Institute, Northgate Gonzales Markets, Wells Fargo, Tu Liga Radio 1330, the Hispanic 100, Para Todos Magazine, and City of Costa Mesa Council Member Arlis Reynolds. 

The Mission Statement for the Advisory Board is as follows: 

As a professional sports organization, Orange County SC embraces our responsibility to unite our local communities and make an impact. Therefore, the OCSC Hispanic Advisory Board will serve as a liaison between the greater Hispanic community and the club to fulfill this responsibility. Through our partnership, OCSC will become a resource for non-profits, schools, youth organizations, and families in our local Hispanic community. 

Joining Mr. Gomez and OCSC on the Hispanic Advisory Board are community leaders from throughout Orange County. The current board is comprised of members from organizations including the Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the MIND Research Institute, Northgate Gonzales Markets, Wells Fargo, Tu Liga Radio 1330, the Hispanic 100, Para Todos Magazine, and City of Costa Mesa Council Member Arlis Reynolds. 

“It is an exciting time for the sport of soccer in the US, and particularly for Southern California”, said Fidel Gomez, Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations at the University of La Verne. “As the world’s most popular sport, soccer has become a uniting factor and a common denominator for diverse backgrounds, languages, cultures and individuals around the world. What a tremendous honor it is to have the opportunity to be part of the Orange County Soccer Club, an organization that strives to become one with the community it serves. I am very humbled to work alongside selfless civic leaders that are passionate about serving our communities from local to national levels. I am excited for the future of the sport and the positive impact it will create in our communities across our beloved Orange County.” 

For more information on the OCSC Hispanic Advisory Board and a complete listing of members and their individual profiles visit https://www.orangecountysoccer.com/hab. 

All other questions and for opportunities to get involved, please contact Matthew Fonseca, matthew@https://www.orangecountysoccer.com 

“It is an exciting time for the sport of soccer in the US, and particularly for Southern California”, said Fidel Gomez, Director, Corporate & Foundation Relations at the University of La Verne. “As the world’s most popular sport, soccer has become a uniting factor and a common denominator for diverse backgrounds, languages, cultures and individuals around the world. What a tremendous honor it is to have the opportunity to be part of the Orange County Soccer Club, an organization that strives to become one with the community it serves. I am very humbled to work alongside selfless civic leaders that are passionate about serving our communities from local to national levels. I am excited for the future of the sport and the positive impact it will create in our communities across our beloved Orange County.” 

For more information on the OCSC Hispanic Advisory Board and a complete listing of members and their individual profiles visit https://www.orangecountysoccer.com/hab. 

All other questions and for opportunities to get involved, please contact Matthew Fonseca, matthew@https://www.orangecountysoccer.com