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LIGHTS FC TO HOST HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST AT HALFTIME OF SATURDAY NIGHT’S MATCH PRESENTED BY FINDLAY VOLKSWAGEN.

Fans Encouraged to Attend Match in Halloween Costumes & to Come Down Onto Field at Halftime. 

October 25, 2021 (Las Vegas, NV) – Las Vegas Lights FC’s final home match of the season is set-up to be one of the most fun with it taking place on Halloween Eve. 

All fans in attendance are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes to Cashman Field for the Lights FC match — and then to come down onto the field at halftime for an official costume contest featuring a range of gifts & prizes.

“Lights FC soccer & Halloween makes for a great weekend for fans of all ages,” said Lights FC Owner & C.E.O. Brett Lashbrook.

Tickets for Saturday’s home finale match are available for purchase at LightsFC.com/Tickets.

About Las Vegas Lights FC:
Established in 2017, Lights FC brought professional soccer to the Entertainment Capital of the World. A member of the United Soccer League Championship, Lights FC averages close to 8,000 fans per match playing in downtown Las Vegas at historic Cashman Field. Named by Sports Illustrated as the “Most Interesting Team in the World,” the Club is known for its unique match day experience and was recently voted “Best Sports Value” in Las Vegas. Additional information can be found at LightsFC.com.

Contact:
All media inquiries should be directed to: Communications@www.lasvegaslightsfc.com

LIGHTS FC TO HOST “PINK MATCH” THIS SATURDAY AFTERNOON.

Players to Wear Specially Designed Pink Jerseys Presented by Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada & Desert Radiology;

Special On-Field Recognition at Halftime for All Cancer Survivors, Patients & Caregivers.

October 13, 2021 (Las Vegas, NV) — Using its platform as a professional sports team locally to help raise awareness for important causes around the valley, Lights FC, Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada & Desert Radiology are teaming up this Saturday afternoon for a special “#KickCancer” themed match.

Special activities planned, include…:

• Players wearing specially designed pink jerseys during match.

• Special on-field halftime ceremony honoring cancer patients, survivors and caregivers.

• Cashman Field’s soccer pitch will feature pink colored lines & soccer nets (instead of traditional white lines).

• Pink “rally towels” handed out to fans upon entry courtesy of Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada.
   

“This is an important cause — and one that we are proud to help raise local awareness,” said Lights FC Owner & C.E.O. Brett Lashbrook.  “Our annual ‘Pink Game’ has quickly become an October tradition for us at Cashman Field.”

Saturday afternoon’s match also features…:

Salute to Service & Hospitality Workers Presented by De Castroverde Law:

Las Vegas is the greatest city to visit, live, work and play – and it’s due to our amazing hospitality & service workers.  And to thank them, De Castroverde Law Group has partnered with Lights FC to show its appreciation to all these local workers (and their families).  Every type of hospitality & service workers are eligible to receive the free — e.g., casinos, restaurants, transportation, etc.  And each of their family members (who we know often are home on weekend nights while their loved ones work across the City).

Visit LightsFC.com/DeCastroverde and submit your request for free General Admission ticket(s) to any home match in October.  The first 1,000 submissions will be granted. For clarity, all immediate family members of hospitality & service workers are also eligible to participate.

1st Annual Lights FC Cornhole Tournament:

In cooperation with the Las Vegas Cornhole organization, Lights FC is hosting a first of its kind cornhole tournament during Saturday afternoon’s home match.  The competition will feature teams of two (2) people each in tournament style format.  All matches will occur along the sidelines of the grass field at Cashman Field.  The tournament will begin during pre-game warm-ups of the Lights FC match and will continue throughout the Lights FC match.

Entry is $80 per team ($40 person) and includes a free Lights FC match ticket.  Cash prizes will be awarded from 50% of the registration fees to the first, second and third place winners.  Specifically, 1st place will be awarded 50% of the prize pool, 2nd place will be awarded 30% of the prize pool, and 3rd place will be awarded 20% of the prize pool.

Registration & exact rules can be found at LightsFC.com/Cornhole.

Following Saturday afternoon’s match, Lights FC will play its final regular home match on Saturday, October 30th at 7pm versus the Tampa Bay Rowdies.  Tickets for both remaining 2021 season home matches are available for purchase at LightsFC.com/Tickets.

About Las Vegas Lights FC:
Established in 2017, Lights FC brought professional soccer to the Entertainment Capital of the World.  A member of the United Soccer League Championship, the second division professional league in the United States, Lights FC averages close to 8,000 fans per match playing in downtown Las Vegas at historic Cashman Field.  Named by Sports Illustrated as the “Most Interesting Team in the World,” the Club is known for its unique match day experience and was recently voted “Best Sports Value” in Las Vegas.  Additional information can be found at LightsFC.com. 

CONTACT:
All Media Inquiries should be direct to:  Communications@www.lasvegaslightsfc.com

24-HOUR FLASH SALE!:

$5.91 Tickets to Raise Awareness For The 591 Nevadans Currently Waiting For Their Second Chance Through Organ Donation;

Purchase at LightsFC.com/591.

October 7, 2021 (Las Vegas, NV) — Using its platform as a professional sports team locally to help raise awareness for important causes around the valley, Lights FC & Nevada Donor Network are teaming up this week to raise awareness for the 591 Nevadans currently waiting for a second chance through organ donation.  

For the next 24 hours, fans can purchase General Admission tickets to Friday’s match for only $5.91 (regularly $15 each).  This flash sale expires at midnight tonight.

Fans may purchase today only at LightsFC.com/591.

In addition, at tomorrow’s home match (7pm kick-off vs. Los Angeles at Cashman Field), Lights FC players will wear specially designed commemorative jerseys featuring various human organs that may be donated upon a person’s death to provide life to others in need.

The need for local residents to register as organ donors is at critical levels, especially within the local Hispanic community where organ donors often require additional demographic matches to ensure the success of the transplant.

All fans are encouraged to go to NVDonor.org to register today to become a hero!

In addition, as a thank you to all local health care workers, Nevada Donor Network & Lights FC is donating 1,000 match tickets to local healthcare workers & their families as a thank you for all they do keeping local residents healthy.  Local healthcare professionals can redeem their tickets at LightsFC.com/NDN.

“This is an important cause — and one that we are proud to help raise local awareness,” said Lights FC Owner & C.E.O. Brett Lashbrook.  “We sincerely hope that this initiative starts important conversations within families and causes fans to learn more about the 591 fellow Nevadans that are currently waiting for a second chance through organ donation.”

About Las Vegas Lights FC:
Established in 2017, Lights FC brought professional soccer to the Entertainment Capital of the World.  A member of the United Soccer League Championship, the second division professional league in the United States, Lights FC averages close to 8,000 fans per match playing in downtown Las Vegas at historic Cashman Field.  Named by Sports Illustrated as the “Most Interesting Team in the World,” the Club is known for its unique match day experience and was recently voted “Best Sports Value” in Las Vegas.  Additional information can be found at LightsFC.com. 

CONTACT:
All Media Inquiries should be direct to:  Communications@www.lasvegaslightsfc.com

MATTRESS FIRM & LIGHTS FC ANNOUNCE NEW “BEST SLEEP IN THE HOUSE” SPECIAL FIELD SIDE SEATS

The Most Unique Seats in Sports Debut This Friday at Lights FC Match;

Mattress Firm Mattresses to Line Sidelines Providing Fans With Super Up-Close Seats.

October 6, 2021 (Las Vegas, NV) — From the team that Sports Illustrated called the “Most Interesting Team in Sports,” Lights FC has teamed up with Mattress Firm to once again raise the bar for best seats in professional sports!

Starting at this Friday’s home match (7pm vs. Los Angeles), Mattress Firm will be providing six mattresses (+ box springs, etc.) to be located along the midfield touchline for select fans to experience the match up close and personal — you simply can’t get any closer to the action!

The “Best Sleep in the House” sideline mattress seats are available for $50 per mattress (+ purchase of match tickets).  Season Ticket Members may purchase for 50% off.  Fans interested should purchase at LightsFC.com/Mattress.

This promotion will run throughout for all upcoming Fall & Spring matches.  And the “Pitch Side Pools presented by Cowabunga Bay” will still be available for all future summer matches.  In addition, “Toyota Row” remains active for the remainder of the season allowing any fans driving a Toyota to drive their vehicle onto the pitch to park it behind the team benches & watch the match.

“We’re thrilled to continually find new & unique opportunities to fully utilize all areas of Cashman Field,” said Lights FC Owner & C.E.O. Brett Lashbrook.  “We are very excited to be working together with Mattress Firm to create the new ‘Best Sleep in the House’ seats!”

Individual tickets for all upcoming matches can be purchased here:  LightsFC.com/Tickets

About Las Vegas Lights FC:
Established in 2017, Lights FC brought professional soccer to the Entertainment Capital of the World.  A member of the United Soccer League Championship, the second division professional league in the United States, Lights FC averages close to 8,000 fans per match playing in downtown Las Vegas at historic Cashman Field.  Named by Sports Illustrated as the “Most Interesting Team in the World,” the Club is known for its unique match day experience and was recently voted “Best Sports Value” in Las Vegas.  Additional information can be found at LightsFC.com.

Las Vegas Lights FC to Host “Donate Life Night” in Partnership with Nevada Donor Network to Raise Awareness for Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation

1,000 Local Healthcare Workers to Receive Free Tickets to Friday’s Match

October 6, 2021 (Las Vegas) — Using its platform as a professional sports team locally to help raise awareness for important causes around the valley, Lights FC is teaming up with Nevada Donor Network this week to raise awareness for the 591 Nevadans currently waiting for a second chance through organ donation.  

At Friday’s home match (7 p.m. kick-off vs. Los Angeles at Cashman Field), Lights FC players will wear specially designed commemorative jerseys featuring various human organs that may be donated when a heroic donor passes away to provide life to others in need.

The need for local residents to register as organ donors is important, especially within multicultural communities where diverse matches are needed to ensure success in transplantations.

Fans are encouraged to register to become a donor hero at RegisterMe.org or at Cashman Field during the event.

Additionally,  Nevada Donor Network and Lights FC are donating 1,000 match tickets to local healthcare workers and their families as a thank you for all they do keeping local residents healthy.  Local healthcare professionals can redeem their tickets at LightsFC.com/NDN.

“This is an important cause– and one that we are proud to help raise local awareness for,” said Lights FC Owner and CEO Brett Lashbrook.  “We sincerely hope that this initiative starts important conversations within families and causes fans to learn more about the 591 fellow Nevadans that are currently waiting for a second chance through organ donation.”

Individual tickets can be purchased here:  LightsFC.com/Tickets.

About Las Vegas Lights FC:
Established in 2017, Lights FC brought professional soccer to the Entertainment Capital of the World.  A member of the United Soccer League Championship, the second division professional league in the United States, Lights FC averages close to 8,000 fans per match playing in downtown Las Vegas at historic Cashman Field.  Named by Sports Illustrated as the “Most Interesting Team in the World,” the Club is known for its unique match day experience and was recently voted “Best Sports Value” in Las Vegas.  Additional information can be found at LightsFC.com. 

About Nevada Donor Network:
Nevada Donor Network is a federally designated 501©(3) not-for-profit organ procurement organization (OPO) committed to maximizing the gift of life and health through organ, eye and tissue donation. Established in 1987, Nevada Donor Network is one of only 57 OPOs in the U.S. serving more than 3 million people in the state of Nevada and over 100,000 potential transplant recipients across the country. We work collaboratively with hospital staff and community partners to promote research and provide a strong support network to courageous donor families who’ve turned loss into hope. At Nevada Donor Network, we encourage Nevadans to help individuals in need of life-saving transplants through education, research and action. Nevada Donor Network is a member of Donate Life Nevada, an affiliate of Donate Life America, whose state-wide efforts encourage Nevadans to register as organ, eye and tissue donors. For more information, please visit www.nvdonor.org/register-to-be-a-hero

“SALUTE TO HOSPITALITY & SERVICE WORKERS”:  DECASTROVERDE LAW GROUP & LIGHTS FC TEAM UP TO THANK WORKERS (& THEIR FAMILIES) WITH FREE TICKETS THROUGHOUT OCTOBER

1,000 Tickets Each October Home Match To Be Provided To Hospitality & Service Workers Submitting Request via LightsFC.com/DeCastroverde;

October Home Matches:  8th, 16th & 30th.

October 4, 2021 (Las Vegas, NV) – Las Vegas is the greatest city to visit, live, work AND play – and it’s due to our amazing hospitality & service workers.  And to thank them, De Castroverde Law Group has partnered with Las Vegas Lights FC to show its appreciation to all these local workers (and their families).

Every type of hospitality & service workers are eligible to receive the free — e.g., casinos, restaurants, transportation, etc.  And each of their family members (who we know often are home on weekend nights while their loved ones work across the City).

“We just want to say ‘thank you’ to everyone that makes our City’s hospitality scene so great,” said Alex De Castroverde.  “In June we thanked all current frontline workers with tickets and now we want to do something special specifically for those hospitality & service workers.  These individuals deserve to enjoy a soccer match with their families and we are happy to provide it.”

The process is very simple, as follows…:

Hospitality & Service Workers:  Go to LightsFC.com/DeCastroverde and submit your request for free General Admission ticket(s) to any home match in October.  The first 1,000 submissions will be granted. For clarity, all immediate family members of hospitality & service workers are also eligible to participate.

“De Castroverde Law Group represents so many of the great things of living here as they repeatedly are giving back,” said Brett Lashbrook, Owner & C.E.O. of Las Vegas Lights FC.  “We are thrilled to work with them to bring some ‘Viva Lights!’ fun to local hospitality & service workers!” 

Lights FC’s home season finishes in October with three home games, as follows…:

• Friday, October 8th (7pm kick-off) vs. Los Angeles

• Saturday, October 16th (2pm kick-off) vs. Phoenix

• Saturday, October 30th (7pm kick-off) vs. Tampa Bay

Tickets are available for purchase at LightsFC.com/Tickets.

About Las Vegas Lights FC:
Established in 2017, Lights FC brought professional soccer to the Entertainment Capital of the World.  A member of the United Soccer League Championship, the second division professional league in the United States, Lights FC averages close to 8,000 fans per match playing in downtown Las Vegas at historic Cashman Field.  Named by Sports Illustrated as the “Most Interesting Team in the World,” the Club is known for its unique match day experience and was recently voted “Best Sports Value” in Las Vegas.  Additional information can be found at LightsFC.com. 

CONTACT:
All Media Inquiries should be direct to:  Communications@www.lasvegaslightsfc.com

ALL LOCAL FOSTER FAMILIES TO RECEIVE FREE TICKETS TO SATURDAY’S LIGHTS FC MATCH COURTESY OF CLARK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY SERVICES

Initiative Aimed at Raising Awareness for Local Shortage of Families Involved with Foster Care — Especially Within the Local Hispanic Population;

Saturday Night to Also Feature Post-Game Fireworks Extravaganza by Red Apple Fireworks!

September 20, 2021 (Las Vegas, NV) — In partnership with Clark County Department of Family Services, Las Vegas Lights FC professional soccer is providing free match tickets to this Saturday’s home match for all local foster care families.

This initiative is especially aimed at raising local awareness within the local Hispanic community of an increasing shortage of families involved in foster care.

Local families involved with foster care may register for their free tickets at LightsFC.com/CCDFS.

“When Clark County Department of Family Services approached us with this current critical shortage we knew we wanted to find an impactful way to help get the message out,” says Lights FC Owner & C.E.O. Brett Lashbrook.  “The purpose of this promotion is two-fold.  One is to reward local families involved with foster care.  The second is to help use our voice to let others in the community know of this critical need for our local children.”

Lights FC returns home to Cashman Field this Saturday night (Sept. 25th; Kick-Off 7pm) for Hispanic Heritage Night featuring a post-game fireworks extravaganza.  Tickets are available for purchase at LightsFC.com/Tickets.

About Las Vegas Lights FC:
Established in 2017, Lights FC brought professional soccer to the Entertainment Capital of the World.  A member of the United Soccer League Championship, the second division professional league in the United States, Lights FC averages close to 8,000 fans per match playing in downtown Las Vegas at historic Cashman Field.  Named by Sports Illustrated as the “Most Interesting Team in the World,” the Club is known for its unique match day experience and was recently voted “Best Sports Value” in Las Vegas.  Additional information can be found at LightsFC.com.

1ST ANNUAL LIGHTS FC CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT ANNOUNCED

Competition Will Occur on Saturday, October 16th During Lights FC Match Along Cashman Field Sidelines;

$80 Entry Fee — Open to All Fans — Cash Prizes To Be Awarded.

September 14, 2021 (Las Vegas, NV) — Las Vegas Lights FC professional soccer, in cooperation with the Las Vegas Cornhole organization, announced today a first of its kind cornhole tournament to occur during Lights FC home match on the afternoon of Saturday, October 16th at Cashman Field (2pm Kick-Off). The 1st Annual Las Vegas Lights FC Cornhole Tournament is presented by Comprehensive Cancer Centers.

Cornhole, the popular game similar to horseshoes, involves participants throwing corn bags towards wooden boxes.  (If you know, you know…!)

The competition will feature teams of two (2) people each in tournament style format.  All matches will occur along the sidelines of the grass field at Cashman Field.  The tournament will begin during pre-game warm-ups of the Lights FC match and will continue throughout the Lights FC match.

Entry is $80 per team ($40 person) and includes a free Lights FC match ticket.  Cash prizes will be awarded from 50% of the registration fees to the first, second and third place winners.  Specifically, 1st place will be awarded 50% of the prize pool, 2nd place will be awarded 30% of the prize pool, and 3rd place will be awarded 20% of the prize pool.

“Cornhole, soccer & Saturday afternoon in the fall is a perfect mix of fun!,” says Lights FC Owner & C.E.O. Brett Lashbrook.  “Fans of all ages and skill level are encouraged to participate in this one-of-a-kind tournament location!”

Registration & exact rules can be found at LightsFC.com/Cornhole. 

About Las Vegas Lights FC:
Established in 2017, Lights FC brought professional soccer to the Entertainment Capital of the World.  A member of the United Soccer League Championship, the second division professional league in the United States, Lights FC averages close to 8,000 fans per match playing in downtown Las Vegas at historic Cashman Field.  Named by Sports Illustrated as the “Most Interesting Team in the World,” the Club is known for its unique match day experience and was recently voted “Best Sports Value” in Las Vegas.  Additional information can be found at LightsFC.com.

“VEGAS LOVES OAKLAND SPORTS TEAMS” CELEBRATION TO BE HELD THIS WEDNESDAY AT LIGHTS FC MATCH

All Fans Wearing a Raiders or A’s Jersey Receive Free Match Ticket to Lights FC vs. Oakland Roots SC Match;

Las Vegas’ Warm Welcome to All Oakland Sports Teams Continues!

September 6, 2021 (Las Vegas, NV) — Las Vegas is falling in love with Oakland professional sports teams — and that love goes to a whole new level this Wednesday night when Lights FC hosts Oakland Roots SC at Cashman Field (kick-off 7pm)

All fans wearing either a Raiders football jersey or Athletics baseball jersey will receive a free ticket to attend that night’s match.  Simply wear the jersey to the Cashman Field Box Office to receive your free ticket to that night’s match.

“To state the obvious, there is a growing affinity from Las Vegas sports fans towards Oakland sports teams,” said Lights FC Owner & C.E.O. Brett Lashbrook.  “Las Vegas is the greatest city on earth.  We are also known for our world-class hospitality.  And so we are welcoming all Oakland sports fans to celebrate with Las Vegas sports fans on Wednesday night!”

Individual tickets can be purchased here: LightsFC.com/tickets

About Las Vegas Lights FC:
Established in 2017, Lights FC brought professional soccer to the Entertainment Capital of the World.  A member of the United Soccer League Championship, the second division professional league in the United States, Lights FC averages close to 8,000 fans per match playing in downtown Las Vegas at historic Cashman Field.  Named by Sports Illustrated as the “Most Interesting Team in the World,” the Club is known for its unique match day experience and was recently voted “Best Sports Value” in Las Vegas.  Additional information can be found at LightsFC.com.