2009 Season Tickets On Sale Now
(Panama City Beach, Fla.) The Panama City Beach Pirates, the area’s only elite level soccer team, will kick-off the 2009 season this weekend, Sunday, May 10th, at 6pm where the Pirates are taking on in-state rival, the Bradenton Academics.
This Sunday 6pm, the action takes place at Mike Gavlak Stadium at Arnold High School located at 550 Alf Coleman Drive in Panama City beach. Join the Pirates for the first game of the season and watch as the team begins its rise through the ranks of the United Soccer League.
Pirate’s games offer fun and entertainment for the whole family, including pre-game rituals like the famous Dead-Men Walking team introduction, as well as the hoisting of the colors by the honorary Captain of the Match. At half-time, there are events and contests such as wacky relay-races, high-flying crowd handouts, and fan interaction.
This Sunday and in celebration of Mother’s Day, all moms get in FREE to the season opener. While at the game, any mom can register to win a free “1-Year Fitness Membership” provided by Renegade Sports Center. One lucky winner will be chosen at half-time.
Season & Individual Tickets Are On Sale Now
• Family of 4 = $20 (additional members $5 each)
• Season Tickets (Best Value) = $38 (All 8 Home Games)
• Adults = $8
• Buccaneers (Kids ages 6-12yr) = $6
• Lil’ Buccaneers (5yr & Under) = Free
2009 Panama City Pirates Schedule
**denotes home game
**May 10 (Sun. 6pm CST)
Arnold High School, MIKE GAVLAK STADIUM vs. Bradenton Academics
**May 16 (Sat. 7pm CST)
Arnold High School, MIKE GAVLAK STADIUM vs. Central Florida Kraze
May 21 (Thur. 7pm EST)
TBD vs. Atlanta FC
May 23 (Sat. 7pm CST)
EZELL PARK STADIUM vs. Nashville Metros
June 6 (Sat. 5:30pm CST)
ROBERT P. LONGABAUGH vs. Mississippi Brilla
June 11 (Thur. 7pm EST)
TBD vs. Atlanta FC
**June 13 (Sat. 7pmCST)
Arnold High School, MIKE GAVLAK STADIUM vs. Mississippi Brilla
**June 21 (Sun. 6pm CST)
Arnold High School, MIKE GAVLAK STADIUM vs. Atlanta FC
June 26 (Fri. 7pm CST)
OLYMPIA STADIUM vs. Baton Rouge Capitals
June 27(Sat. 7pm CST)
PAN AMERICAN STADIUM vs. New Orleans Jesters
**July 3 (Fri. 7pm CST)
Arnold High School, MIKE GAVLAK STADIUM vs. Baton Rouge Capitals
**July 4 (Sat. 7pm CST)
Arnold High School, MIKE GAVLAK STADIUM vs.Baton Rouge Capitals
July 11(Sat. 7pm EST)
FSA COMPLEX vs. Central Florida Kraze
July 12(Sun. 5:30pm EST)
IMG SOCCER ACADEMY vs. Bradenton Academics
**July 17 (Fri. 7pm CST)
Arnold High School, MIKE GAVLAK STADIUM vs Nashville Metros
**July 19 (Sun. 7pmCST)
Arnold High School, MIKE GAVLAK STADIUM vs. New Orleans Jesters
Panama City Beach Pirates Background:
Based on the ongoing growth and popularity of soccer, Renegade Sports Center has purchased the panhandle’s first and only USL PDL franchise (www.uslsoccer.com) which will be based out of Panama City/Panama City Beach, FL. The Panama City Beach Pirates are committed to player development, quality family entertainment, grassroots expansion in the community, a love for the game at a competitive level, and strong community sponsorships that share a long-term vision for success.
United Soccer Leagues Background:
As United Soccer Leagues starts its third decade of operation, soccer at all levels continues to grow in the U.S., Canada, and Caribbean. The largest organization of elite-level soccer leagues in North America, United Soccer Leagues is dedicated to growing the sport at the grassroots level in every community. The USL First Division and Second Division (North American men’s professional soccer), the USL Premier Development League (U23 North American men’s amateur), the USL W-League (North American women’s amateur), the USL Super-20 League (U20 North American men’s and women’s amateur) and the USL Super Y-League (North American boy’s and girl’s elite youth amateur) have provided a platform for thousands of players to reach their dreams since 1986. This vision and commitment to develop a soccer nation by fans, investors, administrators, coaches, and players has created the foundation for the growth of the sport, while presenting affordable, exciting family entertainment in over 100 cities and towns on the continent.
USL Premier Development League Background:
The top U23 men’s amateur league in North America lives in the USL Premier Development League (PDL), the development ground for elite players. The 2007 campaign features a 63-team format within four conferences, consisting of 16 regular season matches, 8 home and 8 away. The schedule is augmented by participation in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, and various exhibitions. Players have the ability to compete in the PDL throughout the summer months in a professionalized setting while maintaining their collegiate eligibility. The league is the proving ground for players that aspire to reach the highest-levels of the game, while providing affordable family entertainment within their city.
For more information, visit www.panamacitypirates.com or call 850-248-HOOK (4665).
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