Know Before You Go: OL Reign vs. Club América Friendly
This Saturday, February 25, OL Reign and Club America are set to meet in a friendly match, celebrating the newly announced partnership between the two clubs and Olympique Lyonnais. This match will take place at Starfire Stadium in Tukwila, Washington, kicking off at 7:30 p.m. PT. Here’s everything you need to know about the match:
GETTING TO THE STADIUM:
The match will take place at Starfire Stadium, located at 14800 Starfire Way, Tukwila, WA 98188. Bundle up, as the temperature is forecasted to be in the mid-to-high thirties!
Parking for the match is $6 and must be purchased using a card. No cash or checks will be accepted. Please note that there are events taking place at Starfire prior to the match, so parking lot congestion may occur.
SR 520 will be closed this weekend, so please refer to the WSDOT website for the most up to date information on commuting to the match.
To explore your public transportation options, click HERE.
ENTERING THE STADIUM:
Gates for the match will open at 6:30 p.m.
There will be two gates open for fan use. If your seats are located in the 200 sections, please use the entrance gate to the right. If your seats are located in the 100 sections, please use the gate to the left. OL Reign’s ticketing team will be at the gates if any questions arise.
Stadium re-entry will be permitted, as fans are able to exit the stadium to access food and merchandise in the pavilion.
FOOD & BEVERAGE:
Fans are permitted to bring outside food and drink into the stadium, with the exception of alcohol.
Starfire Stadium concessions will be available, in addition to two food truck options – Mexicuban and Now Make Me A Sandwich.
MERCHANDISE:
Fans will be able to purchase select OL Reign merchandise favorites, as well as exclusive OL Reign vs. Club America friendly merchandise.
CLEAR BAG POLICY:
OL Reign will continue to implement its Clear Bag Policy to ensure public safety and a smooth entrance for fans on matchday.
You may carry only the following style and size bag, backpack, or container:
PERMITTED ITEMS:
Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12”. Clear backpacks within the dimensions and have no more than 2 pockets.
One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags (Ziploc bag or similar).
Small clutch bags, that do not exceed 4.5” x 6.5”, with or without a handle or strap, may be carried into the stadium along with one of the clear bag options.
Seat cushions that have no pockets, zippered compartments, or extra straps.
*There is an exemption for medically necessary items.
MATCHDAY PERFORMANCES:
Prior to the match, Jose Iniguez will perform Mexico’s national anthem and Ariyanna Fernandez will perform the U.S. national anthem.
At halftime, there will be a performance from Joyas Mestizas, a Mexican Folk Dance youth group.
TUNE IN:
For fans who are unable to make it to the match but would like to follow along, be sure to follow the game on OL Reign’s social media pages or tune into the match on FOX 13 in the Seattle-area. Rough & Tumble Pub in Ballard will also be hosting a watch party!