PHOENIX (March 28, 2019) — Phoenix Rising FC officially announced a partnership with 12 News Phoenix for the 2019 season presented by Equality Health.
12 News Phoenix and its Fox 11 affiliate in Tucson will air a monthly 30-minute show, “Soccer Sunday,” once per month on Sunday night. The show will be hosted by Kristen Keogh, Chierstin Susel, and Mitch Carr and include segments on fans, coaches, and players of both Phoenix Rising and FC Tucson.
“Phoenix Rising FC and FC Tucson are fortunate to have the fastest growing fan base among professional sports teams in Arizona,” said Phoenix Rising FC General Manager Bobby Dulle. “This partnership with 12 News in Phoenix and Fox 11 in Tucson will provide our supporters with more, high-quality information about our coaching strategies, player performance, game recaps and features about the young stars training among more than 9,000 kids in our youth club.”
“Soccer is growing leaps and bounds in popularity everywhere. We are excited to help provide the platform for Phoenix Rising FC to tell its story and grow throughout Arizona on 12 News in Phoenix and on Fox 11 in Tucson” said President and General Manager, Dean Ditmer.
The first “Soccer Sunday” TV program is set to air this Sunday, March 31, at 11:00pm on Fox 11 in Tucson and on 12 News in Phoenix. Future episodes will air at those same times on April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8 and October 6.
About Phoenix Rising FC
Phoenix Rising FC is the highest-level professional soccer franchise in Arizona’s history. The club is owned by legendary Chelsea and Ivory Coast striker, Didier Drogba, Advantage Sports Union CEO, Alex Zheng, Executive Chairman of Kona Grill, Berke Bakay, and an impressive collection of business leaders and international celebrities. Established in 2016, Phoenix Rising FC is one of 10 cities applying for Major League Soccer (MLS) expansion and currently plays in the USL Championship, the largest Division 2 professional league in the world. In October 2017, Phoenix Rising FC acquired FC Tucson and is bringing USL League One professional soccer to Tucson beginning in March of 2019. For season tickets or more information call 623-594-9606 or visit www.phxrisingfc.com. You can also follow the team on Facebook (PHXRisingFC), Twitter (@PHXRisingFC), Instagram (@PHXRisingFC), Snapchat (PHXRisingFC) and YouTube (PhoenixRisingFootballClub).
About 12 News
12News is your NBC affiliate and owned by TEGNA Inc., Arizona’s news leader, most watched TV station and your official home of the Arizona Cardinals. 12 News is built on a legacy of trust with generations of viewers and award-winning journalism. 12 News is the winner of ten 2017 Rocky Mountain Emmy® Awards, the 2017 Regional Edward R. Murrow award for Breaking News Coverage and nine 2017 Associated Press Awards. Including Outstanding News Operation. On-air and the 12 News app, as well as on our social media channels, like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube or www.12News.com – we are committed to serving the people of Arizona and bring Everything Arizona to every platform.
About TEGNA Inc
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. With 49 television stations and two radio stations in 41 markets, TEGNA delivers relevant content and information to consumers across platforms. It is the largest owner of top 4 affiliates in the top 25 markets, reaching one-third of all television households nationwide. Each month, TEGNA reaches 50 million adults on-air and approximately 30 million across its digital platforms.TEGNA has been consistently honored with the industry’s top awards, including Edward R. Murrow, George Polk, Alfred I. DuPont and Emmy Awards. TEGNA also delivers innovative and unparalleled solutions for advertisers through TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS). TMS is a one-stop shop that helps businesses thrive through an unmatched suite of services and solutions that reach consumers across television, email, social and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.
PHOENIX (March 28, 2019) — Phoenix Rising FC officially announced a partnership with 12 News Phoenix for the 2019 season presented by Equality Health.
12 News Phoenix and its Fox 11 affiliate in Tucson will air a monthly 30-minute show, “Soccer Sunday,” once per month on Sunday night. The show will be hosted by Kristen Keogh, Chierstin Susel, and Mitch Carr and include segments on fans, coaches, and players of both Phoenix Rising and FC Tucson.
“Phoenix Rising FC and FC Tucson are fortunate to have the fastest growing fan base among professional sports teams in Arizona,” said Phoenix Rising FC General Manager Bobby Dulle. “This partnership with 12 News in Phoenix and Fox 11 in Tucson will provide our supporters with more, high-quality information about our coaching strategies, player performance, game recaps and features about the young stars training among more than 9,000 kids in our youth club.”
“Soccer is growing leaps and bounds in popularity everywhere. We are excited to help provide the platform for Phoenix Rising FC to tell its story and grow throughout Arizona on 12 News in Phoenix and on Fox 11 in Tucson” said President and General Manager, Dean Ditmer.
The first “Soccer Sunday” TV program is set to air this Sunday, March 31, at 11:00pm on Fox 11 in Tucson and on 12 News in Phoenix. Future episodes will air at those same times on April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14, August 11, September 8 and October 6.
About Phoenix Rising FC
Phoenix Rising FC is the highest-level professional soccer franchise in Arizona’s history. The club is owned by legendary Chelsea and Ivory Coast striker, Didier Drogba, Advantage Sports Union CEO, Alex Zheng, Executive Chairman of Kona Grill, Berke Bakay, and an impressive collection of business leaders and international celebrities. Established in 2016, Phoenix Rising FC is one of 10 cities applying for Major League Soccer (MLS) expansion and currently plays in the USL Championship, the largest Division 2 professional league in the world. In October 2017, Phoenix Rising FC acquired FC Tucson and is bringing USL League One professional soccer to Tucson beginning in March of 2019. For season tickets or more information call 623-594-9606 or visit www.phxrisingfc.com. You can also follow the team on Facebook (PHXRisingFC), Twitter (@PHXRisingFC), Instagram (@PHXRisingFC), Snapchat (PHXRisingFC) and YouTube (PhoenixRisingFootballClub).
About 12 News
12News is your NBC affiliate and owned by TEGNA Inc., Arizona’s news leader, most watched TV station and your official home of the Arizona Cardinals. 12 News is built on a legacy of trust with generations of viewers and award-winning journalism. 12 News is the winner of ten 2017 Rocky Mountain Emmy® Awards, the 2017 Regional Edward R. Murrow award for Breaking News Coverage and nine 2017 Associated Press Awards. Including Outstanding News Operation. On-air and the 12 News app, as well as on our social media channels, like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube or www.12News.com – we are committed to serving the people of Arizona and bring Everything Arizona to every platform.
About TEGNA Inc
TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) is an innovative media company that serves the greater good of our communities. With 49 television stations and two radio stations in 41 markets, TEGNA delivers relevant content and information to consumers across platforms. It is the largest owner of top 4 affiliates in the top 25 markets, reaching one-third of all television households nationwide. Each month, TEGNA reaches 50 million adults on-air and approximately 30 million across its digital platforms.TEGNA has been consistently honored with the industry’s top awards, including Edward R. Murrow, George Polk, Alfred I. DuPont and Emmy Awards. TEGNA also delivers innovative and unparalleled solutions for advertisers through TEGNA Marketing Solutions (TMS). TMS is a one-stop shop that helps businesses thrive through an unmatched suite of services and solutions that reach consumers across television, email, social and over-the-top (OTT) platforms, including Premion, TEGNA’s OTT advertising service. Across platforms, TEGNA tells empowering stories, conducts impactful investigations and delivers innovative marketing solutions. For more information, visit www.TEGNA.com.
