Seattle World Cup barge gives soccer’s global language a waterfront home
Summary
Seattle's pro soccer clubs launched a unique waterfront barge venue featuring a mini soccer pitch and giant screen for World Cup fans, supporting community soccer access.
Key Points
- Seattle's Sounders and Reign pro soccer clubs created a waterfront barge with a mini soccer pitch and large video screen for World Cup celebrations.
- The barge supports the RAVE Foundation's campaign to build 52 mini soccer pitches in Washington communities lacking play areas.
- Western Towboat assisted in transporting and preparing the barge, which was recently hauling goods to Alaska.
- The venue hosts free soccer clinics for children and features Seattle-themed concessions, aiming to build soccer community engagement.
