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KC Current celebrating International Women’s Day with internet event

Joining with sports teams, city officials and other partners throughout Kansas City, the KC Current is encouraging fans to join the international Women’s Day theme, #BreakTheBias.

The campaign challenges people to imagine a world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. Kansas Citians are encouraged to share a photo of themselves crossing their arms to show solidarity, or share the attached photos of KC Current players.

The team will end the day with an event at Boulevard Brewing Co. to announce a wider release of Teal Rising, a pilsner created in celebration of the Kansas City Current as a part of last season’s brand announcement.

Midfielders Victoria Pickett, Desiree Scott and Sam Mewis will sign autographs at the launch event on from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 8, at Boulevard Brewing Co., Kansas City, Missouri. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP at https://checkout.xola.com/index.html#seller/5c952d9d477110556a8b50b3/experiences/621e913a20a07901207f0910?openExternal=true.

In line with the KC Current’s commitment to the community, investing 10% of all partnership revenue back into programs that strengthen Kansas City, Boulevard will donate 10% of all Teal Rising proceeds to The Women’s Intersport Network for Kansas City (WIN for KC).

Fans can also access an exclusive ticket offer at https://www.kansascitycurrent.com/iwd as a part of International Women’s Day. Single Match Tickets for the 2022 Challenge Cup matches at Children’s Mercy Park are buy one, gift one in select locations.

The special offer, which encourages fans to support the Current and bring or donate an additional ticket, is redeemable for the Current’s Challenge Cup home opener match on April 2. Kick-off for the Current’s Kansas City debut is 2 p.m. at Children’s Mercy Park in Kansas City, Kansas.

To redeem the offer, select the total number of tickets you’re looking to secure. At checkout, enter the corresponding code below to receive the buy one, gift one offer:
• To secure 2 tickets for the price of 1, use KCCIWDB1G1
• To secure 4 tickets for the price of 2, use KCCIWDB2G2
• To secure 6 tickets for the price of 3, use KCCIWDB3G3
• To secure 8 tickets for the price of 4, use KCCIWDB4G4

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KC Current earn second straight shutout

The Kansas City Current earned a clean sheet for the second match in a row, this time playing the Orlando Pride to a 0-0 draw on March 2.

Midfielder Sam Mewis made her debut for the team coming on to the pitch in the 70th minute.

Continuing to show confidence in his young players, head coach Matt Potter once again started a defensive backfield featuring three rookies; Jenna Winebrenner, Alex Loera and Izzy Rodriguez. Along with Maddie Nolf, the Current back line stood tall early in the game as Orlando’s Sydney Leroux and Marta tried to crack through the defense.

“I love playing center back and I’m always up for the challenge,” Loera said. “Going up against players like Sydney Leroux and Marta and playing against Lynn Williams in practice. I’m just excited for where these vets are going to take me in my journey and I’m really looking forward to continuing to be challenged.”

Early in the match, Orlando’s Marta intercepted a pass and drove toward goal. Goalkeeper A.D. Franch rushed toward the attacker, forcing an early shot that just arced over Franch’s hands. Rookie Winebrenner rushed toward the line and was able to get there in time to clear the ball and keep the Pride off the score sheet.

“I like the contribution all-around,” Potter said. “We have a good balance in the team of experience and youth and throughout the game both contributed. For me, I thought one picked up the other when needed. That’s our identity… Whether they’re rookies or returners, it doesn’t matter. They brought value to the team tonight and that’s a positive step for where we are.”

The Current have one more preseason match scheduled against the University of Nebraska at 4 p.m. March 11 at Hibner Stadium in Lincoln, Nebraska.

The 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup opens with the Current on the road to face Racing Louisville at 6:30 p.m. March 18. The team will open its home portion of the Challenge Cup Schedule, also against Louisville, at 2 p.m. April 2.

Season tickets and flex plans are available for all home matches at Children’s Mercy Park. For pricing and information visit KansasCityCurrent.com.

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Preseason matches scheduled for KC Current

The Kansas City Current has scheduled a pair of preseason matches leading up to the 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup and regular season.

The 2022 preseason schedule will see the Current playing exhibitions against two NWSL clubs in Florida before returning to the Midwest in early March.

The preseason schedule opens with a closed door match against defending NWSL Champion Washington Spirit at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 26, at IMG Academy.

The following week, Kansas City will travel to Exploria Stadium to face the Orlando Pride at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 2. The match is open to the public.

Fans can tune in to Kansas City Current social media for updates and stats from each game.

The 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup opens March 18 with the Current traveling to play Racing Louisville FC at 6:30 p.m. The team opens its home schedule April 2 with a 2 p.m. kickoff against Louisville at Children’s Mercy Park in Kansas City, Kansas. Season ticket memberships and Flex Plans are available now. Visit KansasCityCurrent.com for more information.

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