With 2016 coming to a close, Columbus Crew SC is looking back on some of its most memorable moments of 2016. This year was full of moments that will be remembered forever.​
Columbus Crew SC unveiled a new soccer mini-pitch at Linden Park on May 25. In partnership with the Black & Gold, the new mini-pitch located at Linden Park is part of a commitment made by adidas, MLS WORKS, Southern New Hampshire University and the U.S. Soccer Foundation to build 20 mini-pitches in underserved communities across North America. Each new mini-pitch offers children in these communities a safe place to play, while providing a soccer environment that encourages unstructured play within local communities, supporting the continued growth of the game. Additionally, SNHU awarded a full college scholarship to a deserving member of the local community as part of the dedication ceremony.
PHOTOS: CREW SC 20 FOR 20 MINI-PITCH GRAND OPENING
Following the official dedication, local youth from KIDS League and Crew SC players participated in a small-sided match on the new pitch. Soccer for Success, the U.S. Soccer Foundation’s free after school program that uses soccer as a tool to combat children’s health issues and juvenile delinquency, was also be introduced to the community. Locally in Columbus, Soccer for Success is made possible by the Crew SC Foundation, which supports coach, player and referee development in underserved communities throughout Central Ohio.
The ceremony included short remarks from: Andrew J. Ginther - Mayor, City of Columbus; Andy Loughnane - President of Business Operations, Columbus Crew SC; Gregg Berhalter - Sporting Director and Head Coach, Columbus Crew SC; Steve Thiel - Director of Partnership Marketing, Southern New Hampshire University; Jaiza N. Page - City Council member and Chairperson, Columbus Recreation and Parks; Tony Collins - Director, Columbus Recreation and Parks; and Alex Stec - Brand Journalist and Crew SC Sideline Reporter - Emcee.
Crew SC players Ethan Finlay and Hector Jimenez were present along with Crew SC executives.
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