The Dayton Dutch Lions FC women’s team, participating in the Women Premier Soccer League, have announced their 2016 match schedule. The Lady Lions, competing at the highest level of amateur soccer in North America will open the season at home on Sunday, May 22 at DOC Stadium in West Carrollton, Ohio.
“I am excited for our upcoming season as the WPSL is a perfect fit for our players that want to train and compete at a high level during the summer,” DDL head coach Ian Richardson commented.
The eight-game schedule is highlighted by home and away matches with local Ohio teams Cincinnati Sirens and Columbus Eagles. The Lions will also face Fire and Ice Soccer Club from Illinois and FC Pride from Indiana.
Prices for single-match tickets are $5 for youth and $8 for adult, with opportunities for “Orange Family Four” single ticket purchase that includes admission and meals for two adults and two youth.
Season ticket memberships are available for $24 and offer full season members the lowest pricing, gameday meals, and admission to all DDL women’s season matches. In addition, they will receive exclusive special events and other privileges announced throughout the season.
After five seasons in the USL W-League, this will be the Lions first season in the WPSL, which has a history dating back 18 years. The WPSL has provided a major development platform for future professional players. The WPSL has helped top players rise to the professional ranks. Among the WPSL’s alumni are U.S. Women’s National Team stars Alex Morgan, Megan Rapinoe, and recently retired Abby Wambach.
Tryouts and more information about the 2016 WPSL season can be found on the Dayton Dutch Lions FC website at www.ddlfc.com.
