REAL SALT LAKE
GAMEDAY EVENTS: SATURDAY, JUNE 25 V. TORONTO FC
Rio Tinto Presents Saturday’s 7:00 p.m. MT Kickoff
against the “Reds;”
DMKS & RSL Invite Fans to “Be the Match at the
Match” during Bone Marrow Donor Drives;
Evening Starts at 5:00 p.m. with Carnival Real
Festival, Followed by Opening of Gates at 6:00 p.m.
SANDY, Utah (Friday, June 24, 2011) – After three draws in three games, Real Salt Lake (6-3-5, 23 pts.; 4th in West) will again seek the full three points at home this Saturday, June 25 when it welcomes Toronto FC (2-6-9, 15 pts.; T-7th in East) to Rio Tinto Stadium. Kickoff between last year’s CONCACAF Champions League Group A rivals in Sandy, presented by Rio Tinto, is set for 7:00 p.m. MT, with the Carnival Real pre-game festival preceding the contest beginning at 5:00 p.m.
Tickets are still available for Saturday’s matchup between RSL and Toronto FC and can be purchased online at www.RealSaltLake.comor in person at the Rio Tinto Stadium Box Office beginning at 10:00 a.m. on game day.
DMKS & RSL Invite Fans to “Be the Match at the Match”
for Jonah Gomez
As part of DKMS’ continual fight against leukemia, the world’s largest bone marrow donation center is teaming up with Major League Soccer to host seven bone marrow donor drives across the country on Saturday, including at Rio Tinto Stadium for RSL’s contest against Toronto FC and the CONCACAF Gold Cup Final in Pasadena, Calif. RSL faithful can stop by two locations at Rio Tinto Stadium on Saturday evening – Kennecott Plaza(northwest concourse) and the east concourse overhang – beginning at 6:00 p.m. to complete the simple two-step process of filling out the donation form and swabbing their cheeks for just 10 seconds to see if they could be a possible bone marrow match for the thousands of people suffering from leukemia and similar diseases. Fans that want to give in other ways will also be able to donate to DKMS at both donor sign-up locations on the concourse and at all concessions stands at Rio Tinto Stadium throughout the evening.
Saturday’s drive in Sandy carries special significance for Real Salt Lake, as the organization is teaming with ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” to help its “biggest little fan,” 7-year-old Jonah Gomez of South Jordan, find a match that could help him defeat the odds and overcome his rare form of pediatric leukemia. For more information on Saturday’s DKMS drive, or to find out how you can sign up to become a donor, please visit www.RealSaltLake.com. Fans can also click here to watch RSL’s 60-second PSA promoting this special event.
Jam-Packed Carnival Real Commences Two Hours Prior to
Saturday’s Kickoff
Fans and families are encouraged to arrive early for Saturday’s match against Toronto FC, as good times and giveaways are available for the taking at the Carnival Real pre-game festival on the East Lawn of Rio Tinto Stadium, starting at 5:00 p.m. MT. Courtesy of the Sandy City Exchange Club, the Crescent City Brass Band will provide entertainment on the Carnival stage, while local radio station U92 will provide music for the masses as well. Entertainment booths and displays will also be hosted by several of RSL’s partners, including:
Burger King (“Whopper Hopper” inflatable and Prize Wheel), Check City, Kentucky Fried Chicken (“Chuckin’ for Chicken), Sandy City Exchange Club (child abuse prevention information), State Farm, U92 (92.5 KUUU-FM), Wasatch Property (“Real Nation” information) and XanGo (free samples).
When gates at Rio Tinto Stadium open to the masses at 6:00 p.m., fans will also have the chance to visit the Ford, Utah Department of Public Safety (“Responsibility Has Its Rewards” sign-up) and Xfinity booths located on the Stadium’s north concourse, as well as the above-mentioned DKMS bone marrow donor drive locations on Kennecott Plaza (Northwest corner) and the east concourse. In addition, fans will be able to chime in with their two cents during the ESPN 700Pre-game Show and visit the RSL Ticketing booth to find out the best ways to keep visiting the best park in Major League Soccer throughout RSL’s 2011 campaign, both of which will be located on the northeast concourse.
RSL Team Store Serving Up Sizzling Summer
Specials
The heat of summer is finally upon the Wasatch Front, and the RSL Team Store at Rio Tinto Stadium Fans can show up to the RSL Team Store at Rio Tinto Stadium when doors open to the public Saturday at 10:00 a.m. or decide to wait until they get inside the Rio Tinto Stadium gates, which open for ticket holders at 6:00 p.m. While you’re in the RSL Team Store, don’t forget to ask about the following specials:
- 30% off infant/toddler RSL jerseys (special runs through Saturday)
- $10 for any size of RSL/adidas replica soccer balls (special runs through end of June)
- $50 for the limited-edition Jason Kreis #9 “throwback” jersey in advance of the July 4th number retirement ceremony (adult sizes only)
- The “Starting XI”membership program, which includes10 Sideline section ticket vouchers, a personalized away (white) RSL short-sleeved jersey (men’s, women’s, or children’s sizes), and a discount card good for 11% off all future purchases at the RSL Team Store.
Fans wishing to receive more information on any of the ever-expanding line of Claret-and Cobalt-tinged swag in the store are encouraged to dial the RSL Team Store Hotline at801-727-2888, or visit the store in-person during regular business hours: 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. MT, Monday-Saturday.
Miss the Lines, Not the Moment with RSLexpress!
Why would you want to leave your seat during what is sure to be a glorious Saturday night in Sandy for the game against Toronto FC? Well now there’s one less reason to have to head up the aisle, as the best way to “get your snack on” at Rio Tinto Stadium is through the RSLexpress in-seat delivery service, powered byMangia. Mangia is making your life easier by offering a quick and convenient way for you to get your food – there’s no need to waste time in lines and you won’t have to wait until halftime anymore!
RSLexpress allows fans to purchase food, drinks, and merchandise using their mobile phone, with their order being delivered directly to their seat in just minutes! It’s easy to use RSLexpress, and creating an account isfree – just visit www.RSLexpress.com to start enjoying in-seat delivery from a mobile device. For instructions on ordering from an iPhone, the mobile web, or via text message, visit Mangia’s “How To” page, or call 877-762-6442.
Holmes Homes to
Be Honored as Saturday’s RSL/American Express “Heroes Among Us”
Real Salt Lake and American Express are proud to recognize Utah-based Holmes Homes as Saturday’s recipients of the “Heroes Among Us” honor. Holmes Homes, known throughout the state for building affordable yet luxurious homes, recently partnered with ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” bone marrow donor program DKMS and Real Salt Lake to build an extraordinary home for the family of Jonah Gomez, a 7-year-old RSL fan who has been diagnosed with leukemia.
Due to his condition, Jonah can’t always pursue his dream of becoming a professional soccer player outdoors, so to help his dream come true, Holmes Homes has included in the Gomez family’s new residence in Rio Tinto’s Daybreak region an indoor soccer facility – complete with Real Salt Lake gear and design. The custom home will be built over the course of the next week while the Gomez family is on vacation at Disneyland. For their willingness to help make a young child’s life better for him and his family, and for their enthusiasm and dedication to help RSL’s biggest fan, Real Salt Lake and American Express are proud to recognize Patrick Holmes and Spencer Holmes as the latest “Heroes Among Us.”
For more information on the Real Salt Lake/American Express “Heroes Among Us” program, including details on how to nominate candidates for the 2011 season and biographies of past recipients, visit the “Heroes Among Us” page under the “Community” section of www.RealSaltLake.com. In addition, candidate submissions can be returned via email to heroesamongus@RealSaltLake.com, fax to 801-727-1469, or mail to the address below:
Rio Tinto Stadium
Attn: Heroes Among Us/Lesley Spung
9526 State Street
Sandy, Utah 84070
Saturday’s Group & Guest Recognitions
- National Anthem singers – Traci Peterson (United States) and Chelsea McManus (Canada)
- RSL/American Express “Heroes Among Us” – Patrick & Spencer Holmes of Holmes Homes
- OhMyCrafts.com “Mom of the Match” – Rachel Fletcher
- U.S. Bank Little Leo of the Game – Colton Lawson
- Ceremonial Coin Toss – Don Whyte of Rio Tinto
- “RSL Goal Gong” Ringer – Rio Tinto guest
- Ball Kids – The Utah Glory
- Pre-game Verizon Wireless “Parade of Kings” participants& recognized groups – Junior Achievement, Kohl’s Cup participants, Rampage Classic participants and The Utah Glory
- Halftime “Mini-game” Participants: The Utah Glory
www.RealSaltLake.com / www.RioTintoStadium.com / www.ESPN700Sports.com
