REAL SALT LAKE
GAMEDAY EVENTS: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 V. PHILADELPHIA UNION
KFC Presents 7:00 p.m. MT Match-Up as the
Claret-and-Cobalt and Union Jockey for Playoff Positioning
SANDY, Utah (Friday, September 2, 2011) – After a three-game road trip, Real Salt Lake (11-7-6, 39 pts.; 5th in West) will return home and look to improve on its current playoff standing this Saturday, Sept. 3, when the Utah side will play host to the Philadelphia Union (8-6-10, 35 pts.; 4th in East) at Rio Tinto Stadium. The 7:00 p.m. MT kickoff between the pair of playoff contenders will be presented by KFC, and tickets for the clash remain available and can be purchased in person at the Rio Tinto Stadium Box Office beginning at 10:00 a.m. on gameday, over the phone at 801-727-2700 or online at www.RealSaltLake.com.
Real Salt Lake and the Union are both currently battling for playoff positioning, as both sides have 10 game remaining on their regular season schedules. If the season ended today, RSL and the Union would finish in the second and third wild card slots, respectively, despite RSL standing five points clear of Philadelphia on MLS’ overall table. Saturday’s contest was originally scheduled back on April 23, but was postponed to allow the Utah side to prepare for the second leg of the CONCACAF Champions League Final at Rio Tinto Stadium against Monterrey; tickets for the original April 23 date will be honored at the Rio Tinto Stadium gates on Saturday.
Saturday’s match will mark the first time Union newcomer Freddy Adu will return to Utah since he suited up for RSL during the 2007 campaign. Adu represented the Claret-and-Cobalt on 11 occasions and recorded a goal and two assists after coming to the Wasatch Front in the same offseason trade with D.C. United that also brought GK Nick Rimando to RSL.
RSL Welcomes U.S.
Women’s National Team Midfielder Megan Rapinoe to Sandy for Saturday’s Contest
Real Salt Lake is proud to welcome U.S. Women’s National Team midfielder Megan Rapinoe for a full day of events surrounding tomorrow’s contest against the Philadelphia Union. As a part of Real Salt Lake’s “Youth Soccer Night” against the Union, Rapinoe will help RSL GM Garth Lagerwey present the pre-game “Chalk Talk” session in the Strong Audi 100 Lions Club before taking place in an on-field recognition ceremony with RSL President Bill Manning prior to kickoff.
Following the match, Rapinoe will join a pair of RSL players in the Budweiser Club for a post-game autograph session. Only Club Seat and Suite holders will have access to this exclusive signing period; Club Seat tickets for the match remain available and can be purchased on gameday at the Rio Tinto Stadium Box Office beginning at 10:00 a.m. MT.
Sandy
Police Department to Enforce Neighborhood Parking Permits Beginning with
Saturday’s Match
In order to reduce traffic congestion and to regulate parking, parking permits will be required in certain neighborhoods adjacent to Rio Tinto Stadium to ensure neighborhoods are not being used for parking by those attending stadium events. Enforcement will occur on event days, and vehicles parked on the street during these days could be cited for an infraction.
Permit-only areas include the following:
- All the Wallace Heights Subdivision
- All of Mt. Jordan Meadows Subdivision
- 170 E. between 94th and Sego Lily Corrie Cir., Lynn Cir., and Brent Cir.
- All areas bounded by 8800 S. on the north, 9000 S. on the south, State St. on the west and Center St. on the east.
For more information, including how residents may apply for their neighborhood permit, please contact the Sandy City Police Department at 801-568-7200.
Carnival Real Starts the
Festivities at 5:00 p.m. for Saturday’s Contest
Good times and giveaways are always 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. Saturday’s Carnival activities will feature booths and activities presented by several of RSL’s partners, including:
Burger King (“Whopper Hopper” inflatable and Prize Wheel), Check City, ESPN Deportes 1600-AM, Gatorade, Jet Blue (“Fan for Life” contest), KFC (Chuckin’ for Chicken), Mountain America Credit Union (“Accuracy Kick” challenge), Wasatch Property and XanGo (samples).
When Rio Tinto Stadium’s gates open to the public at 6:00 p.m., fans will also have the opportunity to visit the Colonial Flag (Fireman’s Memorial), Comcast XFINITY, Utah Department of Public Safety (Designated Driver/Responsibility Has Its Rewards sign-up) and Sports Med Utah (“Light the Night” silent action) booths, located on the northeast 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 information on how to secure a season ticket package at the best venue in MLS for Real Salt Lake’s 2012 campaign.
RSL Team Store Offering 30% Off for Saturday’s Gameday v.
Union
The RSL Team Store at Rio Tinto Stadium invites fans to celebrate taking a load off this Labor Day Weekend by giving everyone 30% off on ALL items in the store on gameday against Philadelphia! Fans can swing by the RSL Team Store when doors open on Saturday at 10:00 a.m. to beat the rush and rifle through the best selection of gear and merchandise, or wait until the match – but with the deal ending at the conclusion of the game, fans have just one day to take advantage of this outstanding offer.
Fans wishing to receive more information on any of the ever-expanding line of Claret-and Cobalt 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. Please note that the RSL Team Store will be closed this Monday, Sept. 5 in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
Miss the Lines, Not the Moment with RSLexpress!
There’s one less reason to have to head up the aisle during this Saturday’s showdown against Philadelphia, as the best way to “get your snack on” at Rio Tinto Stadium is through the RSLexpress in-seat delivery service. RSL express 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 the RSLexpress “How To” page, or call 877-762-6442.
SLC’s Cara Cerise to
Be Honored as Saturday’s RSL/American Express “Hero Among Us”
Real Salt Lake and American Express are proud to recognize Cara Cerise of Salt Lake City, as Saturday’s recipient of the “Heroes Among Us” honor. Due to her dedication to equality, no matter age, race, social status, religion or sexual orientation, Cara, was just awarded the title of Utah’s Young Humanitarian of 2011.
Now a junior at Westminster College, Cara has consistently demonstrated a commitment to equality and inclusion, as she became the president of Highland High School’s social justice club, BOND (Building One New Dream) at just the age of 16. Cerise also went on to found the Utah chapter of COLAGE (Children of Lesbians and Gays Everywhere), which “builds community and works toward social justice through youth empowerment, leadership development, education, and advocacy.”
After graduating high school, Cara spent a year in Paraguay with Amor Y Esperanza, where she worked with elementary students in rural areas with special needs. Today, Cara is on the Board of Directors of the Inclusion Center for Community Justice and is also working toward HIV prevention as a women’s health intern at the Utah Pride Center as a translator. Thanks to her dedication towards equality and service, Real Salt Lake and American Express are proud to recognize Cara Cerise as the latest “Hero Among Us.”
To find out more about 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 Clark
9526 State Street
Sandy, Utah 84070
Saturday’s Group & Guest Recognitions
- National Anthem performer: Madison Smith
- Color Guard: Boy Scouts of America
- RSL/American Express “Heroes Among Us”: Cara Cerise
- OhMyCrafts.com “Mom of the Match”: Roseanne Delaney
- U.S. Bank Little Leo of the Game: Javier Ortega
- Ceremonial Coin Toss: Tracy Gingell
- RSL “Goal Gong” Ringer: Rebecca Gingell
- Mountain America “Dream Team” participants: Gate City Youth Soccer League
- Ball Kids: TC United
- Pre-game Verizon Wireless “Parade of Kings” participants: Gate City Youth Soccer League, TC United
- Recognized Groups: Boy Scouts of America, Gate City Youth Soccer, Great Salt Lake Council, KFC, Latinos in Action, TC United, University of Utah International Students and Utah National Parks Council
www.RealSaltLake.com / www.RioTintoStadium.com / www.ESPN700Sports.com
