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June is Pride Month in the United States—a time to honor, reflect, and celebrate the history and contributions of the LGBTQ+ community. The origins of Pride Month date back to the Stonewall Inn Uprising in June 1969, a pivotal event that ignited the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement. Pride also marks

To celebrate AANHPI month, Utah Royals FC players surprised some of their favorite Asian owned businesses with free ticket vouchers to Utah Royals games that customers can claim when they visit. The Japanese quartet of Mina Tanaka, Aria Nagai, Narumi and Miyabi visited Koyote (551 W 400 N, SLC, UT),

As Utah Royals FC and Real Salt Lake honor Mental Health Awareness Month, the Club encourages all fans, staff, and players to remember that they are never alone. Reaching out for support is a sign of strength. Together with our partner Intermountain Health, here’s how we're working to support mental

May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and encouraging open conversations around mental well-being. Established in 1949 by Mental Health America, the month serves as a reminder that caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your physical health.

Each May, Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month is celebrated as a way to recognize the rich history and cultural traditions of AANHPI communities as well as offer a way to learn more about the vast population present in Utah and across the United States. The

By: Maximiliano Reyes Real Salt Lake and Utah Royals continued its commitment to the community this week with a visit to the Boys & Girls Club of Murray, combining hands-on service with an unforgettable soccer clinic for local youth. The day began with a volunteer cleanup effort, as players and

HERRIMAN, UT (Tuesday April 28, 2026) - Utah Royals FC announced today Aria Nagai as its nominee for the 2026 Lauren Holiday Impact Award, presented by Nationwide, recognizing an NWSL player for outstanding service and character off the pitch. All 16 nominees were announced by the league today. The Lauren

By Mickinley Briggs The Women’s Leadership Institute brought its April Career Development Series to the Interform Club at America First Field, gathering women from across Utah for a morning focused on Courageous Leadership and Mental Health. Hosted in partnership with the Larry H. Miller Company, the event explored breaking the

By Mickinley Briggs The Tony Finau Foundation Literacy Center is a vibrant space tucked behind an elementary school in West Valley, Utah with walls covered in colorful murals of the alphabet and quotes encouraging kids to read, dream, and imagine. On a sunny afternoon in March, that space came to

By: Maximiliano Reyes Black History Month honors legacy and legacy lives forward. For Kameron Simmonds, legacy is not an idea. It is lived. It is inherited. It is worn across her chest in black, green, and gold. Grandfather. Father. Daughter. Three generations representing Jamaica on the international stage.

Throughout the month of February, Real Salt Lake and Utah Royals FC join communities across the country in celebrating Black history, honoring Black voices in our sport, and reaffirming our commitment to inclusion, respect, and opportunity for all. But understanding the history behind Black History Month is just as important

It’s not always easy to know how to honor Black History Month and celebrate the accomplishments of African-Americans in our communities. Although there are countless opportunities to do so, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Well, don’t despair. We’ve got you! A great way to honor and

As Black History Month begins, Real Salt Lake and Utah Royals FC are finding meaningful ways to celebrate and uplift Black history and culture across the state of Utah. There are many events throughout the state for all to find ways to celebrate. Rather than celebrating on the pitch at

The Utah Royals family and the entire Real Salt Lake organization are proud to join the nationwide celebration of Hispanic and Latinos Heritage Month, taking place from September 15 through October 15. As part of this month-long recognition, the club will host their annual Hispanic and Latinos Heritage Matches at

Since 1968, Hispanic and Latin Heritage Month has been observed nationwide to honor the rich history, culture, and lasting impact of Hispanic and Latin Americans in the United States. Unlike most heritage months, it begins on September 15 and runs through October 15, A timeframe that commemorates the victory of

Each year from September 15 to October 15, the nation comes together to celebrate Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month, a time to honor the history, culture, and countless contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans who continue to shape the story of the United States. The observance begins in mid-September to

Juneteenth National Independence Day is a federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the state of Texas on June 19, 1865, with the first celebrations of the event beginning the following year. Juneteenth was officially recognized as a federal holiday back in 2021. While the specific date

On June 19, 1865, freedom finally reached the final stronghold of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth commemorates that crucial day, marking the moment when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas to deliver the news that the Civil War had ended and enslaved people were now free. Though President Abraham

In celebration of Juneteenth, Real Salt Lake and Utah Royals FC continue to honor Black history, culture, and freedom through club and community engagement across the state of Utah. This year, Utah Royals FC will host its official Juneteenth match on Saturday, June 21, when the Club welcomes Seattle Reign

This Thursday, June 19, Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals FC, Real Monarchs, and the RSL Academy will join in celebrating Juneteenth—a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States and honors Black freedom and resilience. Juneteenth became a federally recognized holiday in 2021, and Utah followed suit

Mental health in sports is an increasingly important topic, highlighting the psychological challenges athletes face both on and off the field as they strive for peak performance while navigating intense pressure and public scrutiny. Through the partnership with Intermountain Health, Real Salt Lake and Utah Royals FC are leading the

For the last 75 years, Mental Health America, its affiliates, and numerous other international and domestic organizations recognize the month of May as the official “Mental Health Awareness Month,” a time to spread the word about positive mental health. During this month, Real Salt Lake and Utah Royals FC join

Black History Month, also known as African-American History Month, is an annual February recognition of African Americans and the critical role the group has played in both the founding and shaping of the United States of America. First celebrated as “Negro Week” in 1926, Black History Month was founded by

Upon the Bicentennial of the United States in 1976, U.S. President Gerald Ford first recognized Black History Month and encouraged Americans to honor the neglected accomplishments of African-Americans in every area of endeavor throughout America’s history. Ten years later, Congress designated the month of February as National Black History Month,

The Utah Royals Football Club, in collaboration with America First Credit Union, is thrilled to present the final installment of our Women in Business Series, a celebration of women who have paved successful career paths in their respective industries while making meaningful contributions to their communities. This series has spotlighted