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WASHINGTON, D.C.–Three years after launching It’s Everyone’s Game to dramatically increase access to soccer in underserved communities, the U.S. Soccer Foundation announced today that it has engaged 300,000 children in Soccer for Success and installed 380 mini-pitches nationwide. These milestones represent tremendous progress toward the goals of getting one million more kids playing soccer and creating 1,000 mini-pitches in underserved communities by 2026.

WASHINGTON, DC–Today, Black Women’s Player Collective (BWPC) announced that it has joined forces with Black Players for Change (BPC) to create 12 new mini-pitches in communities nationwide

WASHINGTON, D.C.–Three years after launching It’s Everyone’s Game to dramatically increase access to soccer in underserved communities, the U.S. Soccer Foundation announced today that it has engaged 300,000 children in Soccer for Success and installed 380 mini-pitches nationwide. These milestones represent tremendous progress toward the goals of getting one million more kids playing soccer and creating 1,000 mini-pitches in underserved communities by 2026.

SCOTLAND–When the world tunes in for the UEFA EURO 2020 matches at Hampden Park next summer, the action on the pitch will shine even more brightly than usual, with the installation of a new LED lighting system featuring cutting-edge special effects technology.

LONDON, ENGLAND – London Stadium is installing a state-of-the-art LED lighting system that will improve visibility and uniformity on the field of play, while also enhancing the overall entertainment experience with cutting-edge special effects technology.

The European Football for Development Network (EFDN) and Musco Lighting are teaming up to promote the social power of football and have agreed to a two-year partnership.

NEWARK, NJ–The first mini-pitches honoring Black Players for Change (BPC) were unveiled at West Side High School in Newark, NJ today.

OSKALOOSA, IOWA–The Oskaloosa community has a new high-quality recreational facility open and free for public use, after the recent installation of a soccer Mini-Pitch System™ modular sports solution developed and installed by Musco Lighting.

WASHINGTON, DC–Today, Black Players for Change, Musco Lighting, and the U.S. Soccer Foundation announced that community mini-pitches will be installed in honor of the founding 12 Executive Board Members of Black Players for Change (BPC) over the course of the next year.

DES MOINES, IA–Pro Iowa, the campaign that looks to bring professional soccer to Iowa, is expanding the world’s game through a unique partnership with Musco Lighting and Kick it Forward that will donate 10 uniquely designed futsal-sized pitches to communities across the state, a $1 million project in total.

LAMONI, IOWA–Kick It Forward accomplishes another first this month with its first ever two-pitch installation in Lamoni. This project doubles the number of mini-pitches in the KIF portfolio from two to four and broadens the Mini-Pitch System ™ modular sports solution footprint to southern Iowa.

FONTVIEILLE, MONACO–Stade Louis II in Monaco is a world-renowned venue that regularly hosts Ligue 1—the top French football division—as well as major UEFA matches and the annual World Athletics Diamond event, The Herculis.

DUBLIN, Ireland–An exciting new entertainment experience will greet athletes, performers, and fans attending events at Aviva Stadium, after the installation of cutting-edge special effects lighting technology.

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND–United Soccer Coaches, the U.S. Soccer Foundation, and Musco Lighting announced on Thursday the donation of a new Mini-Pitch System™ to the city of Baltimore to be placed at Hampden Elementary as part of the 2020 United Soccer Coaches Convention.

IQUIQUE, CHILE–The complete remodeling of the emblematic stadium will premiere Musco Lighting’s LED system, the first installation of this state-of-the-art technology in the country, with the help of our SportWelt distributors.

DES MOINES, IOWA–Kick It Forward’s ambition is to make soccer more accessible for kids and adults by giving players a safe place to play in their own neighborhoods.

WASHINGTON, D.C.–Girls and boys across the country, including thousands in underserved communities, will gain new access to Safe Places to Play over the next seven years thanks to a new and enhanced Mini-Pitch System™ designed for youth soccer.

BARCELONA, CATALONIA, SPAIN–Musco Lighting is collaborating on the project Johan Cruyff Stadium in the FC Barcelona Espai Barça project, collaborating as the Football Pitch LED Lighting Supplier.

DUBLIN, IRELAND–Athletes, spectators, and fans watching any of the broad array of international events staged at Aviva Stadium are in store for an even greater entertainment experience thanks to a state-of-the-art LED lighting system installed at the venue.

PARADISE, NEVADA–A state-of-the-art LED lighting system was installed at McCarran International Airport (LAS) which significantly enhances light quality, improves efficiency, and eliminates maintenance.

DES MOINES, IOWA–The Des Moines International Airport (DSM) has taken a major step toward reducing energy consumption at its A Concourse, while also greatly improving worker visibility in the concourse’s external gate areas, thanks to a state-of-the-art LED lighting system.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK–The U.S. Soccer Foundation and Musco Lighting, a global leader in sports lighting, have partnered with Energy Assist Foundation and 7-Eleven to announce the creation of 10 mini-pitches with Fields & Futures in Oklahoma City.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA–Energy Assist Foundation, Santa Fe South High School, Musco Lighting, and the U.S. Soccer Foundation have teamed up to unveil a new soccer mini-pitch in Oklahoma City on Friday, April 5th.

LONDON, ENGLAND–Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in north London is poised for its inaugural night match on Wednesday, April 3, which will showcase an LED lighting system highly customized to create a one-of-a-kind experience for players, spectators, and fans watching around the world.

SOUTHWELL, United Kingdom – When the new lights are turned on at Southwell Racecourse this Saturday, it will not only usher in a new era of floodlit racing at the historic venue, it will also be the first time a European racecourse is lit using LED technology.

NEWARK, N.J. – An innovative new soccer mini-pitch system was unveiled at Newark’s Luis Muñoz Marin School on Thursday, marking the fourth mini-pitch opened this year in Newark. The opening is part of a five-year partnership…

COLUMBUS, OH and OSKALOOSA, IA–ADB SAFEGATE Americas, LLC, and Musco Lighting have announced a partnership that will offer airports in the Americas a complete portfolio of solutions designed to improve operational performance, environmental impact, efficiency, and safety.

LONDON, ENGLAND–As the 2018-2019 English Premier League (EPL) season kicks-off, five clubs are set to unveil new pitch lighting at their home grounds, significantly enhancing visibility, broadcast quality, energy efficiency, and the overall stadium experience for players and spectators.

WASHINGTON D.C.–Youth soccer players from throughout Washington D.C. were on hand today for the unveiling of a new mini-pitch at Petworth Recreation Center, as part of a national effort to positively impact the lives of young people through participation in the sport.

WASHINGTON D.C.–Saturday night will mark D.C. United’s home debut at newly-built Audi Field, featuring a state-of-the-art LED lighting system designed to enhance the stadium experience and help advance the Club’s commitment to environmental responsibility.

LONDON, ENGLAND–Tottenham Hotspur has selected Musco Lighting as its Official Stadium Field of Play Lighting Supplier.

OSKALOOSA, IOWA–When the Iowa Cubs (I-Cubs)—AAA affiliate of the Chicago Cubs—debuted new LED lighting at Principal Park last season, it was an impressive showcase of how dramatically the technology can enhance the stadium experience for players and fans.

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI–A state-of-the-art LED system recently installed at Kauffman Stadium—known as “The K”—will result in significantly improved player and fan visibility, greater energy efficiency, and a heightened entertainment experience with new special effects capabilities.

OSKALOOSA, IOWA–Several Major League Baseball (MLB) organizations have had busy off seasons transitioning their stadium lighting to state-of-the-art LED systems, which will significantly enhance the experience for fans, greatly improve on-field visibility for players and umpires, and conserve energy.

MONTERREY, MEXICO–The Sultans of Monterrey wanted to install a lighting system that would give their fans an unrivaled entertainment experience, and that would also meet the lighting requirements of Major League Baseball (MLB).

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA–A state-of-the-art LED apron lighting system recently installed at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Terminal 4 enhances operations for pilots, air traffic controllers, and ground crew, while also reducing energy consumption at the terminal.

CHICAGO, IL–The U.S. Soccer Foundation is launching a national campaign, It’s Everyone’s Game, aimed at dramatically expanding its impact on children across the country through soccer-based programs.

MIDLAND, TEXAS–A recently installed, state-of-the-art LED lighting system at Midland International Air & Space Port (MAF) will significantly improve operations and efficiency for pilots, air traffic controllers, and ground staff.

LONDON, ENGLAND–Players, spectators, and fans from around the world watching the action on Wimbledon’s Centre Court will enjoy an enhanced experience for The Championships this year, following the recent installation of a state-of-the-art LED lighting system.

RICHMOND, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA–Vancouver International Airport (YVR) continues to be a leader in airport sustainability with the installation of a new state-of-the-art LED lighting system to its airfield.

AUBURN, ALABAMA–A newly installed LED lighting system at Samford Stadium-Hitchcock Field at Plainsman Park will significantly improve the experience for Auburn University baseball players and fans, with enhanced light quality and the virtual elimination of glare.

CLEMSON, SC AND OSKALOOSA, IA–Clemson University’s new multi-purpose recreation venue, LoConte Family Field, ushers in efficiency and light control for intramural sports with Musco’s LED sports lighting system.

OSKALOOSA, IOWA–TLC for LED is a trouble-free solution capable of controlling light with precision on the field to create an unmatched playing and viewing experience, while virtually eliminating glare and spill…

ORLANDO, FLORIDA–The City of Orlando recently installed a Musco LED system at Amway Center as part of Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer’s Green Works Orlando program that aims to transform the city into one of the most sustainable cities in the nation.

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA–The New Orleans Saints kicked off their 2016/2017 season at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome under a new LED lighting system by Musco Lighting.

IOWA CITY, IOWA–The University of Iowa takes a major step towards maximizing its energy efficiency and enhancing the entertainment experience at Carver-Hawkeye Arena with the installation of an LED system provided by Musco Lighting.

AMES, IOWA–Iowa State University’s Hilton Coliseum recently installed an LED system provided by Musco Lighting, helping the university offer a superior game day experience, while still maximizing its energy efficiency.

RICHMOND, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA–Vancouver International Airport (YVR) will set itself apart among the top airports in the world with the installation of a new state-of-the-art LED lighting system, designed by industry leader Musco Lighting, to enhance efficiency and streamline operations.

COLLEGE PARK, MARYLAND–The University of Maryland’s XFINITY Center will soon showcase the latest in sports lighting entertainment with the installation of an LED system provided by Musco Lighting.

DETROIT, MICHIGAN–On Sunday, September 18th, Ford Field – home of the Detroit Lions – unveiled an energy-efficient LED lighting system provided by Musco Lighting for the Lions’ first regular season home game against the Tennessee Titans.

SOUTH BEND, INDIANA–The University of Notre Dame will once more be on the leading edge of sports lighting technology with the installation of Musco Lighting’s SportsCluster® system at Notre Dame Stadium.

MIDDLESBROUGH, ENGLAND–For the 2016/2017 Premier League season, Middlesbrough Football Club unveiled Musco’s LED lighting solution.

BURNLEY, ENGLAND–Burnley Football Club returned to the Premier League in full force with the installation of Musco’s LED floodlights at Turf Moor.

LOS ANGELES, CA & OSKALOOSA, IA–Three decades ago, as part of its preparations for hosting the Summer Olympics, Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum partnered with Musco—the Official Supplier of Lighting to the 1984 Olympic Games—for the installation of a new lighting system for opening ceremonies and track and field competition.

Now, 32 years later, the Coliseum—home to the University of Southern California Trojans and the newly relocated Los Angeles Rams—will once again shine brighter under a state-of-the-art Musco lighting system.

SANFORD, FL & OSKALOOSA, IA—This summer, athletes from the Southeast will enjoy a one-of-a-kind tournament experience at Seminole County Sports Complex, now that the 15-field facility has unveiled Musco’s Light-Structure Green™ LED system.

SAN DIEGO, CA AND OSKALOOSA, IA–The San Diego Padres unveiled a new state-of-the-art LED lighting system by Musco Lighting at its home opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers on April 4th at Petco Park.

HOUSTON, TX and OSKALOOSA, IA—When Major League Baseball’s Houston Astros take the field on April 11 against the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park, it will be under Musco’s cutting-edge SportsCluster® system.

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO–Musco’s innovative LED lighting system has helped the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs (UCCS) solve a major issue with the surrounding community.

BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND–As the newest addition to the Barclays Premier League for the 2015 season, AFC Bournemouth demonstrated that its home field will shine brightly on the world stage with the addition of Musco’s state-of-the-art LED lighting solution at Vitality Stadium.

OSKALOOSA, IOWA–The University of Alabama’s Sewell – Thomas Stadium will soon make history as one of the first NCAA baseball fields lit with an LED light source.

NOTRE DAME, INDIANA AND OSKALOOSA, IOWA–The University of Notre Dame will add another groundbreaking accomplishment to its rich history with the installation of a new LED lighting system at Notre Dame Stadium as part of the university’s “Campus Crossroads” project. The new lighting solution provided by Musco Lighting…

SAN DIEGO, CA–Petco Park, home of Major League Baseball’s San Diego Padres, will take the next major step toward energy sustainability this offseason, with the installation of Musco’s SportsCluster® system. In partnership with Cisterra Development, installation will begin at the end of December and is scheduled to be completed in early January.

ARLINGTON, TX—The Dallas Cowboys unveiled a new state-of-the-art LED lighting system provided by Musco Lighting in their home opener on September 13.

SAN ANTONIO, TX–Spurs Sports & Entertainment and Bexar County have partnered with Musco to provide the AT&T Center with new state-of-the-art LED lighting as part of the $100+ million in technology and infrastructure renovations at the AT&T Center. The new Musco custom lighting system will include more than 200 luminaires and more than 40,000 LEDs featuring advanced individual optics that will direct the LEDs with pinpoint precision to dramatically reduce glare, enhance playability for athletes, improve HD broadcasts and create a stage-like atmosphere for spectators.

HOLLOWAY, LONDON–Arsenal Football Club unveiled Musco’s new state-of-the-art LED floodlights at their first evening game of the 2015/16 season against Liverpool at Emirates Stadium.

BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND–AFC Bournemouth has chosen Musco Lighting as its partner to install new floodlights using an LED light source at Vitality Stadium for its debut season in the Barclays Premier League.

SANFORD, FL–This fall, Seminole County will install Musco’s Light-Structure Green™ system with an LED light source at its new sports complex. The complex is set to open in the spring of 2016.

NEW YORK, NY–The National Park Service announces that the Statue of Liberty will shine as never before beginning the evening of July 7. A new lighting system will be activated at sunset, approximately 8:45 p.m., thanks to a generous donation of equipment by Musco Lighting of Oskaloosa, Iowa. Musco Lighting has had a close partnership…

KEYSTONE, SD & OSKALOOSA, IA–The more than two million visitors who travel to Mount Rushmore National Memorial each year will now enjoy an enhanced night time viewing experience, thanks to an innovative new lighting system with an LED light source that was recently installed at the memorial. The new system, custom designed and manufactured by Musco, will result in substantially less light pollution, while dramatically improving the lighting at the national memorial and saving energy.

DES MOINES, IOWA–The Iowa Events Center’s Wells Fargo Arena – home to the Iowa Energy, the Iowa Barnstormers, and the Iowa Wild – will take its entertainment experience to the next level thanks to a new, innovative LED lighting solution designed and manufactured by Musco Lighting.

COLDWATER, ONTARIO & OSKALOOSA, IOWA–The nearly 300,000 yearly skiers and snowboarders at the Mount St. Louis Moonstone Ski Resort (MSLM) will enjoy an experience few other resorts in the world can match, thanks to an innovative LED lighting system by Musco Lighting.

PHILADELPHIA–When the Philadelphia Flyers take the ice against the New Jersey Devils on Thursday, October 9, it will be under an innovative new LED lighting system, making the Wells Fargo Center one of the first NHL and NBA arenas to feature the state-of-the-art lights.

RALEIGH, N.C. & OSKALOOSA, Iowa–PNC Arena, home to the National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes, will usher in a new era for professional sports this season as the first NHL venue in the U.S. to feature LED lighting. The Centennial Authority has invested $650,000 in the innovative new system. This system represents the continuation of a relationship between the Centennial Authority, which owns PNC Arena, and Musco, which installed the facility’s original lights when it opened in 1999.

EMERSON, Ga.–LakePoint Sporting Community, the world’s largest sports vacation destination, has partnered with the leading innovator of sports lighting solutions, Musco Lighting, to provide a LED lighting system for enhanced playability and energy efficiency.