INDIANAPOLIS (Tuesday, April 16, 2024) – In continuing its mission to grow soccer from the grass roots level across the state of Indiana and beyond, Indy Eleven has today announced a new partnership with Hamilton North FC as part of its Club Affiliate Program.
The Indy Eleven Club Affiliate Program now includes 22 partner clubs across the Hoosier State and into neighboring Illinois and serves more than 17,000 recreational-level players.
“Indy Eleven is excited to pair with Hamilton North FC to continue its efforts of supporting youth soccer programs with the goal of making soccer more accessible to all,” said Indy Eleven President & CEO Greg Stremlaw. “We hope that this partnership will encourage players at all levels to join in on the World’s Game while representing Indiana’s Team within their community.”
The initiative, which helps provide access to the sport, offers clubs a financial investment from Indy Eleven to help club growth, tickets for every registered member to an Indy Eleven match, technical coaching expertise from Indy Eleven Technical Staff and Youth Development Program, access to educational resources for players, coaches and referees, player appearances, discounted tickets for family and friends, club camps partnered with Indy Eleven and more.
As part of the program, each registered recreational player will represent Indiana’s Team by wearing variations of Indy Eleven jerseys at their respective clubs and receive tickets to an Indy Eleven match.
“We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Indy Eleven, a dynamic force in the sports world,” said Diane Handy, Hamilton North FC President. “Together, we look forward to achieving new heights of excellence and bringing unforgettable experiences.”
The club’s goal is to provide an opportunity for the youth in the Northern Hamilton Couty Indiana area to play soccer at a recreational and competitive level. HNFC strives to promote the game of soccer for the physical and mental benefit of the players, parents and coaches by providing an environment to develop and challenge all skill levels while encouraging good sportsmanship and fair play in its players, parents and coaches. For more information on Hamilton North FC, click here.
If your recreational soccer program is interested in learning more and/or becoming a partner, click this link to fill out a brief form to provide more information on your club. In addition, you may contact Brad Hauter, Indy Eleven VP of Marketing & Club Growth, at bhauter@indyeleven.com with any questions regarding the partnership program.
