Indiana’s Team will serve as IBE Summer Celebration sponsor
INDIANAPOLIS (Friday, May 10, 2024) – Indy Eleven has today announced a partnership with the Indiana Black Expo, which is highlighted by the club serving as a sponsor for IBE’s Summer Celebration, with the mission of further exposing IBE’s youth to soccer in the Circle City and beyond.
One of the largest cultural events in the country, the IBE Summer Celebration will take place June 20-30, 2024 and include the Music Heritage Outdoor Concert at Michael A. Carroll Stadium as well as a variety of events and attractions.
“Indy Eleven is looking forward to partnering with the Indiana Black Expo to give its members exclusive experiences with Indiana’s Team on match day and beyond,” said Indy Eleven President & CEO Greg Stremlaw. “The Summer Celebration is one of the most exciting events to take place in Indianapolis and Indy Eleven can’t wait to support the Children’s Zone.”
The exhibit will feature engaging activities for youth of all ages during the Summer Celebration, with Indy Eleven offering fun and interactive soccer happenings.
Additionally, as part of what continues to be an expanding partnership, IBE members will receive exclusive ticket deals to Indy Eleven matches during the month of May against Hartford Athletic (May 18) and 2023 USL Champion Phoenix Rising FC (May 25), along with merchandise deals at The Indy Eleven Shop.
“IBE welcomes Indy Eleven inside the Children’s Zone at this year’s Summer Celebration. Indy Eleven’s mission to showcase the next level of soccer aligns with the focus of our Children’s Zone which is to provide interactive exhibits, resources and information designed to engage youth and families in a variety of activities, including sports,” said IBE President & CEO Alice Watson.
The Indiana Black Expo “celebrates cultural diversity and inclusiveness across all races, ethnicities, nationalities, generations, socioeconomic levels and religious affiliations.” The organization also seeks to provide unique events and programs that reflect the changing landscape of Indiana and the world. With 12 chapter affiliates across the state of Indiana, IBE is committed to excellence through personal enhancement and community development with the goal of improving quality life for all.
For more information on the Indiana Black Expo, click here.
Following a May 12 match-up at Eastern Conference foe Miami FC, Indy Eleven returns home to host Hartford Athletic on May 18 for Hometown Heroes Night. Single-game tickets are available for all matches via Ticketmaster. Season Ticket Packages can also be purchased, as well as tickets for groups and hospitality areas. For more information on these options click here. For questions, please email tickets@indyeleven.com or give us a call at 317.685.1100.
About Indy Eleven Professional Soccer
Since its launch in 2013, Indy Eleven’s dedication to its club and community has been driven by empowering a culture of excellence through its players and staff, staying true to its aim of fielding teams that represent the State of Indiana proudly on and off the field. The men’s professional soccer team currently plays in the United Soccer League (USL) Championship, a 24-team professional soccer league based across the United States. Indy Eleven also recently acquired a new top-tier women’s professional team in the Super League and is home to the USL W League 2023 National Champions. In addition to USL Academy operations, Pro Academies now operate in both MLS Next and ECNL. Indy Eleven established a youth development program that has grown to over 18,000 children via affiliated youth clubs across Indiana and into Illinois. Learn more at indyeleven.com
