I was in the Windy City this weekend for Emma Hayes’ announcement and press conference. On Saturday night, we went to the Chicago Fire game at Toyota Park. The whole time I was there, I kept thinking what an incredible opportunity this facility will provide in 2009 as the Chicago Women’s Professional Soccer Team‘s home stadium.
Chicago WPS General Manager Marcia McDermott, and Head Coach Emma Hayes, before the Chicago Fire game at Toyota Park.
Chicago WPS staff poses with the Windy City Rollers before the game.
Houston Dynamo warms up at the South end of Toyota Park Stadium, in front of the video screen and stage.
Banner of Peter Wilt, Chicago WPS President, draped over the Chicago Section 8 Supporter’s Section on the North End of the stadium. It reads, “The First Fan.” Peter was the first GM of the Chicago Fire and is well-known as a fan-friendly soccer businessman. Check out my April 18th interview with Peter here.
Fireworks explode beyond Emma Hayes during the National Anthem.
Houston Dynamo and Chicago Fire players lined up on the pitch during the National Anthem.
Peter Wilt, Chicago WPS President, is a celebrity at Toyota Park!
Chicago’s Section 8 Supporters are absolutely incredible.
Here’s a look at the pitch late into the second half. It was raining on and off throughout the game, but the fans stayed. They’re die-hard supporters in Chicago!
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Cant wait to support another fine organization in Chicago.
these are great, i’m so glad you posted these! too bad my big head is cutting off marcia’s head in the derby photo. keep up the good work! :)
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