KANSAS
CITY, Kan., Oct. 19,
2023 /CNW/ - The Kansas City Current and CPKC
are proud to announce the first stadium for a women's professional
sports team built in the world will officially now be known as CPKC
Stadium.
The historic 10-year naming rights agreement is a continuation
of CPKC's long-established legacy of investing in women's
professional sports and a groundbreaking commitment to the
Kansas City community.
CPKC, which has its U.S. corporate headquarters in Kansas City, was created with the combination
of two historic railways – Canadian Pacific (CP) and Kansas City
Southern (KCS). The two companies combined on April 14, 2023 to form the first truly North
American rail network connecting Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.
"As we embarked on finding the perfect naming rights
partner, it was always about finding an organization where our
values and vision align. CPKC is that partner," said KC Current
co-founders and owners Angie and Chris
Long. "Our organizations share a commitment to strive for
excellence, invest heavily in our communities and raise the bar
with global influence. We are extremely excited to work with CPKC
on this historic agreement and know our partnership will create
long-standing positive impact!"
"We are incredibly proud to sponsor the Kansas City Current and
support this history-making project here in the city that is at the
heart of our North American rail network," said Keith Creel, CPKC President and CEO. "CPKC has
been a longtime champion of women's sports and of investing in our
communities. This stadium and this partnership with the Current
will build on that legacy as together we write a new chapter here
in Kansas City."
In addition to naming rights for CPKC Stadium, the outdoor
gathering space at the entrance to the stadium will be called CPKC
Plaza. The plaza will provide space to gather before stadium events
which include KC Current matches, other sporting events, concerts,
etc. CPKC Plaza will also house the permanent location of the
Kansas City Current team store.
CPKC will also be involved in the Current's community
initiatives. In 2023, CPKC is helping to renovate the STEM Lab at
East High School, a Title I school and the biggest high school in
Kansas City, just four miles from
the new stadium. More than 40 languages are spoken at East,
representing students from 42 countries, and making it one of the
most diverse schools in the metro area.
CPKC Stadium will have a focus on inclusivity and
sustainability, providing an entertaining and modern atmosphere for
fans that develops a passion and loyalty for KC Current and the
stadium. To learn more about 2024 season ticket memberships, visit
www.kansascitycurrent.com/seasontickets
About the Kansas City
Current
Founded in December 2020, the
Kansas City Current is led by the ownership group of Angie Long, Chris
Long, Brittany Mahomes and
Patrick Mahomes. The team
competes in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). The
Kansas City Current announced plans for the first stadium
purpose-built for a professional women's soccer team with expected
completion in 2024. To receive periodic updates on CPKC
Stadium at Berkley Riverfront Park, visit here to sign-up for more
information or to stay connected.
About CPKC
With its global headquarters in Calgary, Alta., Canada, CPKC is the first and only single-line
transnational railway linking Canada, the United
States and México, with unrivaled access to major ports from
Vancouver to Atlantic Canada to the Gulf of México to
Lázaro Cárdenas, México. Stretching approximately 20,000 route
miles and employing 20,000 railroaders, CPKC provides North
American customers unparalleled rail service and network reach to
key markets across the continent. CPKC is growing with its
customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services,
logistics solutions and supply chain expertise.
Visit cpkcr.com to learn more about the rail advantages
of CPKC.
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