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Attention all supporters of valor and resilience! Prepare to witness the pinnacle of courage, skill, and unity embodied by Freedom United SC. This remarkable team, predominantly composed of veterans and active-duty members from the Air Force Academy, is set to conquer the skies in the esteemed TST event this upcoming June in Cary, NC!
Imagine the thunderous roar of jet engines, the breathtaking precision maneuvers, and the unwavering resolve as these seasoned aviators take flight. By sponsoring Freedom United, you align your brand with a group of individuals who epitomize sacrifice, honor, and dedication.
Now, to put things in perspective, our team wants to take a moment to break down the structure of this tournament and what positive opportunities it ultimately provides for all who partake in it…
The tournament is called “The Soccer Tournament” or “TST” for short. It is a 7 vs 7, winner-take-all soccer tournament for $1 million that features some of the best professional soccer clubs, players, and celebrities in the world! Some of the individuals and teams that participated last year include, but are not limited to:
- Chris Paul (NBA), Clint Dempsey (USMNT), Steve Nash (NBA), Cesc Fabregas (Arsenal/Barcelona/Chelsea), Chad Ochocinco (NFL), Chris Wondolowski (USMNT), DaMarcus Beasley (USMNT), Jermaine Jones (USMNT), Eddie Johnson (USMNT), Barkary Sako (EPL player), Noah Beck (Social Media), USWNT players, Borussia Dortmund (Bundesliga), West Ham United (EPL), Wolves (EPL), Charlotte FC (MLS), Como 1907 (Serie B), Club Necaxa (Liga MX), Wrexham Red Dragons (Owned by Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney), etc.
To say the least, the participants of this tournament are comprised of extremely well-known professional teams, celebrities, and players from across various sports, that all contribute to the popularity and excitement of the event!
This year, the field is also expanding from 32 teams to 48 teams, allowing for more high-profile individuals and professional soccer teams from the English Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, and more to join.
The rapid expansion and popularity of this event is something we see as not only a great opportunity for the members of our team, but also the individuals who sponsor us in our quest to take on this tournament.
To truly paint the picture of how big this event is, we wanted to quickly highlight a couple key points from last year’s tournament that may sway your viewpoint on this potential opportunity:
- Over 400+ teams applied for the 32 slots for last years tournament, with even more applications this year for the 2024 tournament.
- The tournament completely sold out their tickets last year, with over 35,000 people attending the event in-person and having over 20k people on a wait-list. They expect over 80k+ people to attend the event for this next year's tournament in 2024.
- The event is broadcasted by major networks including NBC, CNBC, Peacock, ESPN+, and Youtube TV with 714,000 people tuning in to watch the TST 7v7 finals alone.
- 10 million minutes were steamed on Peacock Plus alone.
- From 5/1/23 to 6/5/23, they had 67 million plus expressions across various social media channels, including Twitter (X), Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and Youtube.
- Teams are allowed 3 sponsorship placements on their jersey, allowing for more exposure and awareness of team’s sponsors.
- Sponsors are also offered the chance to secure optional “Festival Activation” spaces, which allow for further exposure of their brand, values, and overall mission to all who attend the event.
In order to truly take advantage of this tournament and the great opportunities it presents, we would love to have the support of you all.
Below are a couple of the benefits of supporting our noble cause:
- Demonstrate Patriotic Commitment: Your sponsorship showcases your unwavering support for our nation's heroes, honoring their service and sacrifices for our freedom.
- Inspire Resilience: By backing a team of veterans and active-duty members, you inspire resilience and determination, proving that adversity can be overcome with courage and perseverance.
- Enhance Brand Reputation: Associating your brand with Freedom United enhances your reputation as a company that values integrity, leadership, and excellence.
- Access to Unique Marketing Opportunities: Gain exposure through co-branded promotions, event signage, social media campaigns, and more, reaching a diverse audience passionate about aviation, patriotism, and camaraderie.
- Community Engagement: Engage with a loyal community of supporters, including military families, aviation enthusiasts, and patriotic citizens, fostering meaningful connections and long-lasting relationships.
- Legacy of Support: Leave a lasting impact by supporting a team that represents the best of our nation's armed forces, leaving a legacy of honor and inspiration for generations to come.
Our team has also come together and pledged to donate a portion of the prize money to charitable causes that support our Nation's military members and their families if we were to win the tournament!
So, we hope you join us in celebrating the spirit of service and excellence as Freedom United soars to victory in the TST event. Together, let's honor our heroes and inspire a nation with the power of unity and determination. Partner with Freedom United today and become a beacon of hope and gratitude in our shared journey toward greatness!
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Organisateur
Aaron Uribe
Organisateur
Arlington, VA