Virginia Beach United Hosts DC United U-23 on June 22, 2024
Virginia Beach, VA - June 21, 2024 - Virginia Beach United is thrilled to announce that it will compete in an exciting exhibition match against D.C. United U-23 at 7 pm on June 22nd at the Virginia Beach Sportsplex.
Founded in 2011 by the Major League Soccer franchise D.C. United, the D.C. United U-23 squad serves as the most senior development side of the club’s extensive youth programs. The DCU academy has produced several notable players, including U.S. National Team goalkeeper Bill Hamid and Honduras National Team defender Andy Najar.
D.C. United itself is a domestic powerhouse. The football club boasts an impressive trophy cabinet that features four MLS Cups, four Supporters’ Shields, three U.S. Open Cups, and six Eastern Conference championships. Internationally, the club has won a COPA Interamericana and the CONCACAF Champions League once.
This game marks a great opportunity for the VBU players and for the fans within Virginia Beach and the greater Hampton Roads area as a whole. It will be VB United’s first-ever matchup against the DC United franchise which will be a monumental accomplishment for the club. This game also marks our youth photo night where we encourage all youth players to wear their club jerseys and we take a group photo on the field during halftime.
This game not only marks a great opportunity for the VBU players, but also for the fans within both Virginia Beach and the greater Hampton Roads area. On top of that, Virginia Beach United will debut a never-before-seen third kit – an all-white jersey that stands out from any kit previously worn by VBU. After the game, fans can bid on the game-worn jerseys, with all proceeds going to support the Boys and Girls Club of Southeast Virginia.
The highly anticipated event promises an action-packed evening of soccer that presents a unique opportunity for VBU to test their mettle against a formidable opponent outside of the bounds of USL2 contests. Media members are encouraged to attend. For any questions regarding press access, contact VBU Assistant GM Joey Harrington at the contact below.
Fans are also invited to enjoy the match. The game kicks off at 7:00 PM, with gates opening at 6:00 PM. Ticket prices are $10 for adults, and $7 for youth. Purchase your tickets at vbunited.com/tickets
For group tickets, contact Chuck Thornton, chuck@beachsportsplex.com, for more information
For more information, visit www.vbunited.com
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Media Contact
Joey Harrington
Email: jharrington@vbunited.com
Join us on June 22 for a memorable night of soccer and support Virginia beach United as it takes on the rising stars of D.C. United U-23!