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On This Day 30 Years Ago 🏆🌎    July 17, 2024, marks a major milestone in Los Angeles soccer story – the 30th anniversary of the 1994 FIFA World Cup Final held at the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California.    The 1994 FIFA World Cup Final was a historic event that captivated audiences around the globe. It was a match that not only highlighted the beauty and excitement of the World’s Game but also brought together fans from all over to celebrate the spirit of soccer across the Los Angeles region.     Over the past 30 years, the legacy of the 1994 FIFA World Cup has been instrumental in accelerating the growth of the game in Los Angeles. It inspired countless young athletes and helped establish Los Angeles as one of the premier soccer cities in North America.     In less than two years, we could not be prouder to have the FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States return to Los Angeles, with projections showing the 39-day tournament will deliver more than $594 million in economic impact for the greater Los Angeles region.     For more, visit LosAngelesFWC26.com.   #FIFAWorldCup #WeAre26 #WeAreLosAngeles #LosAngeles26 #Somos26 #SomosLosÁngeles FIFA World Cup 26 Los Angeles™ | Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) | LA Galaxy | SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park | Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board | Los Angeles Rams

We are less than a month away!   Our 10th Annual Dodgers All-Access event returns to Dodger Stadium on August 8th! Join us for photo opportunities, conversations with franchise legends, and enjoying dinner on the field. Purchase your all-access pass at https://lnkd.in/gESWwxma.   #DodgersAllAccess Los Angeles Dodgers | Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation

On This Day 25 Years Ago 🏆🇺🇸   Today, we commemorate a historic milestone in LA soccer history! On July 10, 1999, the U.S. Women’s National Team captured the hearts of millions as they won the FIFA Women's World Cup™ at the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California.   This victory wasn’t just a win on the field; it was a groundbreaking moment that inspired a new generation and ignited a passion for soccer across the nation.   The legacy of the 1999 World Cup continues to enhance Los Angeles’ reputation as a premier destination for major sporting events that foster economic growth and community pride. Photo by John Todd/ISI Photos/Getty Images FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States | U.S. Soccer Federation | Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) | LA Galaxy | SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park | Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board | Los Angeles Rams | FIFA World Cup 26 Los Angeles™

Last week, we announced our newest partnership with FOX Sports to bring select CONMEBOL Copa America 2024 matches to our Los Angeles venue at Hollywood Park . Starting this weekend, soccer fans can experience the third-place and final matches in immersive, #SharedReality at Cosm Los Angeles. Get tickets on Cosm.com or through our app on the App Store and Google Play. Learn more about our partnership and what to expect at these upcoming marquee events coming to Cosm at the Sports Business Journal link below.

CONMEBOL Copa America 2024™ delivered another memorable week of soccer for the Los Angeles region!     SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park played host to more than 140,000 passionate fans from Brazil, Costa Rica, Mexico and Venezuela to cheer on their teams in the world’s oldest national team tournament, that was being played outside of South America for only the second time in its 108-year history.     The international crowd was on full display and a great representation of the diversity of the Los Angeles region.     We are thrilled to build on the excitement of these matches as we continue the road to hosting eight matches for the FIFA World Cup 26 Los Angeles™ in less than two years!  Photo by Mark Leech/Offside/Offside via Getty Images Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images #FIFAWorldCup #WeAre26 #WeAreLosAngeles #LosAngeles26 #Somos26 #SomosLosÁngeles

That’s a wrap on the 2024 PDP Summit!    It was such a pleasure welcoming 27 incredible students from 21 universities around the U.S. to be part of our weeklong professional development program. The week was filled with professional workshops, conversation with industry leaders and the opportunity to immerse themselves in the LA sports business landscape by spending time at BMO Stadium, SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park, Crypto.com Arena and Dodger Stadium. Thank you to our partners for opening your doors and sharing your knowledge with the next generation of sports professionals.     If you are looking for interns or entry-level employees for your upcoming needs, we would be happy to share opportunities with the 2024 #PDPSummit class. We are excited to see the class of 2024 shine bright in the years to come! 2024 Professional Development Program: Caydence Bach | Parker Barnes | Preston Barnes | Emilie Barrett | Kelly Beaupre | Admir Bendo | Emma Charney | Carter Cottrell | Robbie Duchesne | Brian Dyke | Delanie Gearing | Griffin Genobaga | Ryan Gonzalez | Brianna Henderson | Sydney Imus | Liz Lopez | Salvador Martinez Pinzon | Christopher Mitchell Jr. | Maddy Myer | Lucas Q. | Kyle Reims | Marcus Ruiz | Jaden S. | McKenzie Street | Ella Tichy | Nicolas Zambuto | Anastasia Zaynullina

When Los Angeles hosts eight matches for FIFA World Cup 2026™ - Canada, Mexico and the United States, including the U.S. Men’s National Team opening match, the region can expect to reap economic benefits far beyond any event held in recent years, according to a new report issued by Micronomics Economic Research and Consulting.     Projections show the L.A. region can expect $594 million in economic impact generated by the historic 39-day-long tournament and more than a quarter of a billion dollars in increased wages for employees in Southern California.     “Major sporting events are powerful economic engines with impact that goes far beyond the stadium walls,” said Kathryn S. Schloessman, President & CEO, Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission and FIFA World Cup 26 Los Angeles™ Host City Manager. “The surge in tourism connected to the FIFA World Cup 26 will be felt by the entire region, creating demand for local businesses, accelerating the need for job training and hiring, and serving as a lasting catalyst for economic activity in our hospitality, transportation, retail and entertainment sectors.”    To read the full summary visit LosAngelesFWC26.com. FIFA World Cup 26 Los Angeles™ | LA Galaxy | Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) | SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park | Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board | Los Angeles Rams | U.S. Soccer Federation

1 year ago, 75 years in the making. A banner event for the golf world, the 123rd U.S. Open Championship played the Los Angeles Country Club for the first time ever with over 150,000 in attendance. Last year's tournament marked a new chapter for major golf in LA with four more U.S. Opens between the men and women confirmed for the region. 📸: USGA/James Gilbert

Today, the Los Angeles region celebrates two years to go until the United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) opens their FIFA World Cup 26™ at SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park on June 12, 2026!      Los Angeles will be one of the primary host cities for the largest single-sport event in history, hosting five Group Stage matches, two Round of 32 knockout matches, and one Quarterfinal in 2026.       Over the next two years, the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee is preparing to welcome fans from across the globe as they begin their FIFA World Cup 26™ experience in the region. Led by the Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission with Co-Chairs Larry Freedman and Chris Klein, the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 Host Committee continues to build out legacy programs that focus on delivering substantial economic and community impact for Southern California.      “Los Angeles has set the stage for some of the greatest soccer moments that have taken place in North America and is home to a passionate fan base that stretches across every part of the region," said Gregg Berhalter, Head Coach, United States Men’s National Team (USMNT). "I can't think of a better place to welcome the world and kick off our FIFA World Cup 26 campaign on June 12, 2026 than at the state-of-the-art SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles.” Full Press Release: https://lnkd.in/eA3W4j_M Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC) | LA Galaxy | Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board | LASEC | SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park | U.S. Soccer Federation

NEW DATE! The 10th Annual Dodgers All-Access heads home to Dodger Stadium will now take place on August 8th. Exclusive activities await like pitching in the Dodgers bullpen, snapping pictures with team legends, enjoying dinner on the infield, and listening to insightful panels. Tickets, tables, and sponsorship packages are all available now at LASEC.net for purchase. We look forward to sharing more memories on the diamond this summer! #DodgersAllAccess | Los Angeles Dodgers