History of Ballard FC in Timeline

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Ballard FC

Ballard FC is an American soccer club located in Seattle, Washington, participating in the USL League Two's Northwest Division. The team commenced operations in the 2022 season and achieved their first league championship in 2023. Interbay Stadium is their usual home ground, where they share the venue with their women's affiliate, Salmon Bay FC. During the 2024 season, their temporary home venue was Memorial Stadium at the Seattle Center.

1997: Interbay Stadium Built

In 1997, Interbay Stadium was built for the Seattle Pacific Falcons.

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2011: Kitsap Pumas Win Championship

In 2011, the Kitsap Pumas won the league's championship, the first team from Washington to do so.

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2021: Club Founding

In 2021, Ballard FC was founded by Lamar Neagle, Chris Kaimmer, and Sam Zisette and based in the Ballard neighborhood.

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May 21, 2022: League Debut

On May 21, 2022, Ballard FC made their league debut, defeating Lane United FC 6–1.

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December 2022: Crest Release

In December 2022, Ballard FC's club crest was released alongside the founding announcement.

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2022: Ballard FC Inaugural Season

In 2022, Ballard FC began play in the Northwest Division of USL League Two.

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2022: Inaugural Jersey Release

In 2022, Ballard FC's primary jersey was released, cream-colored with red accents and a sublimated wave pattern.

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July 2023: Coaching Change

In July 2023, Jason Farrell left the club and was replaced by Ethan O'Neill as interim head coach.

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August 5, 2023: USL League Two Championship Victory

On August 5, 2023, Ballard FC won their first USL League Two Championship, defeating Lionsbridge FC 2–1.

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2023: Pagliacci Pitch Sponsorship

In 2023, Ballard FC signed a sponsorship agreement with Pagliacci Pizza to rename the pitch to the Pagliacci Pitch.

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2023: First League Championship

In 2023, Ballard FC won their first league championship.

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2023: Playoff Qualification

In 2023, Lesia Thetsane was a finalist for the USL2 Player of the Year Award and one of 14 players to return for the club's second season.

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March 20, 2024: First U.S. Open Cup Match

On March 20, 2024, Ballard FC played their first U.S. Open Cup match at Memorial Stadium, losing 1–0 to Spokane Velocity FC.

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2024: Move to Memorial Stadium

In 2024, Ballard FC temporarily moved to Memorial Stadium for the regular season due to renovations at Interbay Stadium but returned for the playoffs.

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2024: U.S. Open Cup Qualification

In 2024, the club earned qualification to the U.S. Open Cup following their championship win.

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