History of Zions Bank Stadium in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 16, 2025

Zions Bank Stadium, located in Herriman, Utah, is a 5,000-seat soccer stadium. It serves as the home venue for multiple professional teams, including Real Monarchs (MLS Next Pro), Utah Warriors (Major League Rugby), Utah Archers (Premier Lacrosse League), and Salt Lake Shred (Ultimate Frisbee Association). This multi-purpose stadium supports a diverse range of sporting events.

August 2016: Construction Begins

In August 2016, construction commenced on the stadium and academy in Herriman, following the selection of the location earlier in the year by Real Salt Lake.

May 2017: Zions Bank Naming Rights Deal

In May 2017, Real Salt Lake and Zions Bank finalized a sponsorship agreement, granting Zions Bank the naming rights to the stadium.

May 2017: Campus Named for Zions Bank

In May 2017, the campus was officially named for Zions Bank, subsequent to the establishment of a naming rights sponsorship.

August 2017: Charter School Opens

In August 2017, the academy's charter school, focusing on a STEM curriculum and including an on-site dormitory, opened its doors.

January 2018: Real Salt Lake and Real Monarchs Begin Using Indoor Training Facilities

In January 2018, Real Salt Lake and Real Monarchs began utilizing the indoor training facilities, replacing the preseason camps previously held in California and Arizona.

March 31, 2018: Stadium Opening Delayed

The stadium's original opening date of March 31, 2018, was postponed to April due to construction delays.

July 2020: 2020 NWSL Challenge Cup Hosted

In July 2020, Zions Bank Stadium hosted the early rounds of the 2020 NWSL Challenge Cup, a special competition created to start the National Women's Soccer League's 2020 season after delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

2020: Premier Lacrosse League Championship Series Moved to Zions Bank Stadium

In 2020, the Premier Lacrosse League's Championship Series was relocated to Zions Bank Stadium, with the games played in July and August. Teams and staff were quarantined at the Real Salt Lake Training Academy. A permanent team, the Utah Archers, is scheduled to be based at the stadium but will continue on the league's touring schedule.

January 2022: Stadium and Real Monarchs Sold

In January 2022, the stadium and Real Monarchs were sold to David Blitzer and Ryan Smith.

2022: Salt Lake Shred Home Games Begin

In 2022, the Salt Lake Shred of the Ultimate Frisbee Association started playing their home games at Zions Bank Stadium.

2023: Utah Royals Announce Training Facility Expansion

In 2023, the Utah Royals of the National Women's Soccer League announced plans to expand the campus by 12,260 square feet (1,139 m) to build their own training facilities at the Zions Bank Real Academy.

April 18, 2025: Miller Sports + Entertainment Acquires Stadium

On April 18, 2025, Miller Sports + Entertainment, under Gail Miller, acquired the stadium as part of a $600 million transaction, also including Real Salt Lake's parent franchise, Real Monarchs.