Fort Wayne had plenty to celebrate over the Fourth of July weekend, and soccer fans got an extra dose of good news: Fort Wayne FC not only hosted a ribbon-cutting grand opening at Ruoff Mortgage Stadium, but the club also extended its unbeaten streak to 11 matches with a 1-0 shutout victory over Spokane Velocity FC.
The stadium grand opening was a milestone moment for the community, marking the formal debut of the new venue that Fort Wayne FC now calls home. The ribbon-cutting ceremony was accompanied by another exciting announcement — the club revealed its new official mascot, adding even more energy and identity to the growing soccer organization.
On the pitch, Fort Wayne FC continued to impress, keeping a clean sheet against Spokane to stretch an impressive unbeaten run that has defined their season so far. The combination of a competitive on-field performance and a festive off-field celebration made for a memorable holiday weekend at Ruoff Mortgage Stadium.
The grand opening adds to a busy and uplifting stretch for Fort Wayne, which also saw its inaugural Fourth of July Parade march through downtown on Saturday, bringing the community together in celebration of the holiday.
Sources: WANE 15, The Journal Gazette
