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Forward Madison FC will kick off its home slate of USL League One games on May 15 against North Carolina FC, the club announced Tuesday. The Flamingos will not decide a home location for the 2021 season until they learn more about potential capacities for the 2021 season. 

“We are hopeful we will return to Breese Stevens Field for the 2021 Forward Madison season,” Owner & COO Conor Caloia said. “However, the current health orders allow for a maximum capacity of 500 fans, which does not create a viable business situation to return to Breese. Therefore, no decision on a stadium location for 2021 will be made until the next health orders go into effect on April 7.”

USL League One announced earlier this year that its teams will play a 28-game season with a flexible start date, allowing some matches to kick off as early as April 10. Forward Madison will not play its first game until May 8, when it travels to Arizona to take on FC Tucson.

Season tickets and group packages are available now on Forward Madison’s website.

Forward Madison FC will kick off its home slate of USL League One games on May 15 against North Carolina FC, the club announced Tuesday. The Flamingos will not decide a home location for the 2021 season until they learn more about potential capacities for the 2021 season. 

“We are hopeful we will return to Breese Stevens Field for the 2021 Forward Madison season,” Owner & COO Conor Caloia said. “However, the current health orders allow for a maximum capacity of 500 fans, which does not create a viable business situation to return to Breese. Therefore, no decision on a stadium location for 2021 will be made until the next health orders go into effect on April 7.”

USL League One announced earlier this year that its teams will play a 28-game season with a flexible start date, allowing some matches to kick off as early as April 10. Forward Madison will not play its first game until May 8, when it travels to Arizona to take on FC Tucson.

Season tickets and group packages are available now on Forward Madison’s website.

Forward Madison FC is proud to welcome the Accessimingos, an all inclusive FMFC supporters' group founded by and for disabled supporters celebrating each supporter’s unique abilities. The Accessimingos are the first supporters’ group in North America focused on supporters with disabilities. Founded by three fans –  Tyler Engel, Brian Messman and Bill Schultz – who use wheelchairs, the Accessimingos will focus on creating a welcoming environment for FMFC’s disabled supporters.

“The three of us tend to find ourselves sitting next to each other in the Flock End, so we wanted our experience to be shared by more people,” Schultz said. “Soccer’s a game for everyone, and as folks with disabilities, we’ve enjoyed our time supporting Forward Madison immensely.”

Forward Madison has committed to making several stadium improvements that the group requested. Going forward, Breese Stevens Field will have an alternative path to concessions, a ramp for the Flock End merchandise stand, and complimentary tickets for caregivers. These improvements follow several other modifications made previously by the Club including an accessible capo stand and handicapped accessible toilets in the Flock End.

According to Forward Madison COO & Owner Conor Caloia, these additions make Breese Stevens Field more welcoming to all fans.

“I want to congratulate Tyler, Bill and Brian and recognize the Flock for truly breaking ground in American soccer,” Caloia said. “We share their vision for a match day environment that is enjoyable, accessible and welcoming to all. We are excited to collaborate with them on facility improvements in 2021 and beyond to make Breese Stevens Field more accessible.”

According to Engel, the Accessimingos spent last year communicating about what a disabled supporters’ group would look like.

“It took a few chats to write down what we wanted to accomplish with this group,” Engel said “Our main goal is to make supporting Forward Madison inviting and accessible to everyone.”

For Messman, the new group can allow others to experience a passion that is close to his heart.

“It’s important to reach out to those who are nervous about coming to a game,” Messman said. “That’s how I was during my first time, but because I showed up I got to meet some great people and make new friends. I’ve been able to enjoy the game I love in the city I call home.”

Fans wanting to connect with the Accessimingos can now do so on their Facebook and Twitter pages. The new group will act as a subsidiary of The Flock, Forward Madison’s independent supporters’ association.

Forward Madison FC is proud to welcome the Accessimingos, an all inclusive FMFC supporters’ group founded by and for disabled supporters celebrating each supporter’s unique abilities. The Accessimingos are the first supporters’ group in North America focused on supporters with disabilities. Founded by three fans –  Tyler Engel, Brian Messman and Bill Schultz – who use wheelchairs, the Accessimingos will focus on creating a welcoming environment for FMFC’s disabled supporters.

“The three of us tend to find ourselves sitting next to each other in the Flock End, so we wanted our experience to be shared by more people,” Schultz said. “Soccer’s a game for everyone, and as folks with disabilities, we’ve enjoyed our time supporting Forward Madison immensely.”

Forward Madison has committed to making several stadium improvements that the group requested. Going forward, Breese Stevens Field will have an alternative path to concessions, a ramp for the Flock End merchandise stand, and complimentary tickets for caregivers. These improvements follow several other modifications made previously by the Club including an accessible capo stand and handicapped accessible toilets in the Flock End.

According to Forward Madison COO & Owner Conor Caloia, these additions make Breese Stevens Field more welcoming to all fans.

“I want to congratulate Tyler, Bill and Brian and recognize the Flock for truly breaking ground in American soccer,” Caloia said. “We share their vision for a match day environment that is enjoyable, accessible and welcoming to all. We are excited to collaborate with them on facility improvements in 2021 and beyond to make Breese Stevens Field more accessible.”

According to Engel, the Accessimingos spent last year communicating about what a disabled supporters’ group would look like.

“It took a few chats to write down what we wanted to accomplish with this group,” Engel said “Our main goal is to make supporting Forward Madison inviting and accessible to everyone.”

For Messman, the new group can allow others to experience a passion that is close to his heart.

“It’s important to reach out to those who are nervous about coming to a game,” Messman said. “That’s how I was during my first time, but because I showed up I got to meet some great people and make new friends. I’ve been able to enjoy the game I love in the city I call home.”

Fans wanting to connect with the Accessimingos can now do so on their Facebook and Twitter pages. The new group will act as a subsidiary of The Flock, Forward Madison’s independent supporters’ association.

Forward Madison has signed 19-year-old left back Heath Martin, adding an exciting prospect to its 2021 roster. Martin, who becomes this season’s youngest Flamingo, previously played for Atlanta United and DC United’s U-19 teams.

“It’s really exciting to sign my first pro contract,” Martin said. “It’s one of those things where you work hard for a really long time and then you get to celebrate the moment. But now I’m ready to get to work. The work’s just starting”

Martin signs for the Flamingos following an impressive outing at the club’s invite combine in February, where Head Coach Carl Craig said he stood out due to his confidence on the ball and defensive positioning off it.

“It didn’t matter that he’s a young lad, Heath was just being who he is, taking the game to the opponents and getting stuff done,” Craig said. “Heath’s somebody who could definitely attract interest from a higher level. This should be a great move for him in terms of growth and experience, but we also expect him to be important to us in battling for that championship.”

Martin is originally from Knoxville, Tenn., but started high school at IMG Academy – an athletic boarding school in Florida that has produced a number of U.S. National Team stars. From there, Martin moved to the Atlanta United academy in 2018 and the D.C. United academy in 2019.

After deciding to forgo college soccer to focus on his professional aspirations, Martin trained from home during much of the pandemic, chronicling his workouts on an Instagram page. Practice made perfect at Forward Madison’s combine, which Martin attended on a recommendation from FMFC assistant coach Neil Hlavaty’s former teammate, Brian Shriver.

“I felt like I left it all out on the field and showed all my qualities as a player,” Martin said. “I want to take the bar and raise it higher. That’s always been my mentality. I want to help us win as many games as possible.”

Forward Madison has signed 19-year-old left back Heath Martin, adding an exciting prospect to its 2021 roster. Martin, who becomes this season’s youngest Flamingo, previously played for Atlanta United and DC United’s U-19 teams.

“It’s really exciting to sign my first pro contract,” Martin said. “It’s one of those things where you work hard for a really long time and then you get to celebrate the moment. But now I’m ready to get to work. The work’s just starting”

Martin signs for the Flamingos following an impressive outing at the club’s invite combine in February, where Head Coach Carl Craig said he stood out due to his confidence on the ball and defensive positioning off it.

“It didn’t matter that he’s a young lad, Heath was just being who he is, taking the game to the opponents and getting stuff done,” Craig said. “Heath’s somebody who could definitely attract interest from a higher level. This should be a great move for him in terms of growth and experience, but we also expect him to be important to us in battling for that championship.”

Martin is originally from Knoxville, Tenn., but started high school at IMG Academy – an athletic boarding school in Florida that has produced a number of U.S. National Team stars. From there, Martin moved to the Atlanta United academy in 2018 and the D.C. United academy in 2019.

After deciding to forgo college soccer to focus on his professional aspirations, Martin trained from home during much of the pandemic, chronicling his workouts on an Instagram page. Practice made perfect at Forward Madison’s combine, which Martin attended on a recommendation from FMFC assistant coach Neil Hlavaty’s former teammate, Brian Shriver.

“I felt like I left it all out on the field and showed all my qualities as a player,” Martin said. “I want to take the bar and raise it higher. That’s always been my mentality. I want to help us win as many games as possible.”

Forward Madison has signed Phil Breno ahead of its 2021 season, adding the team’s first goalkeeper to a new-look squad under head coach Carl Craig. Breno, 25, previously played in 13 competitive matches across two seasons with the USL Championship’s Charleston Battery. 

“When I started doing a bit of research on Madison, there was something that made it feel like a home,” Breno said. “I know how important community is to the club and how important the club is to the Madison community. I’m looking forward to not only being the last line of defense on the field, but also somebody who does the other part of the job, which is being present off it.”

Breno came into his own during the 2020 season, starting eight of Charleston’s 15 regular season games. According to Craig, Breno will be part of a competition for the Flamingos’ #1 spot, but has the maturity to serve the team well in any role.

“Phil is a player who’s got good experience, a good head on his shoulders and he’s quite comfortable with his feet,” Craig said. “With lots of build-up from the back, it’s important that your goalkeeper is technically competent. Phil brings quality as a shot stopper, but distribution is one of his greatest attributes as well.”

Breno grew up in Maryland, and his 6’2” frame initially led him to star in basketball as well as soccer. He opted to pursue the latter in college, finding success at both the University of Maryland, Baltimore County – where he made the College Cup Final Four in 2014 – and William & Mary, where he played every minute during his senior year.

After graduating, Breno signed for Charleston ahead of the 2019 USL Championship season. His first competitive win came in the U.S. Open Cup against Forward Madison foe Greenville Triumph, a team the Flamingos have yet to beat. For Breno, his move to Wisconsin represents a logical next step in his career.  

“This past year with COVID, it was quite difficult to have any community interaction,” Breno said. That has always been something that I feel is important to have as a professional athlete and in general. I’m really looking forward to getting to Madison and seeing what kind of opportunities I can have in reaching out and getting to know everyone there.”

Forward Madison has signed Phil Breno ahead of its 2021 season, adding the team’s first goalkeeper to a new-look squad under head coach Carl Craig. Breno, 25, previously played in 13 competitive matches across two seasons with the USL Championship’s Charleston Battery. 

“When I started doing a bit of research on Madison, there was something that made it feel like a home,” Breno said. “I know how important community is to the club and how important the club is to the Madison community. I’m looking forward to not only being the last line of defense on the field, but also somebody who does the other part of the job, which is being present off it.”

Breno came into his own during the 2020 season, starting eight of Charleston’s 15 regular season games. According to Craig, Breno will be part of a competition for the Flamingos’ #1 spot, but has the maturity to serve the team well in any role.

“Phil is a player who’s got good experience, a good head on his shoulders and he’s quite comfortable with his feet,” Craig said. “With lots of build-up from the back, it’s important that your goalkeeper is technically competent. Phil brings quality as a shot stopper, but distribution is one of his greatest attributes as well.”

Breno grew up in Maryland, and his 6’2” frame initially led him to star in basketball as well as soccer. He opted to pursue the latter in college, finding success at both the University of Maryland, Baltimore County – where he made the College Cup Final Four in 2014 – and William & Mary, where he played every minute during his senior year.

After graduating, Breno signed for Charleston ahead of the 2019 USL Championship season. His first competitive win came in the U.S. Open Cup against Forward Madison foe Greenville Triumph, a team the Flamingos have yet to beat. For Breno, his move to Wisconsin represents a logical next step in his career.  

“This past year with COVID, it was quite difficult to have any community interaction,” Breno said. That has always been something that I feel is important to have as a professional athlete and in general. I’m really looking forward to getting to Madison and seeing what kind of opportunities I can have in reaching out and getting to know everyone there.”

Forward Madison midfielder Michael Vang will train with the Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer during preseason, the clubs announced Sunday. Vang, 20, was the Flamingos’ top scorer in 2020, notching four goals in 13 games.

Vang’s addition to Chicago’s preseason roster comes as part of a partnership between the Flamingos and the Fire, which was announced in 2020 and will continue this year. Vang is still under contract with Forward Madison, having re-signed in November after a breakout campaign.

“I’m really excited to show what I’m capable of doing and give a good impression on the coaches over there,” Vang said. “This partnership has been really important for myself and the club. They kept tabs on guys over here last season and Madison gave me a chance to showcase what I’ve got on the field.”

Head coach Carl Craig, who is preparing for his first season in Madison, will also spend time in the Fire’s camp. Vang is the second Forward Madison player to have practiced with Chicago, joining current Flamingos defender Christian Díaz, who trained with the Fire a year ago.

The Fire are set to kick off their season in early April, while Forward Madison will begin its preseason in late March ahead of a planned May 8 start date.

“I think it’s a really good step In the right direction,” Vang said. “It’s MLS so the level’s going to be higher and the expectations are going to be higher, but I feel ready for it.”

Forward Madison midfielder Michael Vang will train with the Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer during preseason, the clubs announced Sunday. Vang, 20, was the Flamingos’ top scorer in 2020, notching four goals in 13 games.

Vang’s addition to Chicago’s preseason roster comes as part of a partnership between the Flamingos and the Fire, which was announced in 2020 and will continue this year. Vang is still under contract with Forward Madison, having re-signed in November after a breakout campaign.

“I’m really excited to show what I’m capable of doing and give a good impression on the coaches over there,” Vang said. “This partnership has been really important for myself and the club. They kept tabs on guys over here last season and Madison gave me a chance to showcase what I’ve got on the field.”

Head coach Carl Craig, who is preparing for his first season in Madison, will also spend time in the Fire’s camp. Vang is the second Forward Madison player to have practiced with Chicago, joining current Flamingos defender Christian Díaz, who trained with the Fire a year ago.

The Fire are set to kick off their season in early April, while Forward Madison will begin its preseason in late March ahead of a planned May 8 start date.

“I think it’s a really good step In the right direction,” Vang said. “It’s MLS so the level’s going to be higher and the expectations are going to be higher, but I feel ready for it.”

Forward Madison FC has teamed up with the Featherstone Flamingos, an inclusive supporters’ group of the club that celebrates Black culture, to release a Jesse Owens-inspired track jacket in honor of Black History Month. The club will donate 100 percent of proceeds from the jacket, which commemorates several races Owens ran at Breese Stevens Field in 1938, to YWCA Madison.

Forward Madison FC has teamed up with the Featherstone Flamingos, an inclusive supporters’ group of the club that celebrates Black culture, to release a Jesse Owens-inspired track jacket in honor of Black History Month. The club will donate 100 percent of proceeds from the jacket, which commemorates several races Owens ran at Breese Stevens Field in 1938, to YWCA Madison.

Featherstone Flamingos co-president Chris Fox, who designed the jacket, said he wanted to create a piece that could showcase a lesser-known part of Madison’s Black history.

“Our city of Madison has a Black community that I feel is overshadowed very often,” Fox said. “It’s very important that the African-American community in Madison knows that things like the Jesse Owens exhibition did happen here. I think that’s a very cool and pivotal moment in Madison’s athletic history that a lot of people don’t know about.”

Owens, who famously won four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, participated in three exhibition races at Forward Madison’s current home stadium in 1938. According to COO & Owner Conor Caloia, honoring Madison’s Black history is part of FMFC’s social justice mission.  

“We are honored to be working with the Featherstone Flamingos to celebrate the Black History at Breese Stevens Field,” Caloia said. “We are proud we can work together to benefit YWCA Madison in their mission to eliminate racism and empower women.”

The Jesse Owens-inspired track jacket is available now on Forward Madison’s web store.

Featherstone Flamingos co-president Chris Fox, who designed the jacket, said he wanted to create a piece that could showcase a lesser-known part of Madison’s Black history.

“Our city of Madison has a Black community that I feel is overshadowed very often,” Fox said. “It’s very important that the African-American community in Madison knows that things like the Jesse Owens exhibition did happen here. I think that’s a very cool and pivotal moment in Madison’s athletic history that a lot of people don’t know about.”

Owens, who famously won four gold medals at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, participated in three exhibition races at Forward Madison’s current home stadium in 1938. According to COO & Owner Conor Caloia, honoring Madison’s Black history is part of FMFC’s social justice mission.  

“We are honored to be working with the Featherstone Flamingos to celebrate the Black History at Breese Stevens Field,” Caloia said. “We are proud we can work together to benefit YWCA Madison in their mission to eliminate racism and empower women.”

The Jesse Owens-inspired track jacket is available now on Forward Madison’s web store.

Forward Madison FC has signed 22-year-old winger Tyler Allen, adding an injection of pace to its 2021 roster. Allen, who spent the 2020 season with Reno 1868 of the USL Championship, figures to add a new dynamic to the right side of the Flamingos’ attack.

“The coaching staff told me about the style of play they want this year, and it really matches what I can do,” Allen said. “I really like to use my speed to go at players one-on-one and get in behind the defense, so hopefully I can do some of that this upcoming season.”

Allen’s signing adds a second winger to the Flamingos’ squad, joining former Charlotte Independence forward Derek Gebhard. According to Head Coach Carl Craig, Allen’s upside and playstyle could lead him to success with the Flamingos.

“Tyler is a player who could easily go on to a higher level in the future,” Craig said. “He is exceptionally quick – I’d call him our Roadrunner. He’s also got great close control, he’s very good at one-on-one dribbling and he looks to get forward in an exciting manner.”

Allen, who is originally from Hawaii, grew up playing for the Honolulu Bulls youth club and Mid-Pacific Institute in high school. A trip to the mainland led to an offer from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, where he played from 2016 to 2020. Originally recruited as a winger, Allen also played regularly as a right back for UNLV.

Allen was a late addition for Reno in 2020, signing in July,  and ultimately didn’t feature for a team that topped the USL Championship’s regular season standings. As he trades mountains for Madison, Allen said his time with the Flamingos will give him the chance to stand out.

“I want to score goals, get assists and contribute as much as I can to the team,” Allen said. “I’ve heard great things about the club, so I hope that we can have the fans back as soon as possible. I’m excited to meet them and score some goals for them.”

Forward Madison FC has signed 22-year-old winger Tyler Allen, adding an injection of pace to its 2021 roster. Allen, who spent the 2020 season with Reno 1868 of the USL Championship, figures to add a new dynamic to the right side of the Flamingos’ attack.

“The coaching staff told me about the style of play they want this year, and it really matches what I can do,” Allen said. “I really like to use my speed to go at players one-on-one and get in behind the defense, so hopefully I can do some of that this upcoming season.”

Allen’s signing adds a second winger to the Flamingos’ squad, joining former Charlotte Independence forward Derek Gebhard. According to Head Coach Carl Craig, Allen’s upside and playstyle could lead him to success with the Flamingos.

“Tyler is a player who could easily go on to a higher level in the future,” Craig said. “He is exceptionally quick – I’d call him our Roadrunner. He’s also got great close control, he’s very good at one-on-one dribbling and he looks to get forward in an exciting manner.”

Allen, who is originally from Hawaii, grew up playing for the Honolulu Bulls youth club and Mid-Pacific Institute in high school. A trip to the mainland led to an offer from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, where he played from 2016 to 2020. Originally recruited as a winger, Allen also played regularly as a right back for UNLV.

Allen was a late addition for Reno in 2020, signing in July,  and ultimately didn’t feature for a team that topped the USL Championship’s regular season standings. As he trades mountains for Madison, Allen said his time with the Flamingos will give him the chance to stand out.

“I want to score goals, get assists and contribute as much as I can to the team,” Allen said. “I’ve heard great things about the club, so I hope that we can have the fans back as soon as possible. I’m excited to meet them and score some goals for them.”

Just Coffee Cooperative raised 8909 dollars for the Flock Soccer Fund in 2020 through sales of its Forward Madison-themed roast, the team announced Monday.

The Flamingos announced a partnership with the local coffee maker in 2019 and released Wake The Flock Up together in December of that year. 

Just Coffee donated $1 from each 12-ounce bag, $2 from each 2-pound bag and $5 from each 5-pound bag to The Flock Soccer Fund, a charity run by Forward Madison’s supporters that helps give underserved communities the opportunity to play soccer.  

Just Coffee Cooperative raised 8909 dollars for the Flock Soccer Fund in 2020 through sales of its Forward Madison-themed roast, the team announced Monday.

The Flamingos announced a partnership with the local coffee maker in 2019 and released Wake The Flock Up together in December of that year. 

Just Coffee donated $1 from each 12-ounce bag, $2 from each 2-pound bag and $5 from each 5-pound bag to The Flock Soccer Fund, a charity run by Forward Madison’s supporters that helps give underserved communities the opportunity to play soccer.