As the team gears up for Pride on the Pitch, we sat down with each player to find out what Unity means to them.
About Pride on the Pitch:
On June 5, the first 5,000 fans through the gates will receive a limited-edition rainbow themed New Mexico United flag. Plus, a national anthem performance by the New Mexico Gay Men’s Chorus’ outreach ensemble, the NM QTones, and limited-edition rainbow themed merchandise!
Get your tickets for Pride on the Pitch
As the team gears up for Pride on the Pitch, we sat down with each player to find out what Unity means to them.
About Pride on the Pitch:
On June 5, the first 5,000 fans through the gates will receive a limited-edition rainbow themed New Mexico United flag. Plus, a national anthem performance by the New Mexico Gay Men’s Chorus’ outreach ensemble, the NM QTones, and limited-edition rainbow themed merchandise!
Get your tickets for Pride on the Pitch

Tommy Madden, Midfielder
“This club is about unity, for all of New Mexico and every New Mexican. I’m proud to be a part of a club that leads with inclusivity.”
Tommy Madden, Midfielder
“This club is about unity, for all of New Mexico and every New Mexican. I’m proud to be a part of a club that leads with inclusivity.”
Rashid Tetteh, Defender
“In point of fact, we should keep calm in the face of difference, and live our lives in a state to bring Unity in the Community.”
Rashid Tetteh, Defender
“In point of fact, we should keep calm in the face of difference, and live our lives in a state to bring Unity in the Community.”


Toni Soler, Midfielder
“Love has to be free and there should be protection for ALL couples. Love doesn't hurt. Hate does.”
Toni Soler, Midfielder
“Love has to be free and there should be protection for ALL couples. Love doesn’t hurt. Hate does.”
Manny Padilla, Defender
“Love wins.”
Manny Padilla, Defender
“Love wins.”


Daniel Bruce, Midfielder
“ ‘Darkness cannot drive out Darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that.’ – Dr. MLK Jr.
"This club, sport and state out to be a safe place for EVERYONE."
Daniel Bruce, Midfielder
“ ‘Darkness cannot drive out Darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that.’ – Dr. MLK Jr.
“This club, sport and state out to be a safe place for EVERYONE.”
Kevaughn Frater, Forward
“I love seeing people smile, and if I can put a smile on someone’s face by standing up for something greater than myself, United as one for a bigger purpose in life, I’m in!”
Kevaughn Frater, Forward
“I love seeing people smile, and if I can put a smile on someone’s face by standing up for something greater than myself, United as one for a bigger purpose in life, I’m in!”


Kenny Akamatsu, Midfielder
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”
– Helen Keller
Kenny Akamatsu, Midfielder
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”
– Helen Keller