IRVINE, Calif. (September 18, 2018) – Following their collaboration on August 4th at Championship Soccer Stadium, during which Orange County SC technical staff and players wore special purple laces on matchday to bring awareness to the Alzheimer’s Association’s cause, the organizations today announced this partnership will continue to grow at the Orange County Great Park in Irvine on September 29th for the Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s event.
“We are thankful to have Orange County SC’s support in the battle to fight Alzheimer's disease,” said Alzheimer’s Association Executive Director Anne Grey. “Alzheimer's is the third leading cause of death in Orange County. Corporate support from organizations like Orange County SC, increases awareness that we are here to help and fund impactful research. This moves us closer to the goal of a world without Alzheimer’s."
Orange County SC’s record-breaking performance this year and first-place position in the USL Western Conference standings will help bring further attention to a disease which has so deeply and widely affected the local community—including many members of the team.
“Alzheimer's is a truly devastating disease that not only destroys lives, but significantly impacts the lives of everyone connected to it,” says Orange County SC Assistant GM & SVP of Player Recruitment & Soccer Operations Peter Nugent. “I have the utmost respect for people who dedicate their lives looking after loved ones who are affected by this debilitating illness. This is a battle that my family faces on a daily basis, and the more awareness and support we can raise to tackle this disease the better.”
In addition to participating in the walk itself, Orange County SC players will be on-site beforehand to meet and greet with event attendees. Any fans interested in snapping a photo, receiving an autograph and sharing stories about how Alzheimer’s has impacted them or chatting soccer are welcome to stop by the Orange County SC booth. Event details are below, and both the Alzheimer’s Association of Orange County and Orange County SC hope to see you there.
- What: Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
- When: September 29, 2018 (8:00 AM registration > 9:00 AM ceremony > 9:30 AM walk).
- Where: Orange County Great Park, 6950 Marine Way, Irvine, CA 92618. Event will take place near the Great Park Balloon, Hangar 244 and Championship Soccer Stadium attractions.
For media planning to attend the event, Alzheimer’s Association of Orange County Executive Director Anne Grey as well as members of Orange County SC’s executive team will be available for interviews. Photo and video opportunities for consideration include: Walk to End Alzheimer’s walk and activation areas, Orange County SC team members and Championship Soccer Stadium.
For more information on the Walk, please visit https://bit.ly/2wTIGE8.
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ABOUT ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION OF ORANGE COUNTY
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Its mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. The Alzheimer’s Association’s vision is a world without Alzheimer’s®. Visit http://www.alz.org/oc or call 800-272-3900.
ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB
Orange County Soccer Club is Orange County’s only professional soccer team that is part of the United Soccer League (USL), the fastest growing Division II professional soccer league in the world. The USL is comprised of 34 teams across the United States. The team plays its home games at the Orange County Great Park’s Championship Soccer Stadium, located in Irvine, CA. Nestled in the heart of the Great Park, Championship Soccer Stadium has a capacity of over 5,000 for Orange County SC matches. Orange County SC is also the official affiliate partner of the Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC), a new Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise. Orange County SC was one of 12 founding members of the USL during its inaugural 2011 season. The preceding club, Orange County Blues, won the 2015 Western Conference Regular Season Championship and reached the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the USL Playoffs in back-to-back seasons. Team owner and Chief Investment Officer of LARO Properties, James Keston, purchased and re-branded the team in 2017. Keston, who actively oversees all operations of the team, is dedicated to providing a pathway to professional soccer and a world-class soccer organization that focuses on the fans, players and youth clubs of Orange County.
For more information about Orange County Soccer Club, and to experience professional soccer in the OC, visit: https://sportsengine-staging.go-vip.net/orangecountysoccer. For more information about the United Soccer League, visit: http://www.uslsoccer.com.
IRVINE, Calif. (September 18, 2018) – Following their collaboration on August 4th at Championship Soccer Stadium, during which Orange County SC technical staff and players wore special purple laces on matchday to bring awareness to the Alzheimer’s Association’s cause, the organizations today announced this partnership will continue to grow at the Orange County Great Park in Irvine on September 29th for the Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s event.
“We are thankful to have Orange County SC’s support in the battle to fight Alzheimer’s disease,” said Alzheimer’s Association Executive Director Anne Grey. “Alzheimer’s is the third leading cause of death in Orange County. Corporate support from organizations like Orange County SC, increases awareness that we are here to help and fund impactful research. This moves us closer to the goal of a world without Alzheimer’s.”
Orange County SC’s record-breaking performance this year and first-place position in the USL Western Conference standings will help bring further attention to a disease which has so deeply and widely affected the local community—including many members of the team.
“Alzheimer’s is a truly devastating disease that not only destroys lives, but significantly impacts the lives of everyone connected to it,” says Orange County SC Assistant GM & SVP of Player Recruitment & Soccer Operations Peter Nugent. “I have the utmost respect for people who dedicate their lives looking after loved ones who are affected by this debilitating illness. This is a battle that my family faces on a daily basis, and the more awareness and support we can raise to tackle this disease the better.”
In addition to participating in the walk itself, Orange County SC players will be on-site beforehand to meet and greet with event attendees. Any fans interested in snapping a photo, receiving an autograph and sharing stories about how Alzheimer’s has impacted them or chatting soccer are welcome to stop by the Orange County SC booth. Event details are below, and both the Alzheimer’s Association of Orange County and Orange County SC hope to see you there.
- What: Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
- When: September 29, 2018 (8:00 AM registration > 9:00 AM ceremony > 9:30 AM walk).
- Where: Orange County Great Park, 6950 Marine Way, Irvine, CA 92618. Event will take place near the Great Park Balloon, Hangar 244 and Championship Soccer Stadium attractions.
For media planning to attend the event, Alzheimer’s Association of Orange County Executive Director Anne Grey as well as members of Orange County SC’s executive team will be available for interviews. Photo and video opportunities for consideration include: Walk to End Alzheimer’s walk and activation areas, Orange County SC team members and Championship Soccer Stadium.
For more information on the Walk, please visit https://bit.ly/2wTIGE8.
# # #
ABOUT ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION OF ORANGE COUNTY
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Its mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. The Alzheimer’s Association’s vision is a world without Alzheimer’s®. Visit http://www.alz.org/oc or call 800-272-3900.
ABOUT ORANGE COUNTY SOCCER CLUB
Orange County Soccer Club is Orange County’s only professional soccer team that is part of the United Soccer League (USL), the fastest growing Division II professional soccer league in the world. The USL is comprised of 34 teams across the United States. The team plays its home games at the Orange County Great Park’s Championship Soccer Stadium, located in Irvine, CA. Nestled in the heart of the Great Park, Championship Soccer Stadium has a capacity of over 5,000 for Orange County SC matches. Orange County SC is also the official affiliate partner of the Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC), a new Major League Soccer (MLS) franchise. Orange County SC was one of 12 founding members of the USL during its inaugural 2011 season. The preceding club, Orange County Blues, won the 2015 Western Conference Regular Season Championship and reached the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the USL Playoffs in back-to-back seasons. Team owner and Chief Investment Officer of LARO Properties, James Keston, purchased and re-branded the team in 2017. Keston, who actively oversees all operations of the team, is dedicated to providing a pathway to professional soccer and a world-class soccer organization that focuses on the fans, players and youth clubs of Orange County.
For more information about Orange County Soccer Club, and to experience professional soccer in the OC, visit: https://sportsengine-staging.go-vip.net/orangecountysoccer. For more information about the United Soccer League, visit: http://www.uslsoccer.com.
