The Empire Strykers professional indoor soccer team had a home game this evening. The weather here in Southern California is on hurricane watch for the second time in my life and we don't really know what that means to be honest. Anyway, the weather was looking great so we decided to go to the game. The good thing about indoor soccer is that it is not dependent upon the weather.
The Toyota Arena is enclosed so we don't really know what the weather is like outside when we're at the game. There were signs on the screens along the hallways that mentioned evacuation plans if the weather were to affect the game. Thankfully, the game went perfectly well and the rain was refreshing when we left.
I can see why professional indoor soccer is gaining popularity and the league the Empire Strykers plays in is comparable to the MLS. The game is fast paced and there are a lot more goals than outdoor. The field is smaller, the walls can be played so there aren't throw ins and there is a lot less stoppage time. There are 4 quarters and the atmosphere is more like a hockey game with the potential for cheerleaders, etc.
Where are most of the players coming from?
I am really looking forward to the USMNT (United States Men's National Team) playing their first World Cup game in Los Angeles at SoFi stadium on June 12th, 2024. I hope we get to attend.
Will there be indoor soccer World Cup games? Are there countries teams? Where is this movement mostly? Is it starting in the United Staes?
Hopefully I can answer these questions within the next few posts.
Until then, thank you to the people who have been helping us along the way in this journey. I hope what you love increases.
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