Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa has been named the Official Entertainment Partner for Tampa’s first professional women’s soccer team, the Tampa Bay Sun Football Club.
The collaboration will bring together the excitement of world-class soccer with the world-renowned energy and entertainment of the Hard Rock brand.
As the Sun’s Official Entertainment Partner, Seminole Hard Rock Tampa will provide unique and unforgettable experiences fans including pre-game DJ’s, post-game celebrations, as well as exclusive events and promotions.
“We are excited to partner with Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa, which incorporates a globally recognized brand known for its iconic music, legendary service, and vibrant atmosphere,” said Christina Unkel, Team President, and General Counsel for the Tampa Bay Sun Football Club. “This partnership will enhance the fan experience and create lasting memories for our community.”
Seminole Hard Rock Tampa will also offer exclusive benefits to Sun season ticket holders and fans, including discounts, giveaways, and opportunities to meet players and team personnel.
“We’re thrilled to partner with the Tampa Bay Sun Football Club,” said Seminole Hard Rock Tampa President Steve Bonner. “This is another example of how Seminole Hard Rock Tampa continually supports the community. We want to be a vibrant hub for fans to connect and enjoy the excitement of the game. We look forward to not only hosting fans, but Sun players and their families, as well as visiting teams and their families.”
About Tampa Bay Sun FC
Tampa Bay Sun FC is the first professional women’s soccer team in Tampa, Florida. The Sun lights up the pitch, playing their home games in a stunning newly renovated riverfront stadium situated along Hillsborough River in Downtown Tampa. Joining the USL Super League’s historic inaugural season, the Tampa Bay Sun FC is one of eight initial markets paving the way for a national expansion of first-division professional women’s soccer. With a shared vision to become a global leader in the sport, both on and off the field, paves the way for increased opportunities for talented female athletes across the country, fostering growth and empowerment within local communities. For more information please visit www.tampabaysunfc.com.
About Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
Owned and operated by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa is one of the largest and most successful casinos in the world offering award-winning gaming, hospitality, and entertainment. The casino offers nearly 5,000 of the hottest slot machines, 168 table games (which includes eight craps tables and 16 roulette tables), a state-of-the-art Poker Room featuring 46 tables and a smoke-free Mezzanine Level Casino. The 800-room hotel is AAA-Four-Diamond-rated and proudly offers 12 restaurants, including upscale dining venues Council Oak Steaks & Seafood, The Rez Grill, and Cipresso. Amenities include the 1,500-seat Hard Rock Event Center, which hosts some of the nation’s hottest entertainers and must-see concerts; a 60,000-square-foot pool deck area with three pools and 19 cabanas; as well as the luxurious Rock Spa® & Salon. The resort is located off I-4 at North Orient Road and Hillsborough Avenue, about 10 minutes east of downtown Tampa. For more information, please call 866-502-PLAY or visit us online and via Facebook, X and Instagram.
About Hard Rock®
Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognized companies with venues in over 70 countries spanning 309 locations that include owned/licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops®, Live Performance Venues and Cafes. HRI also launched a joint venture named Hard Rock Digital in 2020, an online sportsbook, retail sportsbook and internet gaming platform. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world’s largest and most valuable collection of authentic music memorabilia at more than 88,000 pieces, which are displayed at its locations around the globe. Hard Rock Hotels has been honored by J.D. Power’s North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study as the number one brand in Outstanding Guest Satisfaction for two consecutive years, and among the top Upper Upscale Hotels for four consecutive years. HRI became the first privately-owned gaming company designated a U.S. Best Managed Company by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal in 2021 and has since been honored threefold. Hard Rock was also honored by Forbes among the World’s Best Employers, as well as Best Employers for Women, Diversity and New Grads and a Top Large Employer in the Travel & Leisure, Gaming, and Entertainment Industry. In the 2022 Global Gaming Awards, Hard Rock was named Land-Based Operator of the Year for the second time in four years. Hard Rock International currently holds investment grades from primary investment-grade rating agencies: S&P Global Ratings (BBB) and Fitch Ratings (BBB). For more information on Hard Rock International, visit www.hardrock.com or shop.hardrock.com.
Build a Corporate Partnership with Tampa Bay Sun Football Club: Kiernan Prechtl-Schindler, Director of Corporate Partnerships, kiernan.prechtl-schindler@tampabaysunfc.com