The San Jose Earthquakes have announced the ‘Salinas Classic’, a friendly between Earthquakes II and Monterey Bay F.C. 2 (MBFC2) on Saturday, April 22 in Salinas, Calif., presented by Valley Health Plan. Kickoff from Rabobank Stadium is slated for 4 p.m.
As part of the Quakes’ efforts to grow the game of soccer in Monterey County, the match will pit two NorCal sides and showcase San Jose’s future stars and Salinas’ new club, MBFC 2.
The Quakes have a long-standing relationship with Salinas and Monterey County. The San Jose Earthquakes are committed to growing the sport of soccer throughout Northern California, while remaining in touch with their roots.
As part of the Salinas Sports Complex, the Rabobank Stadium is a state-of-the-art stadium featuring a bowl design with the playing surface 11 feet below the natural elevation.
The match will feature a pregame fan fest with festivities, food trucks, and music beginning at 12 p.m. Culture Night Market, a San Jose-based community initiative, will also hold activations with local Salinas businesses, presented by PayPal, before the match.
The Earthquakes and the Regional Soccer Complex have partnered together to elevate the experience at the Constitution Fields including new infrastructure and new tournaments.
Fans interested in attending the Earthquakes away game watch party @ 201 Main in Oldtown Salinas can RSVP by clicking below. Together, we can support the team as they face off against Real Salt Lake.
All net proceeds will benefit the Kicks for Kids program to support the kids from Salinas and the greater Monterey County. Fans will have the option to donate more when purchasing their tickets online.
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