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TULSA – After creating plenty of highlights throughout Tulsa in 2020, FC Tulsa will turn its attention to the big screen as a co-presenting sponsor of the upcoming 2021 Sundance Film Festival in Tulsa. In presenting partnership with the Cherokee Nation Film Office, FC Tulsa is providing its support to Circle Cinema, the official Tulsa Satellite Screen of the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. The Festival is presented nationally by Acura, Sundance TV, Chase Sapphire and Adobe.

“From the time we took over the ownership of FC Tulsa, our family has consistently pushed to promote arts and entertainment throughout our great city,” said FC Tulsa owner J.W. Craft. “I want to ensure that our club is at the forefront of putting Tulsa on the global map, and having the nation’s most well-known film festival come to Tulsa is the perfect opportunity to get involved.”

Tickets for the in-person portion of the Festival in Tulsa are now on sale as 14 films will be screened in the city (public health permitting) as a part of Sundance, which will run from January 28-February 3. In order to expand its footprint and allow for more viewers in a socially distanced and safe environment, films will also be screened at Admiral Twin Drive-In, where viewers will be able to enjoy the films from the comfort of their vehicles.

Fans can be on the lookout for ticket giveaways to the upcoming screenings from FC Tulsa over the next two weeks. Follow @FCTulsa on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook or download the Official FC Tulsa App on the App Store or Google Play Store to receive updates on all future giveaways.

TULSA – After creating plenty of highlights throughout Tulsa in 2020, FC Tulsa will turn its attention to the big screen as a co-presenting sponsor of the upcoming 2021 Sundance Film Festival in Tulsa. In presenting partnership with the Cherokee Nation Film Office, FC Tulsa is providing its support to Circle Cinema, the official Tulsa Satellite Screen of the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. The Festival is presented nationally by Acura, Sundance TV, Chase Sapphire and Adobe.

“From the time we took over the ownership of FC Tulsa, our family has consistently pushed to promote arts and entertainment throughout our great city,” said FC Tulsa owner J.W. Craft. “I want to ensure that our club is at the forefront of putting Tulsa on the global map, and having the nation’s most well-known film festival come to Tulsa is the perfect opportunity to get involved.”

Tickets for the in-person portion of the Festival in Tulsa are now on sale as 14 films will be screened in the city (public health permitting) as a part of Sundance, which will run from January 28-February 3. In order to expand its footprint and allow for more viewers in a socially distanced and safe environment, films will also be screened at Admiral Twin Drive-In, where viewers will be able to enjoy the films from the comfort of their vehicles.

Fans can be on the lookout for ticket giveaways to the upcoming screenings from FC Tulsa over the next two weeks. Follow @FCTulsa on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook or download the Official FC Tulsa App on the App Store or Google Play Store to receive updates on all future giveaways.

TULSA – Monroe Demonstration Academy, Tulsa Public Schools and their community partners: The Anne and Henry Zarrow Foundation, Arts Alliance Tulsa, and FC Tulsa are thrilled to announce that the first two installations of the school’s Mural Project, painted within Monroe’s halls, are nearing completion. The project, which started in the fall of 2019 with artist selection and meetings with community leaders, will feature five total murals that embody each of the school’s values – Empowerment, Community, Respect, Responsibility and Excellence.

“Back in July, we wanted to bring life to our walls, hallways, and building,” said Robert Kaiser, Interim Principal at Monroe Demonstration Academy. “We knew, at the time, that we didn't have any real imagery within our building that was truly reflective of our students, families, and community and we wanted to change that. Through our student, family, and community voice committee meetings, members of our school community designed these murals and collectively decided what imagery should be reflected within our school as it relates to our core values.” 

Kaiser said, “I am so thankful for all of the hard work from our amazing teacher leaders, students, families, and artists who together, worked to bring these ideas to life. These images will live forever within our building thanks to our amazing school community.”

The first two murals under construction in the Mural Project reflect Empowerment and Community and are being painted by Lucinda Jones and Alexander Tamahn, respectively.

“This entire project is a unique collaborative gift to our community, and we couldn’t be more humbled by the opportunity to participate in its implementation,” said Todd Cunningham, Arts Alliance Tulsa Executive Director.

Following the holiday break, the project will continue in January with two more murals being added. In total, the murals adorning the halls of the school will serve as a focal point for Monroe Demonstration Academy, students, faculty and staff, and the community at large .

“We have had the opportunity to engage with some of the students at Monroe Demonstration Academy through our work at the nearby Tulsa Dream Center,” said FC Tulsa president James Cannon. “To be involved in bettering our community through projects like this is our responsibility as Tulsa’s pro sports team and is built into the DNA of FC Tulsa."

Interview opportunities with a Monroe Demonstration Academy representative and artists are encouraged. B-roll is available.

Tulsa Public Schools is a destination for extraordinary educators who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Learn more about the district by visiting www.tulsaschools.org.

TULSA – Monroe Demonstration Academy, Tulsa Public Schools and their community partners: The Anne and Henry Zarrow Foundation, Arts Alliance Tulsa, and FC Tulsa are thrilled to announce that the first two installations of the school’s Mural Project, painted within Monroe’s halls, are nearing completion. The project, which started in the fall of 2019 with artist selection and meetings with community leaders, will feature five total murals that embody each of the school’s values – Empowerment, Community, Respect, Responsibility and Excellence.

“Back in July, we wanted to bring life to our walls, hallways, and building,” said Robert Kaiser, Interim Principal at Monroe Demonstration Academy. “We knew, at the time, that we didn’t have any real imagery within our building that was truly reflective of our students, families, and community and we wanted to change that. Through our student, family, and community voice committee meetings, members of our school community designed these murals and collectively decided what imagery should be reflected within our school as it relates to our core values.” 

Kaiser said, “I am so thankful for all of the hard work from our amazing teacher leaders, students, families, and artists who together, worked to bring these ideas to life. These images will live forever within our building thanks to our amazing school community.”

The first two murals under construction in the Mural Project reflect Empowerment and Community and are being painted by Lucinda Jones and Alexander Tamahn, respectively.

“This entire project is a unique collaborative gift to our community, and we couldn’t be more humbled by the opportunity to participate in its implementation,” said Todd Cunningham, Arts Alliance Tulsa Executive Director.

Following the holiday break, the project will continue in January with two more murals being added. In total, the murals adorning the halls of the school will serve as a focal point for Monroe Demonstration Academy, students, faculty and staff, and the community at large .

“We have had the opportunity to engage with some of the students at Monroe Demonstration Academy through our work at the nearby Tulsa Dream Center,” said FC Tulsa president James Cannon. “To be involved in bettering our community through projects like this is our responsibility as Tulsa’s pro sports team and is built into the DNA of FC Tulsa.”

Interview opportunities with a Monroe Demonstration Academy representative and artists are encouraged. B-roll is available.

Tulsa Public Schools is a destination for extraordinary educators who work with our community and families to ignite the joy of learning and prepare every student for the greatest success in college, careers, and life. Learn more about the district by visiting www.tulsaschools.org.

TULSA – In the spring of 2021, FC Tulsa will become the first USL Championship club to launch its own Ticket Sales Academy, hiring students in Tulsa that aspire to a career in professional sports. Through the Academy, students will train weekly with FC Tulsa management to prepare for the sports industry with skills learned in the Academy.  

While participants can obtain college credit through the Ticket Sales Academy course, they will also be able to earn commission on every ticket they sell.

“We know internships are hard to come by for any student interested in a sports career right now,” said FC Tulsa’s chief business officer Michael Schetzel. “Through this Ticket Sales Academy, we want to give local students valuable professional sports experience that can be put on a résumé, and at the same time help them earn income through their sales.”

FC Tulsa boasts one of the most experienced ticket sales teams in the league, led by Schetzel, a 30-year veteran of pro sports front offices from the Boston Red Sox of Major League Baseball to Real Salt Lake of Major League Soccer. The club’s vice president of ticketing, Jake Shaw, similarly has experience at the highest level with the NCAA and the Dallas Wings of the WNBA while FC Tulsa’s ticket sales manager, Aaron Burrell, brings his experience of working in MLS’ National Sales Center.

Interested students can apply for a spring position in the Ticket Sales Academy through the club’s current Teamwork Online job postings. Apply here.

TULSA – In the spring of 2021, FC Tulsa will become the first USL Championship club to launch its own Ticket Sales Academy, hiring students in Tulsa that aspire to a career in professional sports. Through the Academy, students will train weekly with FC Tulsa management to prepare for the sports industry with skills learned in the Academy.  

While participants can obtain college credit through the Ticket Sales Academy course, they will also be able to earn commission on every ticket they sell.

“We know internships are hard to come by for any student interested in a sports career right now,” said FC Tulsa’s chief business officer Michael Schetzel. “Through this Ticket Sales Academy, we want to give local students valuable professional sports experience that can be put on a résumé, and at the same time help them earn income through their sales.”

FC Tulsa boasts one of the most experienced ticket sales teams in the league, led by Schetzel, a 30-year veteran of pro sports front offices from the Boston Red Sox of Major League Baseball to Real Salt Lake of Major League Soccer. The club’s vice president of ticketing, Jake Shaw, similarly has experience at the highest level with the NCAA and the Dallas Wings of the WNBA while FC Tulsa’s ticket sales manager, Aaron Burrell, brings his experience of working in MLS’ National Sales Center.

Interested students can apply for a spring position in the Ticket Sales Academy through the club’s current Teamwork Online job postings. Apply here.

TULSA – In the spirit of the holiday season and community camaraderie, FC Tulsa is introducing the 12 Days of Tulsa giveaway campaign. For 12 straight days starting on Friday, December 11, the club will offer daily prizes from some of the best companies, eateries and attractions in and around Tulsa.

Fans will be able to win unique prizes and experiences courtesy of Philbrook Museum of Art, the Tulsa Symphony, the Kendall-Whittier District, Old School Bagel and many more by entering to win daily through FC Tulsa’s social media channels. The club will post each 12 Days of Tulsa prize in the mornings on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for fans to enter.

“We are thrilled to partner with some of most well-known organizations in our city to bring Tulsans some fun and unique prizes this holiday season,” said FC Tulsa president James Cannon. “Fans will want to tune in over the next two weeks as we reveal these giveaways for our 12 Days of Tulsa.”

12 Days of Tulsa will run from Friday, December 11 thru Tuesday, December 22. Follow FC Tulsa on social media to enter each day for a chance to win.

TULSA – In the spirit of the holiday season and community camaraderie, FC Tulsa is introducing the 12 Days of Tulsa giveaway campaign. For 12 straight days starting on Friday, December 11, the club will offer daily prizes from some of the best companies, eateries and attractions in and around Tulsa.

Fans will be able to win unique prizes and experiences courtesy of Philbrook Museum of Art, the Tulsa Symphony, the Kendall-Whittier District, Old School Bagel and many more by entering to win daily through FC Tulsa’s social media channels. The club will post each 12 Days of Tulsa prize in the mornings on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook for fans to enter.

“We are thrilled to partner with some of most well-known organizations in our city to bring Tulsans some fun and unique prizes this holiday season,” said FC Tulsa president James Cannon. “Fans will want to tune in over the next two weeks as we reveal these giveaways for our 12 Days of Tulsa.”

12 Days of Tulsa will run from Friday, December 11 thru Tuesday, December 22. Follow FC Tulsa on social media to enter each day for a chance to win.

TULSA – Come out and find FC Tulsa in the community this weekend at the Gathering Place! This Sunday, December 6, from 1:15 p.m. until 2 p.m. FC Tulsa community representatives will be attending the Gathering Place’s Toy Drive.

The Gathering Place is hosting a Drive-Thru Holiday Toy Drive during the holiday season, and fans can come by to drop off new, unwrapped toys from the safety of their vehicle. As you pull through the drive-thru, you can get yourself an FC Tulsa magnet and join the FC Tulsa Fan Club.

All toy donations collected during the two-week Toy Drive will benefit the TPD Random Acts of Kindness Initiative and provide officers the opportunity to surprise Tulsa kids with toy gifts during the Holiday season.

TULSA – Come out and find FC Tulsa in the community this weekend at the Gathering Place! This Sunday, December 6, from 1:15 p.m. until 2 p.m. FC Tulsa community representatives will be attending the Gathering Place’s Toy Drive.

The Gathering Place is hosting a Drive-Thru Holiday Toy Drive during the holiday season, and fans can come by to drop off new, unwrapped toys from the safety of their vehicle. As you pull through the drive-thru, you can get yourself an FC Tulsa magnet and join the FC Tulsa Fan Club.

All toy donations collected during the two-week Toy Drive will benefit the TPD Random Acts of Kindness Initiative and provide officers the opportunity to surprise Tulsa kids with toy gifts during the Holiday season.

TULSA – FC Tulsa is helping Santa Claus make Christmas a reality for some less fortunate this holiday season. In partnership with the Lindsey House, FC Tulsa is hosting a Stocking Stuffer Drive to kick off the month of December. The club is asking for donations of stocking stuffers priced $15 or less for children ages 0-15, dropped off at the front office between now and December 18.

The Lindsey House works with women who have children who are facing situational homelessness. For 18 months, the Lindsey House provides a fully furnished apartment for mom to call home while she works to get back on her feet.

These toys donated by you will be placed in stockings graciously donated by FC Tulsa’s supporter’s group 83 United and given to Santa to pass along to the Lindsey House children on Christmas Eve. To learn more about the Lindsey House and the great work they are doing in Tulsa, visit their website here. 

If you can't make it to our offices or out to an event to donate you can purchase this adorable FC Tulsa stuffed doggo and we can donate it for you.

Stocking stuffers can be dropped off at FC Tulsa’s front office at 1155 S. Elgin Ave. Tulsa, OK 74120 during normal business hours, Monday thru Thursday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. or Friday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

TULSA – FC Tulsa is helping Santa Claus make Christmas a reality for some less fortunate this holiday season. In partnership with the Lindsey House, FC Tulsa is hosting a Stocking Stuffer Drive to kick off the month of December. The club is asking for donations of stocking stuffers priced $15 or less for children ages 0-15, dropped off at the front office between now and December 18.

The Lindsey House works with women who have children who are facing situational homelessness. For 18 months, the Lindsey House provides a fully furnished apartment for mom to call home while she works to get back on her feet.

These toys donated by you will be placed in stockings graciously donated by FC Tulsa’s supporter’s group 83 United and given to Santa to pass along to the Lindsey House children on Christmas Eve. To learn more about the Lindsey House and the great work they are doing in Tulsa, visit their website here. 

If you can’t make it to our offices or out to an event to donate you can purchase this adorable FC Tulsa stuffed doggo and we can donate it for you.

Stocking stuffers can be dropped off at FC Tulsa’s front office at 1155 S. Elgin Ave. Tulsa, OK 74120 during normal business hours, Monday thru Thursday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. or Friday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

With the holiday season almost here, FC Tulsa continues to be out in the community spreading the cheer of soccer.

The club will be out at two events this weekend in different parts of Tulsa.

TULSA DREAM CENTER – Saturday, Nov. 21, 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

FC Tulsa will kick off the weekend volunteering at the Tulsa Dream Center’s Thanksgiving Grocery Giveaway in north Tulsa. Alongside community partners 83 United, the Tulsa Buffaloes and the Tulsa Rugby Club, FC Tulsa will pass out Thanksgiving meals to families in need.

Following all health and safety protocols, families will stay in their car while volunteers will place grocery bags full of yummy Thanksgiving Day food into the trunk of the cars. The plan is to distribute more than 250 meals to families Saturday morning.

Volunteers are still needed! No sign up is necessary, just arrive at the Tulsa Dream Center at 8:30 a.m. to volunteer!

INDIAN SPRINGS SOCCER COMPLEX – Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 21-22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

FC Tulsa will spend time both Saturday and Sunday in Broken Arrow at Indian Springs Soccer Complex for Tulsa SC’s Oklahoma Showcase.

Club representatives will have a tent where fans can sign up for the Fan Club and receive a FREE FC Tulsa shirt! That’s not all…one lucky winner will receive a FREE 15-person group night at a 2021 FC Tulsa match.

Come down to Indian Springs Soccer Complex and sign up to snag your shirt and possibly enjoy a night on FC Tulsa at a match next season.  

With the holiday season almost here, FC Tulsa continues to be out in the community spreading the cheer of soccer.

The club will be out at two events this weekend in different parts of Tulsa.

TULSA DREAM CENTER – Saturday, Nov. 21, 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

FC Tulsa will kick off the weekend volunteering at the Tulsa Dream Center’s Thanksgiving Grocery Giveaway in north Tulsa. Alongside community partners 83 United, the Tulsa Buffaloes and the Tulsa Rugby Club, FC Tulsa will pass out Thanksgiving meals to families in need.

Following all health and safety protocols, families will stay in their car while volunteers will place grocery bags full of yummy Thanksgiving Day food into the trunk of the cars. The plan is to distribute more than 250 meals to families Saturday morning.

Volunteers are still needed! No sign up is necessary, just arrive at the Tulsa Dream Center at 8:30 a.m. to volunteer!

INDIAN SPRINGS SOCCER COMPLEX – Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 21-22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

FC Tulsa will spend time both Saturday and Sunday in Broken Arrow at Indian Springs Soccer Complex for Tulsa SC’s Oklahoma Showcase.

Club representatives will have a tent where fans can sign up for the Fan Club and receive a FREE FC Tulsa shirt! That’s not all…one lucky winner will receive a FREE 15-person group night at a 2021 FC Tulsa match.

Come down to Indian Springs Soccer Complex and sign up to snag your shirt and possibly enjoy a night on FC Tulsa at a match next season.  

TULSA – Want to come out and win more FC Tulsa swag? Head on over to Indian Springs Soccer Complex at Broken Arrow Soccer Club on Sunday morning.

From 8 a.m. until 12 p.m., FC Tulsa community staff will be at the Broken Arrow Smore Soccer Challenge with an information table about 2021 Season Tickets as well as FC Tulsa merchandise for sale.

Fans who come out to the event and sign up for the FC Tulsa fan club can enter to win an FC Tulsa hoodie as well.

TULSA – Want to come out and win more FC Tulsa swag? Head on over to Indian Springs Soccer Complex at Broken Arrow Soccer Club on Sunday morning.

From 8 a.m. until 12 p.m., FC Tulsa community staff will be at the Broken Arrow Smore Soccer Challenge with an information table about 2021 Season Tickets as well as FC Tulsa merchandise for sale.

Fans who come out to the event and sign up for the FC Tulsa fan club can enter to win an FC Tulsa hoodie as well.

TULSA – In an effort to help fight the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, FC Tulsa has formed a community partnership with the Tulsa Area United Way and made a donation six months in the making to the organization’s COVID-19 Relief Fund.

Collecting the Relief Fund donation began in April when FC Tulsa released its 918 T-shirts. A portion of the proceeds from sales of that shirt and of the white City Kit were gathered throughout the season to donate to the cause. That day came last week when FC Tulsa hosted Tulsa Area United Way CEO Alison Anthony, and FC Tulsa ownership presented the organization with the donation and a custom 2020 FC Tulsa jersey.

“We are glad that Tulsa’s team, FC Tulsa, is part of this community’s team of givers that United Way has celebrated for 96 years,” said Anthony. “Tulsa is America’s most generous city, and it’s obvious that not only will FC Tulsa continue to excel on the field, but also excel in making our community stronger by meeting its needs. FC Tulsa is Living United with us and has integrated generosity into the club’s culture.”

In addition to the COVID-19 Relief Fund donation through merch proceeds, FC Tulsa also pledged to participate in an employee campaign for ongoing contributions to the Tulsa Area United Way and partner agencies in 2021.

TULSA – In an effort to help fight the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, FC Tulsa has formed a community partnership with the Tulsa Area United Way and made a donation six months in the making to the organization’s COVID-19 Relief Fund.

Collecting the Relief Fund donation began in April when FC Tulsa released its 918 T-shirts. A portion of the proceeds from sales of that shirt and of the white City Kit were gathered throughout the season to donate to the cause. That day came last week when FC Tulsa hosted Tulsa Area United Way CEO Alison Anthony, and FC Tulsa ownership presented the organization with the donation and a custom 2020 FC Tulsa jersey.

“We are glad that Tulsa’s team, FC Tulsa, is part of this community’s team of givers that United Way has celebrated for 96 years,” said Anthony. “Tulsa is America’s most generous city, and it’s obvious that not only will FC Tulsa continue to excel on the field, but also excel in making our community stronger by meeting its needs. FC Tulsa is Living United with us and has integrated generosity into the club’s culture.”

In addition to the COVID-19 Relief Fund donation through merch proceeds, FC Tulsa also pledged to participate in an employee campaign for ongoing contributions to the Tulsa Area United Way and partner agencies in 2021.