Rhode Island's New Soccer Team Reveals Its Name

PAWTUCKET, RI — Rhode Island's new professional soccer team, which will play at a soccer stadium being built in Pawtucket, had its name and logo revealed on Monday.

The team will be called Rhode Island FC and will play in the United Soccer League (USL), a minor league.

"In soccer, players and supporters wear the club crest over their hearts. Our team is a club for every Rhode Islander and we cannot wait to open our doors to welcome long-time soccer fans and folks new to the beautiful game into our home," said Rhode Island FC co-founder Michael Parkhurst, a Cranston native.

The logo for the team, the anchor motif crest, was designed by creative agency NAIL. Team officials said the logo came about after input from hundreds of Rhode Island residents. The logo also uses Rhode Island's state colors.

"Those conversations sparked more than a design," Parkhurst said in a statement. "They helped solidify connections with our community and opportunities to give back. When our club steps out on the pitch, every fan will see that we are firmly anchored in Rhode Island."

Rhode Island FC will compete in the USL, beginning in the 2024 season. The club will host its matches in a soccer stadium currently under construction along the Pawtucket waterfront.

Season ticket deposits for the inaugural Rhode Island FC season go on sale at 10 a.m, Tuesday.