Twins, Vikings and Wild get behind the Stars

The Minnesota Twins, Minnesota Vikings and Minnesota Wild have purchased tickets to the first leg of the North American Soccer League Championship Series between the Minnesota Stars and the Fort Lauderdale Strikers. The Twins purchased 500 tickets to the game, and the Vikings and Wild each purchased 250. The teams have turned around and put the tickets up to grabs for Minnesota sports fans who contact the Stars to claim a pair.

“The Minnesota Twins organization congratulates the Minnesota Stars on a thrilling win over Carolina last week,” said Twins president Dave St. Peter. “We ask fans across Twins Territory to get behind the Stars as they attempt to win the NASL title.”

John Maher, vice president of brand marketing and communications for the Minnesota Wild added the pro hockey team’s support. “The Minnesota Wild organization is proud to support our friends at NSC Stars soccer. Good luck, Stars! Bring a championship home to Minnesota!”

Fans can reserve a pair of tickets to the final match by calling (763) 792-7348 or emailing tickets@nscminnesota.com. There is a two-ticket limit per person. Tickets will be left at will call at the stadium on gameday. Fans can purchase additional tickets starting at $6 for youth general admission and $12 for adults. Reserved seats with chairbacks and on-field seats are also available.

“We really appreciate the support that the professional sports community in the Twin Cities is showing us during our championship run,” Stars CEO Djorn Buchholz said. “We hope their ticket purchases will introduce new fans to the sport of soccer at this exciting time for our club.”