NEWS...

The Central Florida Kraze PDL Men, the Kraze & Krush Youth Academy, and the Lil’ Kraze & Lil’ Krush were all on hand to help with the announcement that professional soccer will be coming to Orlando.  The Press Conference held downtown on Thursday, March 4th was packed with media from all outlets to welcome the United Soccer Leagues Franchise set to kickoff in 2011.

First to speak was Tim Holt who is the President of United Soccer Leagues.  He was excited about the news that Orlando will become a new member of the USL First Division.  He also announced the partnership that the new professional franchise will have with the Central Florida Kraze & Krush franchise.

Next to speak was Mr. Steve Donner who is President of the Orlando Soccer Group (NY Empire Lacrosse, LLC) which will have the primary ownership stake in the new team.  Mr. Donner announced a long-term plan which is to bring a highly competitive squad that will not only play in the USL First Division, but also bring other soccer events to the local community.

Greg Brick was next to speak on behalf of the Kraze & Krush franchise and was thrilled at the opportunity which has presented itself.  He spoke of the similar vision which both entities share and told everyone in the room that the timing was perfect for professional soccer to come to Orlando.

The Central Florida Kraze & Krush was very well represented and both Tim Holt and Steve Donner stated that the reputation which the club has established from its beginning over eleven years ago was a huge part of this announcement.  The Kraze PDL Men along with the Youth Academies (U9 – U14) and the Lil Kraze & Lil Krush (U4 – U8) help provide a total soccer package which the new professional team was looking to be a part of.

More information will come shortly about this exciting venture.  So stay tuned and be ready for professional soccer in 2011…