SEATTLE, WA. – Seattle Sounders FC, Seattle Reign FC, RAVE Foundation and Seattle FIFA World Cup 26™ local organizing committee – SeattleFWC26 – will host a massive, all-Seattle event, marking exactly one year to go until the FIFA World Cup 26™. The event will take place on Father’s Day on Sunday, June 15 at 3:00 p.m. PT, right in the heart of Downtown Seattle on Pier 62, part of the city’s new Waterfront Park, making it a perfect family-friendly outing. Pier 62 is located at 1951 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA 98101.
The centerpiece of the celebration is an ambitious GUINNESS WORLD RECORD™ attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the Largest Soccer Lesson, currently held by the San Jose Earthquakes with 956 participants on June 3, 2023. Seattle's goal is to bring together over 1,000 participants for a 30-minute soccer lesson led by Seattle’s soccer personalities including Sounders FC and Reign FC alumni players and coaches.
MEDIA NOTE: Members of the media wishing to attend any of the events mentioned here should RSVP with Hana Tadesse [HanaT@sea2026.org] of Seattle FIFA World Cup 2026™ local organizing committee.
This event is offered in partnership with Seattle Sounders FC, Seattle Reign FC, RAVE Foundation, Seattle FIFA World Cup 26 Local Organizing Committee and the Puyallup Tribe of Indians.
“We will honor all Coast Salish tribal communities at this special event, including our partners in community service, the Puyallup Tribe of Indians,” said Ashley Fosberg, Chief Impact and Fan Engagement Officer for Seattle Sounders FC and Seattle Reign FC. “We’re thrilled to have their support in bringing community together for this special moment.”
“Seattle is ready for the world. We already have the best fans on the planet — and now we’re ready to show the world what that looks like on the global stage,” said Peter Tomozawa, CEO of Seattle FWC26. “This record-breaking event is more than a celebration; it’s a statement. A statement that Seattle is a true soccer city and a proud Host City for the FIFA World Cup 26. We’re thrilled to collaborate with our incredible partners to bring our community together in this unforgettable way.”
Those interested in participating in Seattle’s largest soccer lesson World Record attempt must register HERE. After completing the registration process, each participant will receive an email with further instructions. Check-in begins at 1:30 p.m. PT. on the event date.
ABOUT SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC
With a list of titles that includes the 2022 Concacaf Champions Cup – becoming the first and only Major League Soccer franchise to hold the continental crown – 2019 and 2016 MLS Cups, 2014 MLS Supporters' Shield and four Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup championships (2009, 2010, 2011, 2014), Sounders FC is Seattle's Major League Soccer club. Sounders FC received its MLS charter on November 13, 2007, and set a league record by qualifying for the MLS Cup Playoffs for 13 consecutive seasons. Sounders FC reached a milestone in 2016 as the franchise claimed its first MLS Cup championship, before earning its second title in 2019, hoisting the Philip F. Anschutz Trophy in front of a record home crowd of 69,274 fans. Since the club's debut MLS season in 2009, Sounders FC has set the standard for soccer support in North America, leading the league in attendance for eight consecutive seasons (2009-2016) and routinely ranking in the top 30 in attendance among all professional teams internationally. Prior to joining MLS, the Seattle Sounders organization has been a part of the greater Seattle community and U.S. Soccer professional scene since 1974.
ABOUT SEATTLE REIGN FC
Seattle Reign FC was established in 2012 as a founding member of the National Women’s Soccer League. The fourteen-team NWSL is widely considered to be the most competitive women’s professional soccer league in the world. Over its first 11 seasons, the club captured the NWSL Shield three times, while making three appearances in the NWSL Championship and seven appearances in the NWSL postseason. Reign FC plays its home matches at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington and trains at Starfire Sports Complex in Tukwila, Washington. The club can be found on the web at www.reignfc.com and on social platforms @ReignFC.
ABOUT RAVE FOUNDATION
RAVE Foundation, the official charitable partner of both Sounders FC and Reign FC, builds small fields for free play in communities of need throughout Washington, and uses soccer as a vehicle to inspire learning, wellness and joy where they are needed most. RAVE is a partner in the legacy commitment of FIFA World Cup Seattle 2026, aimed to leave Washington with more access to the beautiful game as a result of this momentous opportunity.
RAVE Foundation has three core strategies including using soccer as a vehicle to empower and inspire, to remove barriers to participation on and off the field and to support, catalyze and strengthen communities. By building small fields, the RAVE Foundation provides a place for kids to play freely, be physically active and safe, and to be inclusive stakeholders in their communities.
More information about RAVE Foundation can be found via RaveFoundation.org. RAVE also welcomes donations to the general 26 MORE Fields by 2026 initiative HERE.
ABOUT SEATTLE FIFA WORLD CUP 26™ LOCAL ORGANIZING COMMITTEE
SeattleFWC26 is the local organizing committee for Seattle’s participation as one of the 16 host cities selected for the FIFA World Cup 26™. As a not-for-profit organization, SeattleFWC26’s vision is to foster a lasting legacy for our region, guided by the spirit of soccer, innovation, and inclusion. To keep up to date on the latest news and involvement opportunities with SeattleFWC26, please visit Seattlefwc26.org/get-involved.
ABOUT FIFA WORLD CUP 26™
FIFA World Cup 26™ will be the biggest sporting event ever, with three Host Countries, 16 Host Cities, 48 teams and 104 matches uniting an entire continent to showcase a momentous new tournament format. With more countries, cities, teams, and games, FIFA World Cup 26™ will be the most inclusive tournament ever, engaging millions of fans across 16 unique stadiums and billions worldwide. The tournament will take place in June and July 2026. For the latest FIFA World Cup 26™ information please visit the FIFA World Cup 26™ website.
