It’s every sports fan’s dream to become a genuine part of the teams they support. Imagine the joy of watching your favorite team’s matches on TV, and multiply that several-fold by being an actual part of the team – this is a VIP experience that any fan will treasure for a long time.
Carrick Rangers F.C.
Northern Irish soccer team Carrick Rangers F.C. (CRFC) allows you to give the gift of soccer this holiday season through investment in the newly established Carrick Rangers Global, an organization that will drive the club’s vision for growth. This initiative was launched under the new majority owner, Michael Smith, an American businessman who was an executive at several global companies for more than 20 years for one of the largest sporting brands.
“My passion for this beautiful sport is unwavering, and I know there are many others like me throughout the world. My goal is to give each and every one of them a chance to take this passion to the next level. No longer will they simply be fans; they will become a part of the Carrick Rangers family and an integral part of the very history of the sport,” says Smith.
Through investment, global fans and their loved ones can become part of CRFC’s storied legacy of more than 80 years and participate in its tremendous potential for growth. Since 1939, Carrick Rangers, based in the coastal town of Carrickfergus, Northern Ireland, has been a pillar of the community. The men’s team, which currently plays in the Northern Ireland Football League (NIFL) Premiership, the second-oldest national soccer league in the world, is an up-and-comer in the league. CRFC has set its sights on qualifying for the UEFA Conference League in the coming seasons, and the fanbase is excited about the prospect of winning domestic competition trophies.
Investors in Carrick Rangers Global will receive exciting perks, such as behind-the-scenes access to the club, meet-and-greets with players and coaches, and ticket booking priority. They will also have the opportunity to spectate a match and experience breathtaking views of the Northern Irish coast from the stadium’s hospitality box while enjoying excellent food and drinks.
Aside from the ownership experience, becoming part of the Carrick Rangers family provides the opportunity to partake in and contribute to the club’s growth amid major changes to the sport of soccer, thanks to globalization and digital technology.
Carrick Rangers F.C.
Carrick Rangers Global is spearheading the club’s transformation, in line with Smith’s vision for growth as part of the modern soccer game. Aside from major enhancements being planned for the stadium and the training ground, Carrick is also planning to establish a full-time academy with links to international clubs. Smith and Carrick are also investing heavily into the women’s team alongside UEFA’s six-year ‘Unstoppable’ program to fuel the continued rapid growth of women’s football in Europe. Furthermore, both men’s and women’s soccer are hugely growing in popularity in the US, and Carrick Rangers offers fans, especially from the sizable Irish-American population, an opportunity to get up close to the action.
Last but not least, becoming part of Carrick allows fans to experience football how it’s meant to be played, where the community is front and center, and the spirit of local pride remains strong. While the NIFL Premiership is a top-flight league in Europe, it is one of the most undervalued leagues – leading to unparalleled potential for growth while still retaining the old-school characteristics that made generations fall in love with the Beautiful Game.
“Carrick Rangers F.C. is an exciting mix of a storied past and a bright future, and I am extremely proud to be one of its stewards,” Smith says. “Our home ground is in a historic venue on Taylors Avenue, embodying more than 80 years of tradition. At the same time, Carrick Rangers Global has numerous plans to modernize the facilities and make it competitive with the current times, all the while respecting its heritage. It’s been a wonderful experience at the helm for me, and this holiday season, I believe it’s the perfect time for fans to give themselves or their loved ones a gift – a piece of the club’s history and growth.”
