I've been keenly watching them from afar in Massachusetts. I was so impressed with everything and like most people, I thought the branding and the rollout was of the highest order.
So, my wife and I made the trek to Portland this summer. We stopped at the Pop up store in downtown, first. We bought the beautiful shirts and hats. Then we walked around seeing many people wearing P-HOP attire; Then, a pregame at the Zoo Bar; Then, the game itself (Hearts Won!); loved the crowd; loved my Bissell HOP Brew; loved shaking hands after with the whole team and the coaching staff; Loved everything.
What a treasure trove of soccer we now have in New England with teams like P-HOP, RIFC, Vermont Green, H-Athletic and the Revs!
100% Agree. I'm mainly a Rev's supporter, but, what with their dismal season and poor showing in 25, RIFC and P-HOP definitely gave me some respite from that. At the P-HOP game it was evident that they are building community with this. Definitely.
I've been keenly watching them from afar in Massachusetts. I was so impressed with everything and like most people, I thought the branding and the rollout was of the highest order.
So, my wife and I made the trek to Portland this summer. We stopped at the Pop up store in downtown, first. We bought the beautiful shirts and hats. Then we walked around seeing many people wearing P-HOP attire; Then, a pregame at the Zoo Bar; Then, the game itself (Hearts Won!); loved the crowd; loved my Bissell HOP Brew; loved shaking hands after with the whole team and the coaching staff; Loved everything.
What a treasure trove of soccer we now have in New England with teams like P-HOP, RIFC, Vermont Green, H-Athletic and the Revs!
The more soccer, the better, imo.
Soccer communities are special. They bring people together. It's not just about the game.
100% Agree. I'm mainly a Rev's supporter, but, what with their dismal season and poor showing in 25, RIFC and P-HOP definitely gave me some respite from that. At the P-HOP game it was evident that they are building community with this. Definitely.