Menu
Washingtoner
  • Home
  • Boeing
  • Health
  • Aerospace
  • Daryl Guberman
  • Technology
  • Business
  • ANSI-ANAB
  • Non-profit
Washingtoner

Spokane Selected as Proposed Team Base Camp Site for FIFA World Cup 26™
Washingtoner/10275955

Trending...
  • New plusOne Research Finds the Orgasm Gap Is a 30-Point Chasm — and Confirms It Isn't Biology
  • Five-star Review for Berklee School of Music Textbook
  • Outlier Pest Season Hits Willamette Valley as Mild Winter Drives Early Surge in Ant and Rodent Activity
~ Spokane, WA - The City of Spokane has been chosen as a proposed Team Base Camp for the FIFA World Cup 26™, according to a press release from FIFA. This announcement has sparked excitement among key stakeholders in the Spokane and greater Washington community.

Peter Tomozawa, CEO of SeattleFWC26, expressed his enthusiasm for the selection, stating that Gonzaga University's top-notch facilities and Spokane's welcoming community make it an ideal location for a national team to prepare for the prestigious tournament. He believes that this announcement is a fantastic step towards showcasing the best of Washington in 2026.

Mayor Lisa Brown of the City of Spokane also shared her excitement about the opportunity to host a FIFA World Cup 2026 team. She believes that this announcement highlights Spokane's growing reputation as a sports destination city and showcases its role in welcoming the world's game to communities throughout Washington. She looks forward to working on next steps in the planning process and building anticipation as they get closer to the tournament.

More on Washingtoner
  • Flint Youth Film Festival Shifts Gears, Becomes Vehicle City Film Festival
  • Celebrate Tacoma's Top Volunteers and Service Providers at the 2026 City of Destiny Awards
  • 62% of Gen X have no estate planning documents — Trust & Will research identifies "the Sandwich Gap"
  • Nayarit's Jungle Coast Redefines Luxury Travel on Mexico's Pacific Now More Accessible Than Ever
  • $10 Million Annual Revenue Merger, Profitable Partner in AI Powered Specialty Automotive Sales Projected to Scale Above $200M: Stock Symbol: NWPG

Senator-Elect Marcus Riccelli from Washington's 3rd Legislative District also expressed his delight at the chance to host a FIFA World Cup 2026 basecamp at Gonzaga University. He referred to Spokane as the soccer heartbeat of the Inland Northwest and emphasized that their passionate soccer fans of all ages are eager to be an integral part of the action. He believes that their community and state are committed to ensuring that this tournament and overall soccer experience is a success.

President Thayne McCulloh of Gonzaga University expressed his honor at being selected as a proposed team base camp for FIFA World Cup 2026. He stated that they are looking forward to providing world-class facilities and a supportive environment for teams, contributing to the success of this prestigious global event. Hosting teams from around the world will not only enhance their campus but also unite their community in the spirit of international sportsmanship.

More on Washingtoner
  • Virginia Moving Company Nearly Doubles Customer Calls in Two Weeks After Switching to CARL — the Bold New Alternative to WordPress
  • RAS AP Consulting Launches Vendor Master File & Payment Controls Assessment for NACHA Phase 2 Compliance
  • Spokane: 2026 Wildfire & Forestry Safety Fair
  • Spokane AI Expert Adam Chronister to Discuss Authority Engineering at AI Roundtable Event
  • Spokane: Riverfront Park Shuttle Service Opens May 1, Zipline Coming Fall 2026

Ashley Blake, CEO of Spokane Sports, also shared her confidence in Spokane's ability to host a world-class experience for any FIFA World Cup 2026 team that chooses them as their base camp. She believes that their community's passion for sports and hospitality will ensure an unforgettable experience both on and off the field.

Rose Noble, CEO of Visit Spokane, highlighted the city's vibrant small businesses, world-class hotels, beautiful parks, and dynamic downtown. She also emphasized that Spokane's close proximity to Seattle and other matchday destinations makes it an ideal location for a base camp. She expressed her excitement at being a partner in Washington's FIFA World Cup 2026 planning, hosting, and celebration.

Overall, this announcement has generated great excitement among the stakeholders in the Spokane and greater Washington community. They are eager to showcase their city and state to the world during this prestigious global event. With top-notch facilities, a welcoming community, and a passion for sports and hospitality, Spokane is ready to provide an unforgettable experience for any FIFA World Cup 2026 team that chooses them as their base camp.

Filed Under: Government, City

Show All News | Disclaimer | Report Violation

0 Comments
1000 characters max.

Latest on Washingtoner
  • 'Home in Tacoma' Sparks 62% Increase in Number of Proposed Housing Units in First Year
  • Food Journal Magazine Unveils Its Latest 'Best of Los Angeles' Culinary Discoveries
  • Boston Industrial Solutions Launches Natron® 717S Series: A New Flexible UV LED Ink for Ricoh GH2220 Printheads
  • 5 Things NYC Courier Services Won't Tell You About How Same-Day Delivery Actually Works
  • Spokane City Council Votes in Support of Moving Forward the STA Ballot Initiative
  • Tropidelic Links Up With International Reggae Star Collie Buddz and Eli Mac for Feel-Good Breakthrough Single "Follow Your Nature"
  • Save 15 Percent on Florida Keys Accommodations with KeysCaribbean's 'Advance Purchase Rate Discount'
  • Atelier 411 Studios and Columbus Fashion Council Present Red Carpet Experience at Gateway Film Center for The Devil Wears Prada 2
  • Hazel E Celebrates Birthday with Luxury "Goddess" Yacht Experience in Marina del Rey
  • Joseph Neibich sits down with Bold Jounrey (aka Joseph Nybyk)
  • AI Suite 360 Launches Done-For-You AI Implementation to Rescue SMBs from the "Frankenstein Tax"
  • Spokane: Mayor Brown Reestablishes City Arts Office, Names New Manager to Lead Effort
  • CX Network Releases Report on the Best AI Support Tools for SaaS Companies 2026
  • Outlier Pest Season Hits Willamette Valley as Mild Winter Drives Early Surge in Ant and Rodent Activity
  • Lokal Media House Wins Web Excellence Award for Black Plumbing Redesign
  • Lick Expands Flavored Massage Oil Collection with 10 New Indulgent Cream-Inspired Scents
  • New Research Identifies "Vacation Compatibility Gap" as the Hidden Force Shrinking How Long and With Whom Americans Travel
  • Melospeech Inc. Awarded New NYSDOH BEI Contract in New York
  • Five-star Review for Berklee School of Music Textbook
  • One Phone Call Is All It Takes to Lose a New Dental Patient — Here Is Why
_catLbl0 _catLbl1

Popular on Washingtoner

  • Mensa Brings National Board Game Competition to Northern Virginia April 16-19
  • Tacoma: Lincoln Avenue Bridge to Close Saturday, April 18 for Asphalt Repairs
  • City Council to Discuss ‘Connect Tacoma’ Transportation Levy Replacement at April 14 Study Session
  • Attorney Joseph C. Kreps Files Lawsuit to Stop Alabama State Board of Pharmacy's Unlawful "Revenue-First" Rulemaking
  • Acuvance Appoints Sandeep Sabharwal to Board of Directors, Strengthening Leadership to Support Continued Platform Growth
  • Permian Museum Adds Photos of Fossils Discovered on a Meteorite
  • Su Che Publishing Announces New Children's Book Celebrating Vaisakhi Festival
  • Instant IP Teams: Bringing Enterprise-Grade Collaboration to IP Protection at the Speed of Thought
  • Tacoma Police Department’s CALEA Public Comment Portal
  • Cinder Labs Launches AIRA Shield: Purpose-Built AI Security Platform to Combat Shadow AI

Similar on Washingtoner

  • Spokane: Traffic Impacts Starting Monday, May 4th
  • Spokane Police Investigate a Fatal Shooting on the South Hill
  • Celebrate Tacoma’s Top Volunteers and Service Providers at the 2026 City of Destiny Awards
  • Spokane: 2026 Wildfire & Forestry Safety Fair
  • Spokane: Riverfront Park Shuttle Service Opens May 1, Zipline Coming Fall 2026
  • Olga Torres Earns Repeat Recognition as a Top 2026 CFIUS Advisor
  • Spokane Police Arrest a Hospice Facility Caretaker
  • Tacoma: Homicide Investigation – 400 block of S J St
  • Spokane police investigate a stabbing in the area of Thorpe & Westwood
  • City of Tacoma Modernizes Access to Municipal Code Online
Copyright © 2026 washingtoner.com | Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Contact Us | Contribute