World’s first stadium dedicated to women’s sports opens in Kansas City

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV/Gray News) - History was made Saturday in Kansas City as the first soccer game was played at a new stadium specifically dedicated to a women’s sports team.

Fans filled the CPKC Stadium with the colors of the Kansas City Current, teal and red, as the team played against the Portland Thorns.

A number of fans arrived at the 11,500 seat stadium early to watch the team hit the field, including Current ticket holder Lea Kennedy.

“Just really grown to be a really big fan of women’s soccer over the years, so I’m just so excited that we are able to have this team and have this great stadium,” she said.

Many came to the game in extravagant attire, including scarves and top hats, among much more.

“Today called for something a little bit fancier than normal,” season ticket holder Jennifer Gall said.

The stadium is located in Berkley Riverfront, a location in downtown Kansas City by the Missouri River, so some fans used rideshare options, while others took one of many shuttles or purchased parking passes.

As games at the new stadium gain popularity, Current fans said they hope the transportation options continue to grow.

“Any new endeavor has growing pains, I guess, so we are just trying to keep a positive, open mind,” Gall said.

No matter the trek, thousands still showed up to witness history.

“Today just means so much more, just being a woman and having girls,” said Current season ticket holder Tamiko Turner.

The Current shared before the season started that the KC Streetcar will eventually be an option to get to the games as well.

The Current won their game against the Portland Thorns 5-4.