Carolina RailHawks Host West Ham United of English Premier League

MATCH DAY INFO:
CAROLINA RAILHAWKS VS WEST HAM UNITED
KICKOFF: JULY 12, 2016 – 8 PM ET (WAKEMED SOCCER PARK, CARY N.C.)

BROADCAST INFO:
TV: WRAL2 (WRAL.com), TWC SPORTSCHANNEL
RADIO: 1550 THE TICKET, 99.9 HD-3
LIVE UPDATES: @RAILHAWKSFC #CARvWHU

Match Preview:
The Carolina RailHawks will host English Premier League side West Ham United in an historic international friendly. This game marks the first time a Premier League team has visited the Triangle. The highly anticipated match will feature some of the best players from their prospective leagues. The match is sure to be competitive- West Ham are looking to gain fitness and experience from their preseason while the RailHawks aim to continue their impressive form and test their talents.

Tickets to the match are available here.
Season ticket holders are to use GAME B in their ticket package for this match.

Important Information:
For the best game-day experience, ticket holders are advised of the following:

Arrive early. Unique to this game, parking lots will open at 4 p.m. Stadium gates will open at 6:30 p.m. Tailgating is permitted.
Bring Cash. Parking for this event is $10, cash only. Bring exact change to avoid delays.
Show Your Pass. Already have a parking pass? For the best service, use the main entrance to WakeMed Soccer Park (west of Trinity Road).
RailHawks Fan Bus. Travel to the game in style with the RailHawks Fan Bus. Picking up fans at convenient locations in Raleigh and Cary, the Fan Bus will allow ticket holders to come to the match without having to worry about parking. Space is limited and fans must enter the participating establishment to claim their bus ticket.
RailHawks London Bridge Express. Additionally, the RailHawks will be adding three buses from London Bridge Pub, taking fans directly to WakeMed Soccer Park. The additional buses will be located in front of London Bridge Pub at 110 East Hargett Street in Raleigh. Access to these buses is first-come, first-serve and they will leave at approximately 6 p.m. once they are full.

Please note that parking adjacent to WakeMed Soccer Park will be available as permitted by private businesses; however, no shuttle transportation will be provided. These satellite parking locations are not managed by the Town of Cary or the Carolina RailHawks.

Happening at the game:
Support Diversity Tailgate:
The Carolina RailHawks are uniting with supporters’ groups Oak City Supporters and Triangle Soccer Fanatics in hosting a joint tailgate with West Ham United Supporters from all over the world to benefit Equality NC. The tailgate will begin at approximately 6 PM and take place at the bottom of Lot C adjacent to the East side of the stadium. Food will be provided, while supplies last, and donations will be accepted in support of Equality NC.

Hang Out with Adam & Joe:
Adam Gold and Joe Ovies from 99.9 The Fan will be hosting their daily show from WakeMed Soccer Park before the game. Stop by the promo tent, located right outside the box office, to get some swag. Then go greet them inside the Far Post Beer Garden and show them why soccer fans are the most passionate sports fans in the world.

Fly Over Before the Game:
Enter the stadium early to enjoy a fly over by the Bandit Flight Team from Sanford, NC. The fly over will take place before the game and fans will not want to miss this thrilling demonstration.

Fireworks Display:
Stay with us after the game to enjoy an exciting fireworks display. The pyrotechnic extravaganza will start just a few minutes after the final whistle from the North side of the stadium and fans are encouraged to sit back, relax and enjoy the show.

Commemorative Jersey Auction:
Game-worn jerseys from the game will be auctioned off following the match to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Durham and Wake Counties. The jersey features the Ronald McDonald House of Durham and Wake logo on the right sleeve as well as the match day information on the front.

The Ronald McDonald House Charities is a non-profit organization with local chapters currently operating in 63 countries, serving nearly 6 million people by offering the comforts of a home-away-from-home to critically ill children and their families. The live online auction will start at the beginning of the game on Tuesday, July 12 and will run until Tuesday, July 19 at midnight ET. Fans are encouraged to visit CarolinaRailHawks.com for details on how to bid on their favorite player’s jersey.

Important Information:
For the best game-day experience, ticket holders are advised of the following:

Arrive early. Unique to this game, parking lots will open at 4 p.m. Stadium gates will open at 6:30 p.m. Tailgating is permitted.
Bring Cash. Parking for this event is $10, cash only. Bring exact change to avoid delays.
Show Your Pass. Already have a parking pass? For the best service, use the main entrance to WakeMed Soccer Park (west of Trinity Road).
RailHawks Fan Bus. Travel to the game in style with the RailHawks Fan Bus. Picking up fans at convenient locations in Raleigh and Cary, the Fan Bus will allow ticket holders to come to the match without having to worry about parking. Space is limited and fans must enter the participating establishment to claim their bus ticket.
RailHawks London Bridge Express. Additionally, the RailHawks will be adding three buses from London Bridge Pub, taking fans directly to WakeMed Soccer Park. The additional buses will be located in front of London Bridge Pub at 110 East Hargett Street in Raleigh. Access to these buses is first-come, first-serve and they will leave at approximately 6 p.m. once they are full.