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Celebrate FC Tampa Bay's 2011 Season Opener Early; Kickoff Party Is Tonight
But tonight there is a pre-season party from 6-8 p.m. at the Venue in Clearwater. The public is invited to welcome the team to Al Lang Field and St. Pete.

ST. PETERSBURG - The Bay area’s local soccer club, FC Tampa Bay of the North American Soccer League, will kick off the 2011 season at Al Lang Field Saturday night against the Montreal Impact.
In order to familiarize residents with the team and the players, the club is hosting a kickoff party tonight at the Venue in Clearwater from 6-8pm.
Players, coaches and FC Tampa Bay staff will be on hand to greet fans, sign autographs and answer questions about the team.
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In addition to the meet & greet, the club will unveil the official team jersey and formally introduce the players.
Admission is free, but you must be 21 or older to attend the event.
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For ticket information to Saturday’s opening game, and all other home games, please visit the team website.