Lexington SC, Racing Louisville FC women set to play in preseason friendly
LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — Lexington Sporting Club announced Tuesday afternoon that the Women's USL Super League team will face Racing Louisville FC on Sunday, July 13 at 6 p.m.
This will be the first time Kentucky's two women's professional teams will compete against one another.
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'We're excited to put on a show against an in-state opponent,' said Racing Louisville's general manager, Caitlyn Flores Milby. 'It's been rewarding to be part of the growth of the women's professional game in Kentucky, and we're looking forward to bringing the Commonwealth's two teams together for a memorable night at Lynn Family Stadium.'
Tickets are already available for purchase at RacingLouFC.com/Lexington.
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