S|E|A Announces International Summer Series Featuring the Halifax Wanderers u23 and Holstein Kiel u23 (Germany)

Halifax, Nova Scotia (June 6, 2023)
 

Sports & Entertainment Atlantic (S|E|A) is proud to announce the International Summer Series featuring the Halifax Wanderers U23 and Holstein Kiel U23 in Moncton, New Brunswick and Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.

 

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About The Squads

 

The Halifax Wanderers U23 is a development squad for the Halifax Wanderers of the Canadian Premier League (CPL). The Wanderers U23 program focuses on providing development pathways for local athletes, expanding the growth of the sport within Atlantic Canada, and nurturing young talent for future first-team use. The U23 roster consists of elite U SPORTS and CCAA athletes, as well as members of the Wanderers first team. 

 

Holstein Kiel is a German football club based in Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein. The club was founded on October 7, 1900, making it one of the oldest football clubs in Germany. The Holstein Kiel first team plays in the second division of the German league, Bundesliga 2. The club has a strong focus on youth development and have produced several notable players including some who have represented the German national team.

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The tour, aptly named "The International Summer Series," will kick-off in Moncton at the Croix-Bleue Medavie Stadium which will provide an electric atmosphere for the first match, Sunday, July 2 at 3 PM.

 

"Events Moncton is delighted to partner with Sports & Entertainment Atlantic to present this exciting professional soccer match," exclaimed Bill Whalen, Co-Chair of Events Moncton. Fans from Moncton and beyond are in for a treat as they witness top-notch soccer action at our world-class stadium. With our unwavering passion for sports and hospitality, spectators, athletes, and organizers alike are guaranteed to have an unforgettable experience.”​

 

Teams will then travel to Prince Edward Island for a mid-week evening match at the University of Prince Edward Island Alumni Field, the same location used by the CPL during the 2020 Island Games. The match will be played on Wednesday, July 5 with kickoff set for 6 PM.

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“The City of Charlottetown is thrilled to be hosting another international soccer match,” said Charlottetown Mayor Philip Brown. “Charlottetown is a strong sports event city, and we look forward to working with Sports & Entertainment Atlantic and both teams to make the event a great success.”

 

​The International Summer Series promises to be a memorable experience for both players and fans alike, providing an excellent opportunity for young athletes to showcase their abilities against international competition. For fans, the series will bring excitement and entertainment to the communities of Moncton and Charlottetown, further serving as a testament to the growing interest and support for soccer in both regions.

 

In addition to the International Summer Series Matches, Sports & Entertainment Atlantic is excited to incorporate a series of soccer activations and clinics focused on developing the game of soccer throughout New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from Halifax Wanderers coaches and players in a fun and inclusive environment!

 

Schedule

Match 1: Moncton, NB

Croix-Bleue Medavie Stadium, L' Université de Moncton

Sunday, July 2 at 3 PM

 

Match 2: Charlottetown, PEI

Alumni Field, University of Prince Edward Island

Wednesday, July 5 at 6 PM

 

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                               Tickets are available now!  

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