SALINAS, CA – The Salinas Regional Soccer Complex has announced “The Match,” a $3 million campaign to build eight new soccer fields and complete critical supporting infrastructure. This investment will meet growing community demand and move the Complex closer to its vision of becoming the largest sports facility of its kind between Los Angeles and San Francisco.

SALINAS, CA – The Salinas Regional Soccer Complex has announced “The Match,” a $3 million campaign to build eight new soccer fields and complete critical supporting infrastructure. This investment will meet growing community demand and move the Complex closer to its vision of becoming the largest sports facility of its kind between Los Angeles and San Francisco.

Currently serving 11,500 people each week, the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex has become a trusted hub for youth sports, families, and community gatherings throughout Monterey County. With the addition of new fields and amenities, weekly use is projected to exceed 22,000, positioning the Complex to host state and national tournaments and events that drive significant economic impact for the region.

Taylor Farms has taken the lead in The Match campaign with a $1.5 million challenge gift. This leadership commitment launches a community-wide call to action and provides a powerful opportunity for donors to double their impact.

The Match is a $3 million campaign and a critical component of the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex’s broader $10 million effort to complete Phases 2 and 3 of construction. Together, these phases deliver the core field and infrastructure improvements needed to operate at full regional capacity, including eight new soccer fields, stadium seating to support large-scale events, restrooms, field lighting, and essential infrastructure such as fencing. This work is part of the Complex’s overall $45 million capital campaign, which will ultimately include Phase 4 and the development of a wellness center and fieldhouse, indoor soccer facilities, and celebration plaza.

“This investment reflects a deep belief in the role community spaces play in shaping health, opportunity, and connection for generations,” said Catherine Kobrinsky Evans, Vice President of the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex and Chair of The Match campaign. “Taylor Farms has stepped forward with extraordinary leadership, creating a moment for others to come together and help build something that truly belongs to this community.”

The goal is to fulfill the challenge in 2026 and complete construction of the new fields and supporting amenities by Spring 2027. This expansion will increase access to safe greenspace, strengthen opportunities for youth and women’s leagues, and enhance the region’s ability to host tournaments that bring families and economic activity to the Salinas Valley.

Community leaders, businesses, and individuals are invited to participate in The Match and be recognized alongside Taylor Farms and other partners helping shape the future of this vital community resource.

About Taylor Farms

Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Salinas, California, Taylor Farms is a leading producer of fresh-cut fruits, vegetables, and packaged salads, supplying retailers, food service operators, and consumers across North America. The company is family-owned and built on a commitment to quality, innovation, and responsible food production, with deep roots in the Salinas Valley.

About the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex

The Salinas Regional Soccer Complex is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering physical health, community connection, and opportunity through access to high-quality sports and recreational facilities. Serving thousands of families each week, the Complex is one of the most active and trusted community hubs in Monterey County.

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Press Release by the County of Monterey

Salinas, CA — The Salinas Regional Soccer Complex has been officially recognized by the U.S. Congress for its ambitious vision to transform previously undeveloped land into a vibrant, state-of-the-art sports and recreation hub. The US Congress has awarded $500,000 in federal funding, thanks to extraordinary efforts made by Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren. This grant will help support the next phase of expansion for the Complex, a critical investment that advances what is poised to become the largest sports facility between San Francisco and Los Angeles.

“I was proud to have submitted the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex as one of my community project requests this year, and I’m glad to see this funding coming to Monterey County,” Rep. Lofgren said. “This is a big investment in Salinas’ future as a regional cultural hub, and I am thrilled that Californians of all ages will get to enjoy this complex for generations to come.”

The funding marks a significant milestone in the development of the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex and reinforces the project’s transformative impact on youth, families, and the broader Monterey County community. Once completed, the Complex has the potential to serve up to 18,000 + children and youth weekly, along with their families.

The expansion project, developed in partnership with the Salinas Regional Sports Authority, includes:

• 7 new natural grass soccer fields
• A 3,000-seat, lighted outdoor stadium with two synthetic soccer fields
• Sand soccer fields
• A 60,000-square-foot indoor soccer arena featuring concessions, classrooms, and maintenance facilities
• An outdoor sports court
• An outdoor restroom facility
• 421 new parking spaces and pedestrian walkways
• An on-site irrigation well to serve both proposed and adjacent existing fields
• Stormwater control facilities, including Low Impact Development (LID) features and infiltration basins
• Environmental protections, including setbacks from Gabilan Creek and adjacent wetlands, as well as minor compensatory wetland restoration

Although the project site is owned by the County of Monterey, the Soccer Complex has been a partnership between the City of Salinas and the nonprofit organization, the Salinas Regional Sports Authority, which will construct and operate the next phases of the facility.

“This $500,000 investment is a major win for the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex and for the families and youth we serve across Monterey County,” said Jonathan De Anda, Executive Director. “We’re grateful to Congresswoman Zoe Lofgren and the County of Monterey for their leadership and partnership in securing these funds. This support helps us continue building out high-quality, accessible natural grass fields that promote health, community connection, and opportunity for thousands of residents each week.”

Beyond expanding recreational opportunities, the project reflects a strong commitment to sustainable land use and environmental stewardship. By revitalizing land once considered unusable and incorporating thoughtful stormwater management and habitat protections, the Complex demonstrates how community development and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

County of Monterey, District 1 Supervisor Luis Alejo emphasized the regional importance of this investment.

“This federal funding represents a powerful investment in the health, well-being, and future of our young people,” said District 1 Supervisor Luis Alejo. “The Salinas Regional Soccer Complex will expand access to safe, high-quality recreational space for thousands of youths and families in Salinas, while also generating economic activity and strengthening regional pride. I’m proud to continue supporting a project that transforms underutilized county land into a lasting community asset for generations to come.”

The $500,000 grant provides partial funding for the next phase of development and positions the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex to continue advancing toward its vision of becoming a premier destination for youth sports, tournaments, and community events throughout California’s Central Coast.

For more information about the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex and opportunities to support the project, please visit https://salinassoccer.org/.