Our journey started with a simple yet powerful idea: to
convert unused land into a space where the love of sports
can transform lives and unite our community. The Salinas
Regional Soccer Complex is more than just a collection of
fields; it aims to serve as a source of hope, health, and unity for the Salinas Valley. Our programs support youth
empowerment, encourage gender equality in sports, and
offer safe, inclusive spaces for all.
The Salinas Regional Soccer Complex is developed and managed by the Salinas Regional Sports Authority, a non-profit organization supported by a community-driven Board of Directors. Since coming together in 2014, board members have shared a belief that soccer can inspire
personal growth, foster community connections, and celebrate culture. While soccer was our starting point, it is not our endpoint. We are working together to pave the way for a brighter, more active future for generations to come.
The Salinas Regional Soccer Complex provides a safe, healthy space for fitness, life skills, and athletic development AND is an economic engine for local businesses and municipalities,
through soccer.
Cultivating community well-being through soccer.
KURT GOLLNICK
Board President
CATHERINE KOBRINSKY EVANS
Vice President
ALEXIS DIAZ-INFANTE
Treasurer
ALMA CERVANTES
DON CHAPIN
MARICELA CRUZ
ERIC JOHNSEN
IAN JONES
DR. CARISSA PURNEL
LINO BELLI
Dear Friend,
Our community is on a mission: to foster physical, mental, social, and economic well-being in the Salinas Valley area. Our mantra, Más Que Fútbol, encapsulates our dedication to creating safe and inclusive spaces where families and individuals from diverse backgrounds can come together in a shared love of sports and our strong community.
The urgency of our mission is underscored by the findings of Monterey County’s 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment, which identified pressing concerns regarding the physical and mental health crises. We’re addressing these challenges head-on with the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex (SRSC) expansion—enhancing access to athletic facilities, safe greenspaces, recreational opportunities, and access to health care for everyone in our community.
We know that sports serve as a catalyst for personal development, community cohesion, and cultural celebration. We also believe the expansion of the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex holds immense potential for leveraging soccer and other sports as a tool for economic growth in our community. By investing in sports infrastructure, we not only promote physical health and well-being but also stimulate job creation, sports tourism, increased tax revenue, and economic investment back into our community.
Soccer was our starting point but it is not our endpoint. We’re paving the way for a brighter, more active future for generations to come. With a 50 year lease on the land, and the option to extend for an additional 40 years, the Salinas Regional Soccer Complex is uniquely poised to meet the needs of our community. With your support, we’ll complete the ambitious four-phase, community-driven project to ensure Monterey County has world-class facilities for athletics of all kinds, abundant recreation opportunities, and community-building public events.
With gratitude,
Salinas Regional Soccer Complex/Salinas Regional Sports Authority
Board of Directors
Email: [email protected]
The Salinas Regional Sports Authority (SRSA) is a 501(c)3 non-profit group that depends entirely on the generosity of our supporters, both large and small.
The Salinas Regional Sports Authority (SRSA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that relies entirely on the generosity of our supporters, both large and small. While we are a non-governmental organization, our efforts thrive thanks to the support of the State of California, Monterey County, and the City of Salinas. Our local government partners help us maintain a 90-year lease on the land—50 years initially, with the option for two additional 20-year terms. This arrangement enables us to make long-term investments in quality facilities, ensuring that this state-of-the-art sports complex remains a vital part of Monterey County for generations to come.
Since 2018, the City of Salinas has provided funding for our water and utilities, along with regular ongoing support. Monterey County has contributed nearly $1 million in annual donations since 2019. We have also collaborated with Senator Anna Caballero and Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas to secure $6.2 million in funding from the State of California.
We deeply appreciate the meaningful partnerships with the City of Salinas, Monterey County, and the State of California that have helped us in our mission.
- Blue Zones Project
- Cesar Chavez Futbol Academy
- Monterey County Soccer Club
- CHISPA
- City of Salinas Recreational Department
- Clubes Unidos Soccer League
- Ecology Action
- El Camino Futbol Club
- Real Salinas Futbol Club
- Gavilan Youth Soccer League
- Hartnell College
- Monterey Bay FC
- Monterey Condors Club
- Cal North
- Nor Cal
- Orlegi Sports
- PAL
- Salinas Soccer Femenil
- Salinas Soccer League
- SJ Earthquakes
- Salinas Valley Health
- United Way
- YMCA