Georgia Power Partners with U.S. Soccer to Boost Accessibility at National Training Center
Event summary
- Georgia Power becomes a Supporting Partner of the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center, located near Atlanta.
- The partnership includes the Georgia Power Court, an adaptive indoor facility for Power Soccer and Futsal.
- The National Training Center spans 200 acres and is designed for accessibility, serving all nine Extended National Teams.
- First adaptive soccer event, ADAPTandTHRIVE, scheduled for May 20–24, 2026, on the Georgia Power Court.
The big picture
Georgia Power's partnership with U.S. Soccer underscores a broader trend of corporate investment in community-focused sports infrastructure. As utilities increasingly seek to align with social impact initiatives, this deal highlights how energy companies are leveraging local partnerships to enhance brand reputation and foster economic growth. The National Training Center's emphasis on accessibility also reflects a growing industry focus on inclusivity in sports facilities.
What we're watching
- Community Impact
- How Georgia Power's investment in the National Training Center will affect local economic development and soccer participation in Georgia.
- Accessibility Expansion
- Whether the adaptive facilities at the National Training Center can serve as a model for other sports organizations.
- Event Success
- The pace at which the ADAPTandTHRIVE event and similar programming can drive long-term engagement in adaptive soccer.
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