Fort Lauderdale United FC and Amerant Bank Announce Naming Rights Partnership
Fort Lauderdale, Fla. 6 – Fort Lauderdale United FC and Amerant Bank officially announced that the club’s home venue on the campus of Nova Southeastern University will be named Amerant Bank Field. The announcement was made on August 20, 2026.
Commitment to South Florida Soccer Growth and Community
The naming-rights partnership underscores a shared commitment to investing in South Florida and supporting the growth of both professional and youth soccer. Fort Lauderdale United FC fields a women’s team competing in the Gainbridge Super League and plans to debut a men’s team in USL League One in 2027.
Amerant Bank’s logo will also appear on the back of every Youth Academy kit for Fort Lauderdale United FC, symbolizing a deep connection between the partnership and the next generation of players and families throughout South Florida.
Statements from Leadership
Tommy Smith, Founder and Chairman of Fort Lauderdale United FC, stated, “Renaming our home Amerant Bank Field at Nova Southeastern University represents another important step forward for Fort Lauderdale United FC and the future we’re building here. Amerant Bank shares our commitment to investing in this community, and we’re proud to have their name associated with a venue that will continue bringing people together and creating memorable experiences across South Florida.”
About Fort Lauderdale United FC and Amerant Bank
Fort Lauderdale United FC is South Florida’s professional soccer club, featuring a women’s team competing in the Gainbridge Super League and preparing for a men’s team launch in 2027. The club also focuses on youth development and community engagement.
Amerant Bank, the main subsidiary of Amerant Bancorp Inc., has been serving South Florida and Tampa for over 45 years. It is recognized as Florida’s bank of choice, supporting multiple non-profit and community organizations in the region.
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