AUBURN, Ind. – Fort Wayne Football Club announced Monday night a partnership with Valbruna Stainless, Inc., whose logo will adorn the back of the club’s official match kits this season in USL League One.
“This marks a significant milestone for our club,” Fort Wayne FC’s Chief Operating Officer, Scott Sproat, said. “Partnering with an internationally known company like Valbruna, which maintains a strong presence right here in Fort Wayne, aligns us with an organization that shares our commitment to excellence, innovation, and community impact.
“Seeing their brand represented on the back of our kits reinforces the strength of this collaboration and the shared pride we bring to our city.”
Season-ticket holders and media got their first look at Fort Wayne FC’s Autumn Gold-colored road kits Monday night, when team players donned them at a reveal party at Kruse Plaza.
The logo of Parkview Sports Medicine (PSM) and Ortho NorthEast (ONE) is on the front of the kits. PSM and ONE were announced as the Official Sports Medicine Partners of Fort Wayne Football Club on Feb. 2.
The PSM and ONE logo, and the Valbruna Stainless, Inc., logo will be apparent in all official club matches during league, Cup and exhibition competitions, and be on all authentic uniforms sold by the club. The logo placements ensure consistent national and regional visibility across match broadcasts, including those on ESPN and CBS Sports platforms, and digital media.
Capelli Sport is also represented on Fort Wayne FC Kits as the Official and Exclusive Uniform & Equipment Partner of the club.
Kits are available for sale in Fort Wayne FC’s online store.
The club’s first match in professional soccer will be Saturday against FC Naples in Naples, Florida, the first of five straight road matches to begin the season.
Fort Wayne FC’s home kits will be unveiled closer to the May 2 home opener against the Charlotte Independence – the first ever match at Fort Wayne FC Park, the state-of-the-art, soccer-specific stadium being built at Bass Road and I-69.
As the club’s Official Back-of-Kit Partner, Valbruna will receive integrated branding opportunities across matchdays, hospitality experiences, and community initiatives. The partnership reflects a mutual investment in growing the game, elevating the fan experience, and strengthening local engagement.
“At Valbruna, we believe in supporting organizations who share the same values as our company, including passion and a commitment to winning by a fair competition. Valbruna has been part of the Fort Wayne community since 2004, so we are proud to support Fort Wayne Football Club as it unites people and inspires the community,” said Massimo Amenduni Gresele, President of Valbruna Stainless Inc.
“We are proud to stand with Fort Wayne Football Club and its passionate supporters as part of the club’s identity on the field.”
About Fort Wayne Football Club
Fort Wayne Football Club, founded in 2019, is a professional soccer club playing its first season in USL League One in 2026. The club is building a state-of-the-art, soccer-specific stadium, Fort Wayne FC Park, that will open at Bass Road and I-69 in 2026. In pre-professional USL League Two, Fort Wayne Football Club won division titles in 2023, 2024 and 2025. For more information, visit FortWayneFC.com.
About Valbruna Stainless, Inc.
Valbruna has been present in the United States for more than 30 years, beginning with the opening of its first sales office in Connecticut in 1993. In 2004, the century-old, Italian company Acciaierie Valbruna strengthened its North American presence through the acquisition of the former Slater Steel, Inc., now Valbruna Slater Steel Inc. (VSSI), based in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Today, with seven branches across the United States, a stainless steel mill in Fort Wayne, and an additional mill and warehouse in Canada, Valbruna is a strategic and trusted supplier to the North American stainless steel market. For more information, visit www.valbrunastainless.com.
About Parkview Sports Medicine
Parkview Sports Medicine (PSM) is a leading provider of orthopedic and sports medicine care serving communities across Indiana and Northwest Ohio. PSM supports thousands of athletes each year through a regional network serving more than 40 high schools, five colleges, and numerous club sports programs. Services include embedded athletic trainers, sports therapy and rehabilitation, strength and conditioning and performance training, injury prevention initiatives, and direct access to orthopedic surgeons and subspecialists.
As part of Parkview Health, PSM delivers coordinated services designed to support athletes from initial evaluation through treatment, rehabilitation, performance training, and long-term recovery. For more information, visit PSMSports.com.
About Ortho NorthEast
For more than 63 years, Ortho NorthEast has been a trusted leader in orthopedic care, offering comprehensive services including sports medicine, joint replacement, spine care, trauma coverage, orthopedic oncology, and more. A national leader in orthopedic excellence, ONE provides tertiary-level care, advanced robotics, and same-day joint replacement. With fellowship-trained specialists and a commitment to innovation, research, and education, ONE is dedicated to helping patients move better and live pain-free. Learn more at www.orthone.com.
About Capelli Sport
Capelli Sport is a global sports brand based in New York City. The company is a leader in sports, lifestyle apparel and equipment. Capelli Sport enables athletes and teams to maximize their potential through a unique global sports ecosystem. Learn more at capellisport.com and find Capelli Sport on Instagram (@CapelliSport).