WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, NC, April 24, 2025 — Blue Sharks are swimming from their blue waters to grassy green fields this spring. North Carolina’s best selling local spirit is now the official vodka for the Port City Football Club for the 2025 season.
The team has six home games scheduled at the iconic Legion Stadium, with a season opener set for May 26. Match attendees can expect Blue Shark Vodka cocktails at games, special prizes and giveaways and VIP experiences.
“Our partnership with Port City FC continues our commitment to growing deep local roots, our family’s love and appreciation for community athletics and sharing about our locally-made vodka in our growing city,” said Blue Shark Vodka President Niki Bloomquist.“We are thrilled to support this wonderful organization that is committed to creating life-changing opportunities and building a vibrant community for young adults.”
Port City FC recently joined the Major League Development Association, enabling the club to help advance players to prestigious MLS Academy programs and esteemed NCAA teams.
Thanks to Port City FC, young athletes can improve their skills, gain exposure and pursue professional dreams.
“We couldn’t be more excited to kick off our NPSL and WPSL seasons at the historic Legion Stadium,” said Eion Dockery, co-founder of Port City FC. “Playing right here in Wilmington, North Carolina, our home, is incredibly special for our club, our players, and our fans. We’re thrilled to be partnering with amazing local businesses who share our vision of building community through sport. Our creative partnerships with Blue Shark Vodka and Wrightsville Beach Brewery bring together the best of local spirits and beer, adding to the electric atmosphere we’re creating around game day. It’s going to be a fantastic season both on and off the pitch.”
Come join us at Legion Stadium this season to cheer on Port City Football Club and savor a delicious Blue Shark Vodka drink. We can’t wait to see you there! First game is May 26th! Visit PortCitySoccer.com for tickets.
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About Blue Shark Vodka
Made with non-GMO North Carolina sweet corn, Blue Shark Vodka is a family-owned spirits company on a mission to preserve and protect the sharks swimming up the Carolina coast and beyond. The sweet corn mash that goes into each small batch of vodka is behind the success of it being The World’s Smoothest Vodka®.
Blue Shark Vodka is currently available in all North Carolina ABC stores, in select South Carolina and California stores.
Learn more at BlueSharkVodka.com.
About Port City Football Club
Port City FC is an American semi-professional soccer club based in Wilmington, North Carolina that competes in the National Premier Soccer League. Learn more here: https://portcitysoccer.com/
