SportsGrass by ForeverLawn:
Foundation Title Partner
ForeverLawn NEO is the maker of SportsGrass, the finest and most playable artificial sports surface made today. ForeverLawn NEO continues with us this season as our Foundation Title Partner for 2025. Not only are their surfaces the best, but more importantly, ForeverLawn NEO is aligned with the mission of Ambassadors Football Club, as well as our hosts Malone University and Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy, and invests deeply in the leadership development and growth of their employees, their partners, and their clients and friends. We are so excited that ForeverLawn NEO has joined us once again in our mission this year. And, the incredible pitch we play on at King Field at Malone University is the premium SportsGrass XP line from ForeverLawn.
“Words can’t express the gratitude we have for Bryan Smith, Derek Karmie, Derek Taylor, and founders Dale and Brian Karmie. Their belief in our mission and support is beyond what we have prayed for. They provide us not only with an incredible model of leadership in a community, but they provide us with the best surface to play and train on every day. We would not have been able to achieve our vision of the NPSL platform without their support.”
Pioneer Trails:
Official Travel Partner
Ambassadors FC Ohio is blessed by our relationship with Pioneer Trails as the Official Travel Partner for 2025 and beyond. Wendyl Schwartzentruber and his staff share in the vision of Ambassadors and have graciously aligned with our mission. Pioneer Trails has been catering to travel customers for four decades. Established in 1984 the family-owned and -operated business is now managed by the second generation. They uphold the same vision and commitment as our founders, ensuring the ongoing legacy of excellence in the family business. With a fleet of over 30 motorcoaches spanning two locations—the original site in Millersburg, OH, and a second location in Parkersburg, WV—they offer unparalleled service.
“There are no words to express the gratitude we have for Wendyl and his answer to a call from the Lord to enter into a mission partnership with us. There is no one we would feel safer with and no banner we would rather travel under other than Pioneer Trails. This generational family business continues to grow and offer the most incredible experiences to their customers.”
University Hospital Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute:
Official Athletic Training Provider
University Hospitals Drusinsky Sports Medicine Institute will once again provide the athletic training services to Ambassadors FC Ohio in 2025 and we are honored to be their partners. Their Ohio Licensed Athletic Trainers match and on-site event coverage for all of our home matches. Their team of athletic trainers also provides real-time navigation help to help our players who need medical services, further evaluations, assessments, and other sports medicine needs.
“The professionalism and continuum of care offered by University Hospitals and their incredible athletic training staff match our desire to be professionals in training and preparing our players for the best future possible. Our match days are the best environment for competition possible for us as well as our visiting opponents due to the commitment and blessing provided for us by UH and their staff. Dr. Calcei provides the utmost in care. We are so grateful for their commitment to our AFC family.”
Rheem/Robertson Heating:
Uniform & Training Gear Partner
Rheem and Robertson Heating Supply of Alliance, Ohio have joined in partnership with Ambassadors FC Ohio as a Uniform & Training Gear Partner for 2025. Since its inception 91 years ago, Robertson Heating Supply Company has prided itself on delivering the highest quality product and best value to our customers. This philosophy has helped them grow into an industry leader, distributing a wide range of Rheem/Ruud products throughout Ohio, western Pennsylvania, Michigan, Indiana, and West Virginia. Rheem engineer a full line of global air and water products that deliver reliable performance, comfort and energy savings—providing just the right temperature for virtually any time and any place. They are backed by 100 years of expertise and a bold commitment to sustainability.
“Rheem and Robertson are fully invested in supporting Ambassadors FC Ohio and we are tremendously grateful for their partnership. Their experience, vision and their dedication to their customers and service is so admirable and we are proud to bear their logo and share their mission.”
State Farm:
“Man of the Match” Sponsor & Presenting Uniform Partner
State Farm and local agents Jennifer Corwin of Tallmadge and Nykole Morgenroth of Streetsboro have teamed up once again in 2025 to provide AFC Ohio with support as a Presenting Uniform Partner and sponsor of our “Man of the Match” awards this season. Their State Farm agencies offer insurance products for Auto, Home, Property, Business, Life, Health, and Pet as well as other products for Banking, Mutual Funds, and Annuities. Jennifer and Nykole are both proud Ambassadors Football Club youth parents and their support is invaluable to us.
“I truly don’t have words to express appropriate gratitude to Jennifer and Nykole not only for their support, but more so for their Christ-like model of service above self that our players truly get to experience through their presence. They are two of most blessed and giving people to this club and ministry and we are so honored to call them family.”
Zavarelli Property & Development:
Uniform Partner
Ambassadors FC Ohio is honored to be in partnership with Zavarelli Property & Development for 2025. CEO and Co-Founder Christian Zavarelli is a Lake Center Christian & Malone University soccer alumnus and has taken the reigns of his family business that has provided construction, hardscaping, and overall structural enhancement services since 2016. Christian believes in empowering others to lead as well. His family and business use that foundational belief and apply it into the world of business and create something great in the eyes of the creator.
“Christian believes that success is not determined by a dollar amount…he sees success is a bi-product of self belief, relentless hard work, and integrity. We share in his vision, his passion for the game, and his foundational support of Ambassadors in our new NPSL venture is such an incredible blessing to us.”
Brews & Blends and Herbalife:
Official Nutrition Supplier & Training Sponsor
Ambassadors FC Ohio has partnered with Wibb and Sandra Enos as Herbalife independent distributors and their “Brews & Blends” Nutrition Shop and Club as Training Kit Sponsors once again for 2025. Wibb and Sandra have changed so many lives by partnering with those who are interested in creating healthy lifestyles through nutrition, fitness, and encouragement.
We are not only partnering with their business, but will be utilizing Herbalife products with our players and our program to aid in the fitness regimen and fueling of our athletes.
“We are so grateful for the commitment Wibb and Sandra have made to AFC Ohio. They have been integral supporters of the club for years as parents, and now will have an extensive role in supporting our players in attaining their goals as athletes and people.”
Boyce Machine:
Uniform Sponsor
For 2025, AFC Ohio is truly honored to partner once again with Boyce Machine as a Uniform Partner. The Boyce Machine team brings the same attention to quality and service expected from a company established in 1988. The goal for Kent-based Boyce Machine is to continuously upgrade equipment and expand services by expanding process capability. With highly capable and skilled machinists, this is a machine shop of choice for high quality parts, and reliable delivery.
“We couldn’t be more blessed and fortunate to have owner Cory Potoczek and his team with Bill McCauley come on board this year to share in our mission orientation, and to partner under the ideals that relationship building and hard work create great results and loyalty. This is a small shop that delivers huge quality to our communities.”
FNA Wealth Management:
Uniform Sponsor
Ambassadors is honored and proud to continue their partnership with FNA Wealth Management as a Uniform Partner for 2025. FNA Wealth Management is a full-service financial consulting and services firm. They surround clients with decades of experience, a staff of highly-skilled professionals, a trained supportive culture, and a system designed to help get you to where you want to be.
“Joe Randazzo and his team of professionals are above and beyond in their work and commitment to their clients. These are the people and businesses that we want to be associated with…those that walk the extra miles. Thank you so much for walking with us this year.”
Malone University:
Facilities & Media Partner
Malone University is the only private Christian liberal arts university in northern Ohio and continues to be the competitive home of AFC Ohio at King Field in 2025. Malone’s mission of Christ’s kingdom first is once again reflected in their commitment through their media partnership with Ambassadors Football Club this season that allows us to achieve our goals on and off the field. Malone’s unique urban setting in Canton, Ohio draws students interested in a multitude of programs from the region and beyond. We are honored to compete at King Field, Malone’s state-of-the-art soccer and lacrosse stadium featuring ForeverLawn NEO’s SportsGrass XP as its playing surface.
“We are once again honored and grateful to partner with this thriving higher education institution once again this year. We are so blessed to work and serve alongside Malone at Ambassadors and be a part of their vision under the guidance of President Dr. Greg Miller. Through God’s grace, Malone is growing and producing incredible giving servants that live the gospel example in the work they do in their communities.”
Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy:
Facilities & Media Partner
Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy continues to not only be the second home of Ambassadors FC Ohio this season, but is also a gracious facilities partner once again this season through a media and facilities partnership. CVCA is a Christ-centered middle school and high school committed to educating and cultivating servants for Christ. Their deeply successful tradition as a scholastic soccer power in Ohio is but one of the many positive and outstanding reflections of the quality of the education that is provided to their students.
“We are so grateful to be able to partner with CVCA for the use of their brilliant facilities. This school community is so closely aligned with the Ambassadors mission. I can’t imagine partnering with anyone else and we are proud to have their alumni playing for our badge as well.”
Stimulus Athletic:
Official Gear Supplier
Ambassadors FC Ohio is excited to partner with Stimulus Athletic again in 2025 as the official match and training gear for the players and replica kits for fans, supporters, families, and kids. Our three (3) kits last season were so impressive and their quality, service, and commitment to us as a club is unparalleled. AFC is proud to have brought Stimulus on board as a partner. Founded by a former professional soccer player, Stimulus is changing the rules! They combine eye-catching custom designs with cost-conscious products and an easy ordering process.
“Geison and his team have provided us with the ability to not only have the highest quality kits and gear for our players and supporters, but to also feature our partners in ways that we could not do before. Stimulus is different, they are professional-grade, and we are blessed by their commitment to our mission and to our league and vision.”
Rothenbuhler Cheesemakers:
Official Club Partner
The Rothenbuhler Cheesemakers Company of Middlefield continues to be a long-time partner of the entire Ambassadors Football Club ministry and is the namesake training home of the Ambassadors Football Club in Macedonia, Ohio. Our primary club-wide sponsor, the Rothenbuhler Cheesemakers are reminded daily of their company values by the three mountain peaks of the Rothenbuhler symbol representing our faith in God, respect for people, and their passion for excellence.
“The Rothenbuhler family has given so much to this ministry and this club and it continues to be such a blessing to not only have them on our kit, but to know that so much of what we represent though Ambassadors Football has been built on the foundational support of this family and their business. They have changed lives around the world.”
The Schooner J. & E. Riggin:
Official Vacation Partner
Former college soccer player, Capt. Jocelyn Schmidt and her husband Capt. Justin Schaefer are tremendous fans of the game, investors in the Ambassadors FC Ohio mission, and serve as our Official Vacation Partner for 2024. There’s no better way to experience Maine’s scenic coastline than a Windjammer cruise aboard the historic Schooner J. & E. Riggin. With 3-, 4-, 5-, or 6-night sail departing from historic Rockland, Maine, the Riggin will take you along the bold and beautiful granite coastline, past spruce-clad islands, and through the legendary lighthouses-dotted points of Penobscot Bay. Any version is a trip of a lifetime.
“What an honor to be partnered with Jocelyn and Justin and the incredible Schooner J. & E. Riggin, the best adventure you could possibly take on the East Coast. These outstanding hosts put their years of experience and entire hearts into making a visit to Penobscot Bay the most unforgettable getaway. We love them and look forward to continuing to support their passion in any way we can.”
The MNK Legacy Project:
Support Partner
Ambassadors FC Ohio is once again deeply honored to partner with The MNK Legacy Project for 2025. The MNK Legacy Project was started in honor of a beloved, inspirational friend…Makenna Nicole Karmie. She overflowed tangible, transformational love. Known for befriending the outcasts and advocating for the marginalized, Makenna’s strong convictions and unwavering friendship made a big difference in her twenty years on earth. And despite her physical absence, Makenna’s legacy only continues to grow. Mirroring the life of Makenna, the MNK Legacy Project exists to come alongside individuals, programs, and organizations which promote the building and strengthening of underserved communities and peoples.The Project partners with individuals, programs, and organizations to build and strengthen under-supported communities through financial, educational, and promotional resources. Their mission is to empower local individuals, programs, and organizations with resources to deepen their impact to underserved and in-need communities. Their vision is to extend Makenna’s loving, active presence into a variety of causes, showing Christ’s love to diverse communities in tangible, impactful ways.
“Our ability to shine a light on The MNK Legacy Project is such a privilege. Makenna’s friends and family are living out the gospel through their work and service and we at AFC Ohio are humbled to promote the foundation and their work.”
