City of Orlando, affectionately known as 'City Beautiful,' receives an open letter from Orlando City SC
Orlando City SC Mourns and Unites in Wake of Tragedy
In the aftermath of the devastating shooting at the Pulse nightclub in Orlando, Florida, the Major League Soccer (MLS) team, Orlando City SC, has expressed its condolences and solidarity with the city and its residents.
The attack, which occurred on June 12, claimed the lives of 49 individuals and left 53 more injured, making it the deadliest shooting in the history of the United States.
Orlando City SC has announced that it will use only black-and-white images across its social media channels to show respect for the victims and their families. The team has also expressed its intention to demonstrate that #OrlandoUnited cannot be defeated.
In an open letter to Orlando, the team's management wrote, "Our hearts are heavy, but our resolve is strong. We stand with you in solidarity, and we will do everything in our power to help our city heal."
The MLS team will not celebrate or promote its upcoming games as it normally would. Instead, it will work with its fans, players, partners, and community to ensure the events of June 12 will not be forgotten.
Orlando City SC has a home game scheduled for Saturday. The team is working with other sports teams in the community to create a memorable and meaningful event. The details of the plans for Saturday's game will be announced tomorrow.
The team has also thanked the police, first responders, and medics who saved lives at the Pulse nightclub. In a show of gratitude, Orlando City SC aims to show the world the strength and resilience of Orlando through Saturday's game.
As the city of Orlando begins the long road to recovery, Orlando City SC stands with its community, united in grief, but also in hope for a brighter future.
