May 7, 2022 – United Soccer League One (USL1) – Central Valley Fuego FC News Release
Fresno, Calif. – Central Valley Fuego FC announced today El Mexicano Brand has joined as an official sponsor for the inaugural 2022 season.
As part of the sponsorship, El Mexicano Brand logo will be displayed proudly on the front of all Fuego FC home, away and alternate kits. The widely recognized brand will also be the presenting title night sponsor of Hispanic Heritage Night – Noche Hispana scheduled for September 2022. Additionally, the front-of-jersey sponsor will receive signage prominently displayed throughout the Fresno State Soccer Stadium.
“I am proud to announce that Marquez Brothers Intl. El Mexicano Brand Will be renewing its partnership with Fuego FC. We look forward to working with new leadership that we trust and will maintain the Fuego standard while elevating the organization to another level,” said Jaime Marquez Jr., VP of El Mexicano Brand. “Fuego has been a part of my family for over two decades so the love and passion we have for the sport and this organization is deep-rooted- forever ingrained in our hearts. We are so excited to see Fuego back on the pitch this season, to be involved in our community once again, and to provide opportunities for players to showcase their talent for the Central Valley.”
Since 1981 El Mexicano Brand has been owned and operated by the Marquez family in the Central Valley. Jaime Marquez and Jaime Marquez Jr. were co-founders of the first iteration of Fuego FC, Fresno Fuego of USL League Two (formerly PDL).
“I am both honored and excited to be renewing our partnership with El Mexicano Brand. The history between Fuego and the Marquez family is a long and rich one that deserves recognition for a long-standing tradition of excellence,” said Juan Ruelas Jr., managing partner. “This partnership not only represents a renewed commitment to our community, but also a renewed commitment to continuing the tradition that Fuego has had for…