Join The Green & Gold For the Upcoming Tampa Bay Rowdies 50th Season!

The Tampa Bay Rowdies are set to kick off their 2025 USL Championship season on Saturday, March 8, facing off against Las Vegas Lights FC. The match will take place at Cashman Field in Las Vegas, with kickoff scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET. ​RowdiesSoccer.com

Broadcast Information

Fans eager to catch the season opener can tune in through multiple platforms:​

• Tampa Bay 44: The Rowdies have extended their partnership with Tampa Bay 44 to broadcast both home and away matches this season. Tampa Bay 44, owned by Paramount Global, will air 32 of the team’s 34 matches, bringing live action into supporters’ homes across the region. ​
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• CBS Sports Golazo Network: For those outside the Tampa Bay area or preferring an online option, the game will be available for streaming on the CBS Sports Golazo Network.
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• TUDN: The match will also air on TUDN, providing additional viewing options for fans. ​
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Offseason Additions and Returning Favorites

The Rowdies have been active in the offseason, bolstering their roster with key signings:​

• Cammy MacPherson: The Scottish midfielder joins on loan from St Johnstone. MacPherson brings experience from the Scottish Premiership and is expected to strengthen the midfield under the guidance of Head Coach Robbie Neilson. Sources: ​thescottishsun.co.uk+1rowdiessoccer.com+1
• Laurence Wyke, Robert Castellanos, and Thomas Vancaeyezeele: This defensive trio returns to the Rowdies, having previously played for the club. Their familiarity with the team’s culture and dynamics is anticipated to enhance defensive stability.
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Fan favorites making their return include:​

• Forrest Lasso: The three-time USL Championship Defender of the Year is back for his fifth season with the Rowdies. After his 2024 campaign was cut short due to a torn ACL, Lasso has been training regularly throughout the preseason, with plans to ease him back into full-match fitness. ​
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• Mateus DeJesus: The young defender has signed a new USL Academy contract for the 2025 season. After joining the Rowdies last July, DeJesus was included in the matchday squad six times and has shown significant progress during the preseason.
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Season Outlook

The Rowdies are aiming to build on their previous successes and address past challenges:​

• Playoff Aspirations: With the bolstered roster and returning talent, the team is optimistic about securing a playoff spot this season. The blend of experienced players and promising newcomers provides a balanced squad capable of competing at the highest level.​
• Addressing Past Weaknesses: One area of focus is improving defensive consistency. The return of key defenders and the addition of experienced midfielders like MacPherson are strategic moves to strengthen the team’s defensive solidity. Source: ​thescottishsun.co.uk

As the Rowdies embark on their 2025 campaign, fans have much to look forward to, with enhanced viewing options and a team poised for success.