After inking a 40-year lease at City Stadium and securing Division II status from the United Soccer League, the Richmond Kickers announced a deal with WTVR to broadcast 17 games this season.
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Kickers City Stadium plan is a go; Grace St. tower vote deferred to Jan.
With members of the Red Army in attendance, the Richmond Kickers were victorious Monday night in their bid for an ambitious plan for a long-term lease and $20 million in upgrades to the soccer team’s home field.