PayPal Park

Overview

PayPal Park is a soccer-specific stadium in San Jose, California. Home of the San Jose Earthquakes (MLS) and Bay FC (NWSL). Opened February 27, 2015. Located adjacent to San Jose International Airport.

Specifications

• Capacity: ~18,000 (smallest in MLS)
• Canopy roof, steep-raked seating
• 2-acre fan zone with largest outdoor bar in North America
• Double-sided video scoreboard

Investment Thesis

Professional soccer anchor in the Bay Area. san-jose-earthquakes-academy trains adjacent. Not directly relevant to club acquisitions but establishes the pro pathway infrastructure in the market.