Demolition is underway in Reno as Reno Pro Soccer takes a major step toward building what developers say will be Nevada’s first soccer-specific stadium, marking a significant milestone for the region’s sports and construction sectors.
Crews have begun tearing down three buildings at the former Jones West Ford dealership site along Kietzke Lane. The demolition phase, expected to last about five days, will prepare the site for a planned stadium and entertainment complex that aims to transform the area into a multi-use destination.
The project represents a long-anticipated vision for professional sports in northern Nevada, according to Reno Pro Soccer CEO Wendy Damonte.
“I always wanted to do professional sports here in Reno. I wanted to do something watching Vegas get all of these pro teams with these billion-dollar stadiums and now Reno, northern Nevada, is going to get the first ever soccer specific stadium in all of Nevada,” says Damonte.
While the stadium will anchor a professional soccer franchise, developers emphasize that the facility is being designed as a flexible venue capable of hosting a wide range of events.
Damonte highlighted the broader vision for the development, noting its potential to serve the wider community beyond sports.
“I know we talk soccer, soccer, soccer and that really is the anchor of this entire development. But within the soccer stadium itself, we will have every sport. We can have lacrosse, we can have rugby, we can have flag football, which is growing in America right now,” says Damonte. “We can have high school graduations, we can have quinceaneras. So, the stadium will truly be a community hub for so many different events.”
This multi-use approach reflects a growing trend in stadium construction, where developers seek to maximize year-round utilization and economic impact by accommodating diverse programming.
Following demolition, the project must secure approvals from several local governing bodies, including the Reno Planning Commission, Reno City Council and the Regional Planning Commission. These steps are critical before vertical construction can begin.
Developers are targeting a groundbreaking later this fall, pending approvals, with a projected completion date of March 2028. If completed on schedule, the project would introduce a new category of sports infrastructure to the state and could position Reno as a regional destination for events and athletics.
The development also aligns with broader economic goals for the area, potentially driving job creation, tourism and adjacent commercial growth as construction progresses.
Originally reported by Emily Benito in Kolo TV.
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