CINCINNATI – FC Cincinnati announced on Friday a new partnership with Sinclair Broadcast Group that will see every home game of the club’s inaugural season aired locally on Local12, STAR 64 and the CW Cincinnati.

“We are excited about our newest partnership with the Sinclair Broadcast Group,” said Jeff Berding, FC Cincinnati President and General Manager. “Fans who are unable to enjoy the FC Cincinnati experience at Nippert Stadium first-hand will still be able to enjoy all the exciting soccer action on televisions in their homes, in addition to on radio. I have long enjoyed a good working relationship with Jon Lawhead and Local 12 and appreciate the opportunity to build FC Cincinnati with Sinclair’s stations as our official media partners.”

Tom Gelehrter will lead the broadcast teams, bringing experience from ESPNU, ESPN3 and FOX Sports Ohio. He’ll be joined by Kevin McCloskey and Paul Rockwood, who will provide color commentary, and Lindsay Patterson, who will report from the sideline.

“We’re pleased to partner with FC Cincinnati in this tremendously exciting endeavor,” said Jon Lawhead, Group Manager, Sinclair Broadcast Group. “The tristate market has a great appetite for soccer, certainly fueled in part by the high rate of youth participation in our area. These factors combine to make it the perfect time to bring professional soccer to Cincinnati. As the FCC television partner, we’re proud to be able to provide multi-platform viewing opportunities for our viewers via our local TV stations, Local12, STAR 64 and the CW Cincinnati.”