The Chicago Red Stars’ playoff semifinal is just ten days away— and the excitement is already at a high pitch.

Chicago, we're hosting on Oct. 20 at 2:30 PM.



Info | https://t.co/rY9LsVA6jV pic.twitter.com/HzozmavL14 — Chicago Red Stars (@chiredstarsPR) September 30, 2019

While those of us on #MKOT Twitter are hyper-aware of the upcoming game, there are many within this sports-saturated city, and the mainstream media within it, who do not.

Come On, Man

Tuesday morning, the Chicago Fire officially announced what we’ve all known already: they’re moving to Soldier Field starting with the 2020 MLS season.

Soon after the announcement, a poorly worded tweet by Time Out Chicago to promote their article failed to acknowledge that the Red Stars a) exist and b) are still very much playing soccer in Bridgeview. In fact, as it stands, the Red Stars are now the primary tenants at SeatGeek Stadium.

Naturally, the women’s soccer community took Time Out to task.

Wowwwwwww.



Anyway, tickets are available for the @chiredstarsPR semifinal match on October 20th: https://t.co/U7TTV7aMtA https://t.co/SwmaxkKWJV — Meg Linehan (@itsmeglinehan) October 9, 2019

The owner of the Chicago Red Stars was standing outside of Soldier Field on Sunday, handing out postcards to promote the #NWSL semifinal.



People are out here giving 110% to grow the game, and y'all still can't even use google or remember that women's sports exist. — Meg Linehan (@itsmeglinehan) October 9, 2019

This tweet deserves further dragging. This is the media bullsh*t women’s sports are subjected to, especially so in major media markets. You’re supposed to celebrate Chicago events & happenings. Also, just unsubscribed from your newsletter, @TimeOutChicago. https://t.co/6pQ29ltVG8 — Alyse LaHue (@alahue) October 9, 2019

You’re dumb — Sarah Gorden (@sarahlgorden) October 8, 2019

Time Out later apologized for the initial tweet. Yet in the interim, something really cool happened. Something that was incredibly moving— and totally unsurprising if you’ve spent time around WoSo fans.

Rally Time

After the reaction to the Red Stars being overlooked in their region once again, several people— both in and out of the market— began pledging tickets to the Chicago Red Stars semifinal on October 20th.

Fuck it, let's do this. 10 tickets to the @chiredstarsPR #NWSL semifinal, on me, in the supporters section. Go hang with @ChicagoLocal134.



Reply that you wanna go with your venmo info, I send you the $7.70 for the ticket. (Yes, that's really how much they are. Including fees.) — Meg Linehan (@itsmeglinehan) October 9, 2019

I’ll do this, too. I’m in for five tickets. I would *love* to go this game and join @ChicagoLocal134, but I can’t, so you should go for me. #NWSL #NWSLPlayoffs https://t.co/vqkKVaTbgW — Jacqueline Purdy (@JacquelinePurdy) October 9, 2019

I wish I could take you up on this offer myself! However, I could buy a few tickets for people if need arises and there are folks who want to go in my place! — Mary ️‍ (@maisiemaemoo) October 9, 2019

For those of you interested in attending the semifinal you can link yourselves up with several kindhearted folks on via Twitter for a ticket to a game. Some are even offering parking passes or supporters group bus tickets.

I'm in. 2 General Admission tickets plus either (2 Reggie's bus tix (must be 21+ years)) or (1 SeatGeek parking pass). DMs open.



My family of 4 will be there straight from our U9 club soccer game. Join us and @ChicagoLocal134 for world class playoff soccer! #mkot #selloutTheGeek https://t.co/QYs9yADHXQ — Josh Frank (@iamjoshfrank) October 9, 2019

There’s also a rideshare group on Facebook for anyone who needs a ride to Bridgeview.

⚽️ Chicago Red Stars Rideshare!!⚽️ https://t.co/SSEVqFaGuz



Transit to Bridgeview keeping you from the @chiredstarsPR semi-final on 10/20? Well, besides the Reggie's bus, @ChicagoLocal134 has you covered with our NEW Facebook rideshare group!! #mkot #SellOutTheGeek pic.twitter.com/SlxZ1YzwTR — Josh Frank (@iamjoshfrank) October 10, 2019

Fans who want more information on playoff tickets can contact Chicago Red Stars ticketing offices or reach out to the Red Stars’ official supporter group, Chicago Local 134.

the best collab in sports is B A C K@TheRedLineSG x @ChicagoLocal134 x @reggieslive



reggies bus tickets for the 10/20 chicago red stars semifinal on sale now! $7 round trip



️: https://t.co/7jLEjUhAFT#SellOutTheGeek #mkot pic.twitter.com/5XtdHckBaG — Chicago Local 134 ✶✶✶✶ (@ChicagoLocal134) October 7, 2019

CL134 has a number of avenues to help promote the upcoming semifinal, and are a great resource for your semifinal fan experience. You can find them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

While NWSL begins to close the book on its seventh season this weekend, the league finds itself in a period of big changes. Whether that’s in the form of roster sizes, rules and regulations, or eventual expansion, the league finds itself constantly needing to look ahead. But it has a strong foundation to build on— a tight-knit, supportive, passionate fan community. What’s happened this week among Red Stars supporters and NWSL fans across the country exemplifies the unique character of the WoSo community— and the lengths people will go to in order to lift up each other and the sport.