HARTFORD, Conn. (Feb. 27, 2019) -- Hartford Athletic announced today that Trinity Health Of New England will join as the Club’s Title Partner and the first of its Founding Partners. The multi-year agreement will see Trinity Health Of New England serve as the Official Healthcare Provider of Hartford Athletic and will feature Trinity Health Of New England on both Hartford Athletic’s home and away jerseys.

Hartford Athletic and Trinity Health Of New England also unveiled the Club’s jerseys for the 2019 Inaugural Season in a press conference that took place at Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center.

“We are thrilled to announce Trinity Health Of New England as our Title Partner and Official Healthcare Provider,” said Hartford Athletic Chairman and CEO Bruce Mandell. “Over the past 120 years Saint Francis Hospital, a member of Trinity Health Of New England, has been an anchor institution in our community, and with this organization on board as our lead partner, we are excited to come together to make our community the best place to live, work, and play.”

“Trinity Health Of New England is proud to partner with Hartford Athletic to bring soccer, the world’s most popular sport, to our local communities,” said Dr. John Rodis, president of Saint Francis Hospital. “This partnership is an exciting opportunity to be part of a momentous time in our capital city, one we believe will unite the individuals of the communities we serve in a healthy way. We are honored our team of talented physicians, especially those who are part of the Connecticut Sports Medicine Institute at Saint Francis, will be able to provide optimal care to this elite group of athletes and their passionate fans.”

Hartford Athletic players will receive top medical care from Trinity Health Of New England physicians, as well as orthopedic and sports medicine experts. In addition, Hartford Athletic and Trinity Health Of New England are collaborating on a wide range of special community initiatives, along with outreach and educational events, to connect directly with community members and ultimately better the city, state, and region.

Hartford Athletic’s Inaugural Season begins March 9th with the Club’s home opener taking place on May 4th. All fans are invited to attend a special watch party for Hartford Athletic’s inaugural match on March 9th at Thomas Hooker Brewery at Colt (140 Huyshope Ave, Hartford, CT 06106) at 7pm.