You all know I am not one who often will just cut and paste press releases from RSL, but with today's celebrations being scheduled around the valley I thought I would post the details so you have them if you have been missed somehow on the official chain.
3:00 p.m. Declaration at the Utah State Capitol, South Steps
· Featuring speakers Utah Governor Gary Herbert; RSL Owner Dave Checketts, Head Coach Jason Kreis, and Captain Kyle Beckerman
3:30 p.m. Motorcade from Capitol down State Street to Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy
5:00 p.m. Gates open to Stadium for fans
· Free parking available in Rio Tinto Stadium North and West lots
5:30 p.m. Real Salt Lake’s MLS Cup 2009 Championship Celebration
· Speeches from RSL ownership, coaches, and players and local civic dignitaries
· Highlight video chronicling Real Salt Lake’s 2009 championship campaign
· Free hot chocolate and popcorn for all fans
· Fans can take photos with Phillip F. Anschutz Trophy on the Rio Tinto Stadium field following formal presentation
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