The Empire Strykers are an American professional indoor soccer team based in Ontario, California. They are esteemed members of the Major Arena Soccer League (MASL), the top professional indoor soccer league in North America. The Strykers showcase their skills at the Toyota Arena which has a capacity of 10,000.
The Strykers were founded in 2013 as the Ontario Fury. They made their debut in the Professional Arena Soccer League (PASL) at the start of the 2013–14 season. Initially, the team played its home games at the Citizens Business Bank Arena in Ontario, California. As of May 2014, the league is known as the Major Arena Soccer League. The team re-branded to its current name in 2022 and now makes the Toyota Arena their home.
The Strykers have cemented their reputation in the MASL with two championship victories, in 2016 and 2017. They have also consistently showcased their competitive spirit by making the playoffs in every season of their existence, including a run to the championship game in 2018.
The Strykers' home arena is the Toyota Arena, which is located in Ontario, California. Apart from being a top venue for indoor soccer, the Toyota Arena also hosts games for the Ontario Reign of the American Hockey League (AHL).
In the Western Division of the MASL, the Strykers' main rivals are the San Diego Sockers. There have also been riveting rivalries between the Strykers and the Dallas Sidekicks, the Arizona Rattlers, and the Monterrey Flash, adding a layer of intrigue to the league's narrative.
Over the years, several notable players have graced the Strykers' roster, including Omar Jaramillo, Keven Alemán, and Pedro Galán. Their contributions have significantly shaped the team's history and have helped in establishing a strong fan base in the Inland Empire.
The Strykers are renowned for their energetic home games and the electric atmosphere they generate. If you are a fan of indoor soccer, then you should definitely witness this exhilarating spectacle. Don't miss out! Secure your tickets to a Strykers game today and immerse yourself in the thrilling world of MASL soccer.