ARLINGTON, Va. – Monumental Sports & Entertainment and Venture Global announced today that the Arlington, Va.-based company will offer integrated opportunities as well as community-focused initiatives with the NHL’s Washington Capitals and the NBA’s Washington. announced a multi-year partnership. Wizards, WNBA’s Washington Mystics, Capital One Arena, Monumental Sports Network (MNMT). In addition, Venture Global will serve as the presenting partner in Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin’s historic quest to become the NHL’s all-time leading scorer. Ovechkin enters the season with 42 goals, moving him past Wayne Gretzky (894g) for first place on the NHL’s all-time goals list.
As part of the deal, Venture Global will be featured in associated in-arena fan engagement activations, integrated into MNMT’s broadcast coverage, and featured in a series of engaging social media content documenting Ovechkin’s march toward history. .
“We are excited to partner with Venture Global, a prominent company headquartered here in the Washington area,” said Jim Van Stone, president of business operations and chief commercial officer for MSE. “This is an incredibly exciting moment in our organization’s history.” This partnership will not only shine a spotlight on the Caps’ captain and the franchise’s iconic status during a historic season, but will also allow for a powerful, positive impact across all MSE facilities. This collaboration opens a world of possibilities for both organizations, and we look forward to working together to create innovative and memorable experiences for our fans and communities. ”
Capital One Arena receives nearly 3 million visitors annually, and Venture Global serves as the entitlement partner for the new 7th Avenue and G Street entrance and main concourse quadrant, adding prominent features throughout the arena. branding. Venture Global will also feature in-arena, concourse, and bowl signage at Capitals, Wizards, and Mystics games and arena events, as well as Capitals, Wizards, and Mystics commercial spots on Monumental Sports Network. We also plan to acquire
“Venture Global is excited to partner with Monumental Sports & Entertainment this year and support the Washington Capitals, Wizards, and Mystics. We are proud to be a trusted member of the communities in which we operate. As a priority company and a leading energy exporter in the United States, we look forward to expanding our footprint in the nation’s capital and supporting the race for the greatest NHL player to break the league’s all-time scoring record and ‘Go Green. As a presenting partner for several community activities, including “Nights”, Venture Global looks forward to sharing the story of American innovation with the world. MSE Properties and Monumental Sports Network,” said Mike Sabel, Venture Global CEO.
Additionally, the partnership highlights Venture Global and MSE’s commitment to the region through multiple community-focused initiatives. Venture Global will be the rights sponsor for the campaign, which will focus on three teams: Capitals “Assist for Advancement,” Wizards “Assist for Advancement” and Mystics “Points for Progress.” For every assist made by a player from the Capitals and Wizards, and every time a Mystics player scores, Venture Global will donate to the Monumental Sports & Entertainment Foundation. The MSE Foundation, the official philanthropic arm of the Capitals, Wizards and Mystics, will use the funds for future community programs in the Washington, D.C., area.
The brand’s community efforts will extend to the Capitals and Wizards’ respective Go Green Nights this season. Through related activities during theme nights, Venture Global will highlight the benefits of sustainable and affordable U.S. energy and how liquefied natural gas plays a key role in reducing global emissions and strengthening global energy security. We will raise awareness of how we are fulfilling our goals.
As Ovechkin’s presenting partner as he looks to become the NHL’s career top scorer, Venture Global will be featured on Ovechkin’s in-bowl goal tracker for every Capitals home game. Venture Global will also receive exclusive branding for signage inside the arena after Ovechkin’s home goal. Additionally, the company’s logo will be featured on additional in-arena and digital assets following Ovechkin’s goal.
About Monumental Sports & Entertainment
Monumental Sports & Entertainment is one of America’s premier sports and entertainment families. Our people, players, teams and events bring excitement and joy to millions of people. We invest and innovate to continually improve our game so we can deliver great experiences that inspire and unite our communities, fans, and employees.
About Venture Global
Venture Global provides long-term, low-cost access to U.S. LNG sourced from the resource-rich natural gas basins of North America. Venture Global’s first facility, Calcasieu Pass, began producing its first LNG in January 2022. The company is also building or developing an additional 60 MTPA of production capacity in Louisiana to provide clean, affordable energy to the world. The company is developing carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) projects at each of its LNG facilities.
