WOONSOCKET, R.I. – CVS Health has unveiled a newly redeveloped mini soccer pitch at Pantera Park in Diamond Bar, Calif., through a partnership with National Women's Soccer League star Alex Morgan, the Alex Morgan Foundation, Musco Lighting and the U.S. Soccer Foundation. Located in Morgan's hometown, the field is the third site created through her Pitch Forward initiative, which expands access to safe, welcoming outdoor spaces where young people can play sports, build confidence and pursue their potential.
The project also represents the latest milestone in CVS Health's multi-year commitment to revitalize community fields and create accessible gathering spaces for families and neighborhoods. It follows the company's previously announced redevelopment of the Garfield Park Bridge Spot multi-use field in Washington, D.C., which is scheduled to open this fall.
"Health is shaped by more than the care we receive - it's also shaped by the communities where we live, play and connect. This new mini-pitch creates opportunities for young people and families to be active, build relationships and strengthen their overall well-being," said Joanne Armstrong, M.D., MPH, Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, Women's Health, CVS Health. "We're proud to work alongside Alex Morgan and the Alex Morgan Foundation to help make those opportunities more accessible in Diamond Bar."
"The city of Diamond Bar has helped shape who I am today, which is why I'm so thrilled to give back to the community and support its next generation of athletes," said Alex Morgan. "Access to welcoming, safe spaces like this new mini-pitch plays a huge role in helping kids get active, build confidence and develop life skills. I can't wait to see the positive impact it will have."
The new Mini-Pitch System repurposes one of Pantera Park's three basketball courts, creating a multi-sport space for soccer and pickleball, in addition to basketball. The space is uniquely positioned for drop-in play – without needing to be part of a league or to reserve the space in advance – which further increases opportunity for movement and connection in the Diamond Bar community.
"This new mini-pitch is especially meaningful given it's in Diamond Bar, CA, a community that has remained close to Alex ever since she was given the keys to the city after winning the 2015 World Cup," said Laura Wolf Stein, Executive Director, Alex Morgan Foundation. "We're proud to expand access to sports at a park that Diamond Bar residents already know and love. Thank you to CVS Health for supporting this work and ensuring more kids will have access to play."
"Pantera Park has always been a popular recreational amenity for our community, and it's now even better. This mini-pitch gives residents a new way to stay active, try a new sport, or spend time outdoors with family and friends. Thank you to CVS Health, the Alex Morgan Foundation and Musco Sports Lighting for making this possible," said Diamond Bar Mayor Steve Tye. "In January 2016, the City Council honored Alex Morgan for her accomplishments as a world champion and for the inspiration she has been to so many young people, especially girls, here in her hometown. Ten years later, her foundation is helping turn that inspiration into something real – a place where that next generation can play, have fun, and possibly find a sport that becomes a lifelong passion."
The mini-pitch's opening will be commemorated on Tuesday, August 4th, through a ribbon cutting ceremony featuring Alex Morgan, local Diamond Bar officials, and leadership from CVS Health, Musco Lighting, Alex Morgan Foundation and the U.S. Soccer Foundation, followed by a kick-around with Alex and local AYSO girl soccer players.
CVS Health is dedicated to supporting California markets on and off the pitch. In 2024, the company helped generate $98.2B in annual economic impact across the state, provided over $8M in community support and supported and sustained over 212,000 jobs.
To learn more about CVS Health's ongoing commitment to strengthen its communities through soccer, visit https://www.cvs.com/content/soccer.
