{"id":2287682,"date":"2026-02-18T17:04:33","date_gmt":"2026-02-18T17:04:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2287682"},"modified":"2026-02-18T17:04:33","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T17:04:33","slug":"miller-sports-entertainment-announces-legacy-partnership-with-sme-industries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/miller-sports-entertainment-announces-legacy-partnership-with-sme-industries\/","title":{"rendered":"Miller Sports + Entertainment Announces Legacy Partnership with SME Industries"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<p><strong>SANDY, UT (February 18, 2026) \u2013<\/strong> Miller Sports + Entertainment (MSE) announced today a new legacy partnership with SME Industries, Inc. (SME) across the platform, including Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals FC, Salt Lake Bees and Megaplex. Together, the organizations will focus on community-driven experiences and initiatives fueled by the power of sports and entertainment.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cWe are thrilled to partner with SME Industries across Miller Sports + Entertainment properties,\u201d said Ty Wardle, chief revenue officer for Miller Sports + Entertainment. \u201cSports at their best unite communities, and through this partnership, we will continue to serve and enrich lives in our great state, while providing best-in-class experiences and memories for our fans and guests.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<p>SME, one of the largest structural steel fabricators in the United States, has longstanding ties to the Larry H. Miller organization and has been a part of the Delta Center construction and reconstruction over the years. SME\u2019s impact is felt throughout Utah, where the company focuses on commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects, helping create community assets and gathering places.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cOur work has always been about building what lasts. Through our partnership with Miller Sports + Entertainment, we\u2019re extending that commitment beyond the jobsite and into the community,\u201d said Landon Moyes, CEO &amp; President of SME. \u201cTogether, we\u2019ll use the reach of sports and entertainment to create meaningful opportunities and unforgettable experiences across Utah.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<p>This multi-year partnership includes activation across Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals FC, Salt Lake Bees and Megaplex. SME will be the first-ever presenting lower-jersey-back partner for the Utah Royals FC, demonstrating its commitment to women&#8217;s sports. SME will also be the presenting sponsor for the annual Commanders Cup, a soccer tournament for military members, hosted by Real Salt Lake at Zions Bank Training Center and America First Field.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<p>Additionally, SME is the title night sponsor for the highly anticipated Real Salt Lake vs. Inter Miami CF match on April 22, 2026. America First Field is constructing a temporary seating structure to accommodate the increased ticket demand. Construction on the new SME Skyboxes structure has begun and is anticipated to be completed by the start of the Real Salt Lake season. The SME Skyboxes, located behind the North Goal, have 787 seats and will remain as premium seating options for the entire 2026 season, as well as other events at America First Field. At Utah Royals FC matches, the SME Skyboxes will be utilized for philanthropic and community tickets.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cWe are excited to welcome SME Industries as a legacy partner with our clubs and America First Field,\u201d said John Kimball, president of Real Salt Lake and Utah Royals FC business operations. \u201cSoccer has long been a power unifier in our community, spanning across generations, neighborhoods and backgrounds. This year, we\u2019ll celebrate the sport in more ways than ever before. This partnership with SME expands those efforts, giving our incredible players and sport even more opportunities to connect with and inspire our community.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<p>At The Ballpark at America First Square in Downtown Daybreak, home of the Salt Lake Bees, which was also fabricated and erected by SME, they will hold the batter\u2019s eye entitlement. Together, Miller Sports + Entertainment and SME Industries are focused on providing experiences and opportunities to underserved communities, including:\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<ul>\n<li>Serving as the presenting partner for the Bees Field of Dreams youth program\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<ul>\n<li>Supporting Jr. Bees activation throughout the season<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<ul>\n<li>Partnering with Megaplex to donate full-theater buyouts for various community and youth-focused events<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<p>Through this legacy partnership, MSE and SME Industries will deepen their shared commitment to community and increase access to memorable experiences for fans and families across Utah.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<p>Miller Sports + Entertainment<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rsl.com\/utahroyals\/news\/mailto:jenny.teemsma@millerse.com\">jenny.teemsma@millerse.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<p><strong>About Miller Sports + Entertainment<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<p>Miller Sports + Entertainment (MSE) manages Real Salt Lake (MLS), Utah Royals FC (NWSL), Megaplex, the Salt Lake Bees (MiLB), The Ballpark at America First Square, America First Field, Real Monarchs (MLS NEXT Pro) and Big League Utah and its quest to bring a Major League Baseball team to Salt Lake City. Learn more at <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/millerse.com\">millerse.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<p><strong>About SME Industries, Inc.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"oc-c-body-part oc-c-body-part--text  \">\n<p>SME Industries, Inc. owns and operates a family of companies that are leaders in structural and miscellaneous steel construction, known for innovative and high-quality steel solutions. Their diverse portfolio includes commercial, industrial and infrastructure projects. SME specializes in large-scale steel fabrication and erection, seismic and wind-controlled bracing, ornamental metal fabrication (stairs, railings, etc.), and transportation\/logistics. For more information on SME Industries, Inc., visit <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/smeindustries.com\">smeindustries.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<p><script async defer crossorigin=\"anonymous\" src=\"https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/sdk.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.rsl.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SANDY, UT (February 18, 2026) \u2013 Miller Sports + Entertainment (MSE) announced today a new legacy partnership with SME Industries, Inc. (SME) across the platform, including Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals FC, Salt Lake Bees and Megaplex. Together, the organizations will focus on community-driven experiences and initiatives fueled by the power of sports and entertainment. 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