Louisville Kings Join UFL with Lynn Family Stadium as Home Venue
Exciting Surge in UFL Expansions Brings Louisville Kings to Lynn Family Stadium
Louisville Kings to Debut in Spring 2026
The United Football League (UFL) is set to bring an exhilarating professional spring football experience to Louisville. Announced on the morning of October 7, the Louisville Kings will join the league in spring 2026 and will call the Lynn Family Stadium their home. This move is part of the UFL’s strategic expansion into new markets, with Louisville joining the ranks of the Columbus Aviators and Orlando Storm.
League Rebrands and Venue Moves
The UFL is actively strengthening its presence across several cities with key rebrands and venue changes. Notable shifts include the Arlington Renegades transforming into the Dallas Renegades at Toyota Stadium, Frisco, and the Houston Roughnecks being rebranded as the Houston Gamblers at Shell Energy Stadium. These changes align with the UFL’s focus on more intimate, fan-driven atmospheres that enhance the spectator experience.
Impact of Louisville’s Inclusion
The inclusion of Louisville is a significant milestone in the UFL’s ongoing realignment strategy. It fulfills widespread speculation that the city would become a pivotal UFL market. Mike Repole, a leading UFL co-owner and head of business operations through Impact Capital, emphasized the choice of cities with rich sports cultures and the potential for authentic game day experiences to cement the league’s foundation.
UFL Ownership and Vision
Repole, who joined the league’s ownership group in July 2025 alongside partners like FOX, RedBird Capital Partners, ESPN, Dany Garcia, and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, advocates for utilizing modern soccer venues. This approach ensures vibrant atmospheres and improves optics for spectators, with Repole highlighting the importance of full stadiums enhancing the overall visual and experiential appeal of games.
2026 UFL Team Line-Up
In 2026, the UFL will operate as a unified eight-team league, eliminating conferences. The season will feature 43 games, culminating in playoffs for the top four teams.
| Teams | Venues |
|---|---|
| Birmingham Stallions | Protective Stadium |
| Columbus Aviators | Historic Crew Stadium |
| Dallas Renegades | Toyota Stadium, Frisco, TX |
| DC Defenders | Audi Field |
| Houston Gamblers | Shell Energy Stadium |
| Louisville Kings | Lynn Family Stadium |
| Orlando Storm | Inter&Co Stadium |
| St. Louis Battlehawks | The Dome at America’s Center |
Season Tickets and Fan Engagement
As the UFL prepares for its upcoming season, Louisville’s addition allows fans to secure season ticket deposits at Emegypt. Current season-ticket holders in Dallas and Houston, where venue changes are scheduled, will receive specific instructions from the league soon. Lynn Family Stadium’s capacity perfectly aligns with the UFL’s strategy to favor smaller, livelier venues. Ultimately, this aligns with the UFL’s mission to reshape public perceptions of spring football and enhance audience engagement.
