MCN Build Becomes A Player Pathway Partner To Old Glory DC For The 2021 MLR Season
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — (Washington, DC – , 2021) – MCN Build, a privately held S corporation in Washington, DC, offering preconstruction, construction management, general contracting, and consulting services, becomes a Player Pathway Partner to Old Glory DC, Greater Washington’s professional rugby team, for the 2021 MLR season.
“Old Glory DC is a natural partner for MCN Build,” said Rudy Seikaly, CEO of MCN Build. “Their commitment to excellence on the field is reflective of their commitment to our community and aligns perfectly with our corporate and personal values. Whether it’s on the field via training camps or in the front office through paid internships, this partnership will create opportunities for underserved youth by offering multiple pathways to success in the sports management and entertainment industry.”
As a Player Pathway Partner, MCN Build will enjoy promotional opportunities throughout Old Glory’s pathway events and the 2021 MLR season, such as hospitality accommodations at game day events and visibility through the team’s broadcast, print, and social media outreach. Moreover, Old Glory DC will establish a high school internship program dedicated to MCN Build partner schools in Washington, DC to offer professional opportunities for students, provide insight into the sports and entertainment industry, and build a solid understanding of the sports management and business disciplines that constitute and contribute to the business of sports.
“I’ve had the pleasure of working with MCN as a construction company for more than a decade now, and I can tell you first-hand that they reflect all the characteristics that fit together with rugby,” said Old Glory Chairman Chris Dunlavey. “It shows in their hustle, their driving focus, and their commitment to excellence, but always emphasizing an approach rooted in values – particularly service to the community. We’re honored to include them in the Old Glory network of partners.”
Old Glory DC is slated to play two preseason matches at The St. James on February 26th and March 5th and eight home regular-season matches at Segra Field beginning the weekend of March 27th. The season will culminate with the MLR Championship match on August 1st.
About Old Glory DC
Old Glory is the first and only professional rugby team in the nation’s capital, Washington, DC. Established in 2018, Old Glory DC competes in Major League Rugby (MLR), a North American league that includes teams in New York, Boston, Atlanta, Toronto, Houston, New Orleans, Salt Lake City, San Diego, Austin, Seattle, and Los Angeles. The team was founded by life-long DC area residents, business leaders, and rugby players Chris Dunlavey and Paul Sheehy. In 2019, the Scottish Rugby Union joined the partnership, committing both financial investment and operational support to the organization. The 2021 Major League Rugby season kicks off on March 20th, 2021. For more, visit www.oldglorydc.com.
About MCN Build
MCN Build, Inc. is a privately held S corporation in Washington, DC, offering preconstruction, construction management, general contracting, and consulting services. The firm specializes in developments that enhance the community, including transformational projects that promote economic sustainability, including education, recreation, healthcare, affordable housing, and institutional spaces. With more than 6 million square feet constructed, MCN Build delivers outstanding quality, exceptional value, and an absolute commitment to an on-time and on-budget delivery for its clients – while staying true to its mission of serving the community. For more information on MCN Build, please visit www.mcnbuild.com.
Contacts
For Old Glory DC
Hope Allen
hopeallen@oldglorydc.com | 703-626-7023
For MCN Build
Catherine Pratt
catherine.pratt@mcnbuild.com | 202-704-1843
