PHOENIX, February 23, 2022 — Equality Health, a leading provider of value-based physician networks uniquely equipped to address the needs of diverse and historically underserved communities, will return for its fifth season as the official presenting sponsor of Phoenix Rising FC, the club announced today.
“Phoenix Rising FC has emerged as one of the preeminent sports franchises in the state, and we’re proud to extend our sponsorship with the club,” said Hugh Lytle, Founder and CEO of Equality Health. “We believe that healthy communities begin with healthy influences, and we’re excited to align and continue our partnership with the Rising.”
Equality Health is committed to improving access to high-quality care for all people, especially those who need it the most. The company expands access to care by empowering doctors to deliver exceptional patient experiences while improving clinical outcomes.
As the 2022 season commences, Equality Health and the Phoenix Rising will work together to amplify the message of healthy living. Equality Health’s network of culturally competent physicians and targeted health education efforts combined with the Rising’s engagement with its growing fan base positions this partnership to spread the word of good health throughout Arizona’s communities.
“Equality Health has been a loyal partner for the past five seasons,” said Phoenix Rising GM Bobby Dulle. “We’re excited to have them back as the presenting sponsor of our 2022 season, beginning with our match against Monterey Bay FC for Opening Night on Saturday, March 12. We also expect our presence in the community to expand this season as we work together to encourage Arizonans to embrace healthy living.”
About Equality Health
Equality Health, LLC is a Phoenix-based whole-health delivery system focused on transforming value-based care delivery with population specific programs that improve access, quality, and member trust. Through an integrated technology and services platform, culturally competent provider network and personalized care model, Equality Health helps managed care plans and health systems improve outcomes for diverse populations while simultaneously making the transition to risk-based accountability. For more information about Equality Health, visit www.equalityhealth.com or follow @EqualityHealth on Facebook, @EqualityHealth on Twitter, and @EqualityHealth on LinkedIn.
About Phoenix Rising FC
Phoenix Rising FC is the highest-level professional soccer franchise in Arizona history. Established in 2016, the club won the 2020 and 2018 Western Conference Titles as well as the USL Championship’s 2019 Regular Season Title. Rising holds the record for the longest win streak in American professional soccer history (20 matches). It is owned by legendary Chelsea and Ivory Coast striker, Didier Drogba, Advantage Sports Union CEO, Alex Zheng, celebrated MLB pitcher, Brandon McCarthy, club governor Berke Bakay and an impressive collection of local business leaders and international celebrities.
Phoenix Rising FC plays in the USL Championship, the largest Division 2 professional league in the world. For season tickets or more information call 623-594-9606 or visit PHXRisingFC.com. You can also follow the team on Facebook (PHXRisingFC), Twitter (@PHXRisingFC), Instagram (@PHXRisingFC) and YouTube (PhoenixRisingFootballClub) or by downloading the Official Team App in the App Store or Google Play.
Media Contact:
Grant Evans
Amendola Communications (for Equality Health)
215-582-8146
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