In this episode of the Move To Sioux Falls Podcast: We sit down with Emily Thomas, owner of the Sioux Falls City Football Club. Join us as we explore Emily's journey from pharmaceutical sales, stay at home mom of 3, mentor, and ultimately her passionate commitment to creating opportunities for women in sports. Discover how Emily is changing the norm of women’s sports + bringing the first women’s professional team to South Dakota.

Key Points Discussed:

1. Getting to Know Emily Thomas:
   • Hit-fire questions revealing her love for Marvel movies, dream of playing in one football game, and her appreciation for cornfields.
   • Emily’s local favorites: R Wine Bar and Anthropology
2. Emily's Background and Journey:
   • Growing up in Sioux Falls, playing softball at Auggie, and living in different places with her husband + three kids
   • Career in pharmaceutical sales and the valuable lessons learned
   • Finding new passions with involvement in Moms Demand Action and becoming a mentor
3. Sioux Falls City Football Club:
   • What started as a passion to create opportunities for women to make a living playing soccer
   • Signing letter of intent to join WPSL Pro and become South Dakota’s first professional women’s team
   • Creating a team culture that does things differently

Additional Insights

• Emily’s approach to owning a semi-pro team and treating them as family
• The supportive community of Sioux Falls that provides incredible connections and a great atmosphere to have a professional soccer team
• A dream of having an indoor/outdoor stadium, pickleball sports bar, and dome training facility in Sioux Falls (which might be in the works??)

Call to Action:

• Subscribe to the Move To Sioux Falls Podcast for more inspiring local stories
• Follow us on social media for updates on Sioux Falls City Football Club
• Share this episode with anyone interested in professional sports or considering a move to Sioux Falls

Contact Information:

• Website: www.MoveToSiouxFalls.com
• Email: [email protected]
• Social Media: @movetosiouxfalls

Closing Remarks: Thank you for joining us for this inspiring conversation with Emily Thomas. Her remarkable journey from local athlete to pioneering sports owner showcases the incredible opportunities available in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Emily's vision for professional women's soccer and her dedication to creating meaningful opportunities for female athletes demonstrates the innovative spirit that makes our community special. Stay tuned for more episodes as we continue to explore the vibrant community and unique lifestyle that makes Sioux Falls an extraordinary place to live, work, and play.