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As Rhode Island prepares for soccer’s world stage in 2026, the Ocean State is emerging as a top-tier contender for visiting teams.
In Episode 3 of the Rhode Island Summer of Soccer podcast, host Joe Kayata sits down with Bill Smith, Vice President of Athletics & Recreation at Bryant University, and Cory Kramer, General Manager of Graduate by Hilton Providence, to explore why both institutions were selected for the official FIFA Base Camp brochure — and what that recognition means for Rhode Island.
From Bryant’s history of hosting professional and Division I athletes, to Graduate’s recovery-focused amenities and proximity to our food scene and culture, we’ll chat about what Rhode Island has to offer on and off the pitch.
By RISummerofSoccerAs Rhode Island prepares for soccer’s world stage in 2026, the Ocean State is emerging as a top-tier contender for visiting teams.
In Episode 3 of the Rhode Island Summer of Soccer podcast, host Joe Kayata sits down with Bill Smith, Vice President of Athletics & Recreation at Bryant University, and Cory Kramer, General Manager of Graduate by Hilton Providence, to explore why both institutions were selected for the official FIFA Base Camp brochure — and what that recognition means for Rhode Island.
From Bryant’s history of hosting professional and Division I athletes, to Graduate’s recovery-focused amenities and proximity to our food scene and culture, we’ll chat about what Rhode Island has to offer on and off the pitch.