Cleveland Astra: Name revealed for women's pro soccer team

• The team will play its first games in spring 2028 in a planned downtown soccer stadium.

What they're saying: "Athletes from Greater Cleveland are playing in NWSL, Super League and top-flight leagues across the globe," Gina Prodan Kelly, chief marketing officer for Cleveland Soccer Group, said in a statement.

• "Our team was created to inspire, embolden and support women to achieve their greatest potential – on or off the pitch."

The big picture: The Astra is the sister team to the recently announced Forest City Cleveland men's team, which will begin play in the MLS NEXT Pro league in 2027.

• Fans can purchase merchandise and put down a deposit for season tickets on the Cleveland Astra website.