Kalamazoo's New Soccer Team is a Nod to Celery City, But Have You Heard These 4 Lesser-Known Nicknames?

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Earlier this week, Kalamazoo's newest sports team officially unveiled its new name, paying tribute to a piece of the city's history that dates back more than 150 years. You've no doubt heard Kalamazoo referred to as "Celery City," but did you know the city has four other, lesser-known nicknames? More importantly, do you know the stories behind them? Celery City Is Getting the Spotlight, But What About These Other Names? Celery City FC is set to take the pitch in May 2027 at Soisson-Rapacz-Clason Field at Mayor's Riverfront Park, bringing a new level of sports excitement to Kalamazoo. The team promises, high-tempo, pre-professional soccer featuring top college players chasing pro careers across the United States and abroad.

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