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First National Bank named as official stadium naming rights partner of Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC

The Riverhounds took a major step forward in the expansion of its South Shore home by announcing its new Stadium partner on Wednesday.

The club announced this morning a new, multi-year stadium naming rights agreement with First National Bank, the largest subsidiary of F.N.B. Corporation, and the South Shore home of both the Pittsburgh Riverhounds and Pittsburgh Riveters will now be known as F.N.B. Stadium.

As part of the new partnership, the club also shared that FNB is now the official bank of the Pittsburgh Riverhounds and the official banking partner of F.N.B. Stadium.

The first line of business, the in-stadium signage, updates and improvements will reflect the partnership as the stadium enters a new stage with upcoming plans for renovation and expansion set to begin soon. Financial terms of the naming rights deal were not disclosed.

“This is an exciting step forward for our organization and a reflection of the momentum around our club and our venue. FNB is a highly respected Western Pennsylvania institution, and we’re proud to partner with an organization that shares our commitment to community and long-term growth,” Riverhounds President Jeff Garner said through the team’s press release.

“As we look ahead to the next chapter of F.N.B. Stadium, including planned renovations and expansion, this partnership positions us to continue elevating the experience for our fans and partners.”

The excitement about this partnership is mutual on both sides.

“This new partnership with the Riverhounds reinforces FNB’s longstanding commitment to the Pittsburgh region and the communities we have served for over 160 years,” saidVincent J. Delie, Jr., Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of F.N.B. Corporation and First National Bank. “We are very excited to continue to bring professional and youth soccer programs to our region.”

F.N.B. Stadium first opened in 2013 as Highmark Stadium.

According to the Riverhounds, Highmark Health and Allegheny Health Network remain committed long-term partners with the club.

The home of the Riverhounds was the first soccer-specific and team-owned stadium in USL Pro, now known as the USL Championship.
The stadium name change is effective immediately, and the first event as F.N.B. Stadium will be Saturday, April 25, at 7 p.m. when the Riverhounds host Greenville Triumph SC in their first Prinx Tires USL Cup match of 2026.

This is a developing story and we’ll have more on this in the coming days.
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John Krysinsky has covered soccer and other sports for many years for various publications and media outlets. He is also author of 'Miracle on the Mon' -- a book about the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC, which chronicles the club, particularly the early years of Highmark Stadium with the narrative leading up to and centered around a remarkable match that helped provide a spark for the franchise. John has covered sports for Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, DK Pittsburgh Sports, Pittsburgh Sports Report, has served as color commentator on Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC broadcasts, and worked with OPTA Stats and broadcast teams for US Open Cup and International Champions Cup matches held in the US. Krysinsky also served as the Head Men’s Soccer Coach at his alma mater, Point Park University, where he led the Pioneers to the first-ever winning seasons and playoff berths (1996-98); head coach of North Catholic boys (2007-08), associate head coach of Shady Side Academy boys (2009-2014).

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