Fresno's La Banda: Building Community Through Soccer

La Banda del Valle is a soccer supporter group and recreational team that has created a tight-knit family through their shared passion for the game. What started as a small group of friends has evolved into a community of about 30-35 people who support local soccer, play together, and build meaningful connections beyond the field.• Members explain their multiple roles within the group, from leading chants to creating artwork and streaming games• The group supports Valley FC and runs their own indoor soccer teams, which have already won five championships• La Banda describes how their group feels like family despite no blood relation• Members discuss how they've become trendsetters in Fresno's soccer scene through social media, game streaming, and professional-style content• The annual "12 Pints" event in December has become a beloved tradition where members visit 12 bars and drink 12 different beers• La Banda maintains an open-door policy with no formal application process—anyone who wants to hang out is welcome• The group recently established their HQ at Fresno Indoor, giving them a space to prepare for games, create content, and strengthen bonds• Members express their hope that La Banda will become autonomous and outlive any single member, continuing to grow soccer culture in FresnoYou can find La Banda del Valle on Instagram @labandadelvalle , as well as individual member projects like Dominguero TV for game highlights and Soccer Style for jerseys and merchandise @soccer_style_2024@Dominguerotv, @rollin_raul_, @champagne_dari, & @rey_purepencha_menor559Follow us @ brokeboyz_ff on Instagram and TikTokIntro Music by Rockstar Turtle- Broke Boyz (999)Christmas Intro Song by Nico