LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — "Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee. The hands can't hit what the eyes can't see."
The phrase made famous by Muhammad Ali has inspired the first mascots for Louisville City FC and Racing Louisville FC.
Float and Sting were unveiled Saturday at the Muhammad Ali Center in Louisville as the professional soccer clubs look to "connect with the next generation of soccer fans," officials said.
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According to a news release, the LouCity and Racing Kids Club is now known as the "Float and Sting Kids Club."
"This initiative was created to deepen our connection with the community, especially as we launch our Kids Club for young LouCity and Racing fans," said club president James O’Connor in a news release. "We knew bringing mascots to life was a significant step, so we were intentional about getting it right. They needed to be kid-friendly, reflect a positive and winning spirit, and have an authentic story our city could rally around."
The mascots can be booked for community events and special occasions.
The first chance to see Float and Sting will be at LouCity's home opener on Saturday, March 14, and Racing's home opener on Friday, March 20.
For more information about Sting, click here. For more information about Float, click here.
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