By SDCN Editor
San Diego, CA–The San Diego Legion is returning to the University of San Diego’s Torero Stadium this year, the team announced.
The team will start the 2025 season with a new coach, John Manenti, the signing of Alejandro Pradillo; and the release of its new documentary, “Quest for the Shield.”
Manenti, a respected figure in the rugby world, brings years of experience from both 7s and 15s formats. The League says his leadership is expected to elevate the team to new heights as they pursue the MLR Championship.
Torero Stadium will serve most of the San Diego Legion’s regular season matches for 2025. However, playoff games may still be hosted at Snapdragon Stadium. The move back to Torero Stadium is driven by the Legion’s commitment to enhancing the fan experience with Saturday night games– all set within Torero Stadium’s intimate, fan-focused environment.
“We’re excited to return to Torero Stadium, where we have a strong history of success and a loyal fan base,” said David Haigh, CEO of the San Diego Legion. “We’re committed to creating the best experience for our fans in 2025, and we believe that Torero Stadium will offer the best venue for our fans and players in 2025.”
San Diego Legion set a new Major League Rugby attendance record of 12,085 fans, surpassing their previous record of 11,423 fans in 2023.
The Legion previously played its home games at Torero Stadium from its inaugural 2018 season through 2019. The team thrived in the intimate atmosphere, fostering a strong connection with the Legion’s dedicated fanbase. The decision to return to Torero Stadium comes in response to feedback from Legion fans who expressed a preference for attending Saturday events.
Snapdragon Stadium remains a pivotal partner to San Diego Legion and a premier sports destination for San Diego, with the addition of San Diego FC in Major League Soccer further boosting Snapdragon’s standing as a world-class facility.
“The San Diego Legion has been an incredible partner since opening Snapdragon Stadium in 2022,” said Adam Millar, General Manager of Snapdragon Stadium. “While we’re sorry to see them go, we completely understand the decision to transition to a more suitably sized venue, and we fully support the team’s evolving needs. Our top priority is to maintain an excellent environment for all our partners, and we will continue to collaborate closely with the Legion to ensure a seamless and successful transition.”
