Lexington, KY – Lexington Sporting Club is proud to welcome Republic Bank as a proud partner through a multi-year agreement that names the well-respected community bank as the Presenting Partner of the Lexington SC/Louisville City FC rivalry Commonwealth Cup. This partnership underscores Republic Bank’s long-standing commitment to ensuring the communities they serve thrive and amplifies one of Kentucky’s most exciting soccer rivalries.
“We’re incredibly excited to welcome Republic Bank as a proud partner,” said Lexington SC CEO Kim Shelton. “Their longstanding commitment to supporting local communities aligns perfectly with our mission at Lexington SC, and we’re proud to bring this rivalry to life together in a way that will truly resonate with fans across Kentucky.”
As Presenting Partner, Republic Bank will play a key role in building momentum around the rivalry through prominent brand integration across club platforms and initiatives. This includes recognition in marketing materials, media campaigns, and collaborative content that elevate the series both on and off the field.
In addition to the Commonwealth Cup, the partnership will also feature on-site branding opportunities at the Lexington SC Stadium, broadcast presence, and unique fan engagement activations that deepen the connections between the community and the club. Additional assets will highlight Republic Bank throughout the season in alignment with Lexington SC’s continued growth and community-first mission.
“Lexington Sporting Club’s 2025-2026 season — in a new stadium and a new league — is sure to be thrilling. In that spirit, Republic Bank is thrilled to be a proud partner,” said Todd Ziegler, Republic Bank Central Kentucky Market President. “From helping make the Commonwealth Cup a reality to the palpable excitement around the 2026 World Cup, Republic Bank understands the power of soccer and its ability to unite people. We look forward to cheering on LSC with our clients, associates, and the entire community.”
With Republic Bank’s support, Lexington Sporting Club looks forward to enhancing the energy and tradition surrounding the soccer community, creating unforgettable experiences for fans across the Commonwealth.
About Republic Bank
Republic Bancorp, Inc. (the “Company”) is the parent company of Republic Bank & Trust Company (the “Bank”). The Bank currently has 47 banking centers in communities within five metropolitan statistical areas (“MSAs”) across five states: 22 banking centers located within the Louisville MSA in Louisville, Prospect, Shelbyville, and Shepherdsville in Kentucky, and Floyds Knobs, Jeffersonville, and New Albany in Indiana; six banking centers within the Lexington MSA in Georgetown and Lexington in Kentucky; eight banking centers within the Cincinnati MSA in Cincinnati and West Chester in Ohio, and Bellevue, Covington, Crestview Hills, and Florence in Kentucky; seven banking centers within the Tampa MSA in Largo, New Port Richey, St. Petersburg, Seminole, and Tampa in Florida; and four banking centers within the Nashville MSA in Franklin, Murfreesboro, Nashville and Spring Hill, Tennessee. In addition, Republic Bank Finance has one loan production office in St. Louis, Missouri. The Bank offers online banking at www.republicbank.com. The Company is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, and as of March 31, 2025, had approximately $7.1 billion in total assets. The Company’s Class A Common Stock is listed under the symbol “RBCAA” on the NASDAQ Global Select Market.
About Lexington Sporting Club
Lexington Sporting Club is a U.S. Soccer professional soccer club competing in the USL Championship (U.S. Soccer Second Division men’s professional soccer), and in USL Super League (U.S. Soccer First Division women’s professional soccer). The two professional teams are the pinnacle of the soccer ecosystem in Lexington that features more than 1,000 players within its youth and academy systems. Lexington SC has recently opened a 7500-seat, state-of-the-art stadium, indoor facilities and training fields.