10/16/2026
As we look at ways to grow AO Wichita, improve our watch parties, and make the chapter stronger, we’re exploring a few ideas and want to see if there’s interest from our members.
One idea is creating a group of volunteer watch party hosts. The board would handle setting up each event and coordinating with Johnny's, while a designated host would help greet supporters, check in with bar staff, welcome new faces, and get the crowd involved with chants and announcements before kickoff and at halftime. Having a few people willing to take the lead at individual watch parties could help spread the workload, especially for
weeknight matches, and make the experience better for everyone.
We want to keep hosting as many matches as we can, but we also recognize that it’s a lot to ask the same people to do it every time.
We’re also looking for members interested in taking a more active leadership role within AO Wichita through two board positions:
Marketing & Communications Board Member: Help promote watch parties and chapter activities, manage our social media presence, create content, and find ways to get AO Wichita in front of more soccer supporters.
Community Engagement Officer: Focus on the member experience, help make our events more engaging, build relationships with local businesses and community organizations, and explore partnerships that could benefit our chapter and its members.
Interested in one of the board positions? Send us a direct message, and we’ll be in touch with more information about the role and what’s involved.
You don’t have to be ready to commit to anything to join the conversation. We want to hear what you think and see where there’s interest before deciding on next steps.
Drop your thoughts in the comments or send us a message. Let’s figure out how we can make AO Wichita even better together.