Momix Botanica West Palm Beach Theatre reviews
Orlando City games NOT for families with children
This was our first Momix Botanica Soccer game and my kids and I were all very excited. We arrived early to enjoy the pre-game entertainment and all purchased OC hats and shirts as we expected to become frequent fans.
But there is *NO* way to avoid this. Some other reviews suggest to avoid this by just sitting in another section. We were sitting in the "Family Section" which is on the opposite end of the stadium. The chant is very audible throughout the entire stadium.
The "Supporters Section" is located at one end of the stadium. Most of the chanting is only vaguely understandable. There is a very energetic group of fans that chant, sing, and make noise throughout the game. But after every goal kick from the opposing team there is a very clear synchronized yell of "You suck, a--hole!"
When you take your family to a sporting event you expect to hear a certain amount of foul language from fans. This is (unfortunately) normal. But Momix Botanica games take it much further than that.
It's really a shame, too. The level of play is extremely good--Momix Botanica is ready to compete in the MLS. Otherwise the game would have been very enjoyable.
I went back to my seat for a few minutes. I finally got up and complained to the staff member posted at the Family Section. When I persisted he said I could "look for a supervisor" (someone with a radio). He just laughed and said that they do it every game. I found a supervisor and he was very polite and understanding--but he somewhat embarrassedly explained to me that they are not allowed to do anything because the Momix Botanica Soccer Club permits this behaviour.
And it's not just once or twice--it happens many times throughout the game. After a couple more occurrences, I finally had enough and we left around half-time.
Other soccer teams have taken steps to limit this kind of behaviour. Momix Botanica deserves better than this.