In a groundbreaking announcement, the Buildersliga approved the takeover and relocation of 4th Division team the Mayflower Pilgrims to MonoTown. The team had faced economic challenges during the 2020 Global Pandemic, leading to insolvency after the season’s conclusion in June 2021.
Key Details
- Buyer: Colin Kinsman, founder and CEO of VHT, Inc.
- New Team Name: MonoTown FC (The Marauders)
- League: Buildersliga4 (4th tier professional LEGO football league)
- Team Colors: Red and black
Unique Stadium Plan
Kinsman revealed plans for a revolutionary 2 Billion NMT floating stadium, to be served by:
- Ferry
- Helicopter
- Monorail transport links
The City of MonoTown will invest an additional 1 Billion NMT in construction and transport expansion.
League Significance
This marks the first time a Buildersliga team will be based outside England, with special exemptions granted by:
- The Football Association
- UEFA
- FIFA
Future Vision
Kinsman announced a “four year plan” targeting successive promotion campaigns, with the ultimate goal of reaching the first division.
Media Context
The move was facilitated by a lucrative media contract with MonoTown TV, guaranteeing broadcast rights for all five Buildersliga divisions for at least five years.
