City renames Inlet Field in honour of Bob Favelle’s contributions to soccer in Port Moody and beyond

Inlet Field, located at Inlet Park (3024 Murray Street), is now called Bob Favelle Field in honour of Mr. Favelle’s lifelong contributions to soccer in Port Moody and beyond. Port Moody City Council officially renamed the field and presented Mr. Favelle with a certificate at a Regular Meeting of Council on December 10, 2024. 

“Bob's deep commitment to soccer, to players of all ages, and to the communities he serves has had a profound impact on the development of the sport locally, regionally, and provincially,” said Mayor Meghan Lahti. “Over 26 remarkable years, Bob has been a coach, mentor, builder, advocate, and leader, with a unique ability to unite and inspire. Port Moody City Council is pleased to recognize Bob’s legacy by changing the name of Inlet Field to Bob Favelle Field.” 

Mr. Favelle is a past executive director of Port Moody Soccer Club (PMSC) and a past director of BC Soccer, the provincial sport governing body responsible for the governance, promotion, and development of the game of soccer in British Columbia. He has taken on many roles over the years, steadfastly working to foster inclusion, growth, and excellence in Port Moody and the Tri-Cities, the North Fraser Youth Soccer Association District, and the broader B.C. soccer community. 

In his time with PMSC, Mr. Favelle spearheaded the development of an adult soccer program that now has more than a dozen teams for male and female players. This program has provided a structured pathway for youth players transitioning to adult levels, enriching the soccer landscape in Port Moody. 

In 2006, Mr. Favelle demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication by organizing a fundraiser – a celebrity soccer match between Hollywood United Soccer Club and Vancouver Whitecaps Alumni – to enhance soccer facilities in the community. This event raised crucial funds that were used to purchase the bleachers overlooking Trasolini Field, behind the Port Moody Recreation Complex. 

Mr. Favelle’s exemplary service and contributions to soccer have been widely recognized. He was honored with a BC Soccer Award of Merit in 2003 and a City of Port Moody Sports Award in 2014, and in 2016 he was named a Life Member of Port Moody Soccer Club.