Est. 2001
Our History
Following the devastating loss at MLS Cup 2001, goalkeeper Kevin “El Gato” Hartman issued a challenge to a fan — form a supporter group of at least 100 loyal Galaxy fans to stand, chant and cheer for the Galaxy at every home match.
In return, El Gato promised a keg of beer for the group as a reward. On opening day of 2002, the LA Riot Squad, 100+ strong made it’s debut, and drank the first of many, many kegs.
Pictured: The 2002 LA Riot Squad Home Opener Tailgate
About lars
Starting with our name, a reference to the infamous Los Angeles Riots of 1992, standing with LARS is a different supporter experience
We are here to hang with friends and have a few beers. We are here to support the Club. We are here to propel the LA Galaxy to victory
This is done best by being attentive and responsive to the game. For this reason, our chants and cheers are responsive to the events on the pitch
Our Traditions
man of the match
After every victory LARS awards the Man of the Match a growler of our select beer for leaving it all on the pitch
LARS Player of the year
Each year 138sc presents the LARS Player of the Year award to the player who most embodied the LARS spirit all season long, on and off the pitch