The Ohio Vortex was a non-profit organization that donates a portion of their revenue to local charities.

[2] However, founder Nick Bogdan wanted a unique name and not one that has been recycled by other sports teams.

[1] On October 26, 2012, the team announced it was moving to Oberlin, Ohio and play their home games at the Gameday Sports Center.

[4] The team then relocated to the Pinnacle Sports Complex in Medina, Ohio, after the first two home games.

A portion of proceeds from every ticket sold to a Vortex game will be given to diverse local non-profit organizations that work for the greater good.