KANSAS CITY (May 24, 2022)— The Kansas City Current is so pleased to announce that Allison Howard has been hired to serve in a newly-created role as the team’s President. She will oversee all business operations reporting directly to ownership. “We are thrilled to welcome Allison […]
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NWSL News: Washington Spirit issued fine by League
CHICAGO (May 24, 2022) – The National Women’s Soccer League announced today it has issued a fine to Washington Spirit head coach Kris Ward for statements made criticizing league operations during a press conference on May 18, 2022, in violation of Section 12.1.4 (e) “Prejudicial Statements […]
NWSL News: San Diego Wave acquires Jodie Taylor from Orlando Pride
Pride to receive 2023 NWSL Draft natural second-round pick, natural third-round pick or allocation money, pending conditions met CHICAGO (December 1, 2021) – San Diego Wave FC has acquired English international Jodie Taylor through the 2022 season with an option to extend the contract for the […]
NWSL News: San Diego Wave FC acquires rights to Washington Spirit defender Tegan McGrady, 2022 international spot, natural first-round pick in exchange for expansion protection
CHICAGO (December 1, 2021) – The Washington Spirit and San Diego Wave FC have agreed to a transaction which includes full protection from San Diego in the 2022 NWSL Expansion Draft presented by Ally in exchange for the rights to Spirit defender Tegan McGrady, an international […]
North Carolina Courage welcomes new head coach Sean Nahas and assistant coaches
CARY, NC (December 1, 2021) – The North Carolina Courage announced today that Sean Nahas has officially been named head coach. Nahas has been with the Courage first team since 2017, working as an Assistant Coach before transitioning into an Interim Head Coach position in late […]
NWSL News: Kansas City, North Carolina announce trade
CHICAGO (November 30, 2021) – The Kansas City Current and the North Carolina Courage have agreed to a two-way transaction involving midfielders Sam Mewis and Kiki Pickett. The Current have acquired Mewis in exchange for Pickett and the team’s natural first-round pick in the 2022 NWSL […]
NWSL News: Portland Thorns FC hires Rhian Wilkinson as head coach
PORTLAND, OREGON – Portland Thorns FC have named Rhian Wilkinson as the club’s head coach entering the 2022 NWSL season, it was announced today. Wilkinson, the fourth head coach in Thorns FC history, is a former Canadian international and most recently served as an assistant coach […]
NWSL News: OL Reign, Black Future Co-Op Fund Win Inaugural Nationwide Community Impact Award
Community partner will receive $20,000 to support organization initiatives CHICAGO (November 20, 2021) – The National Women’s Soccer League in partnership with Nationwide announced today that OL Reign and the Black Future Co-op Fund have been named the 2021 recipients of the inaugural Nationwide Community Impact […]
NWSL News: San Diego Wave FC acquires rights to USWNT defender Abby DahlKemper
November 22, 2021 SAN DIEGO (November 22, 2021) – San Diego Wave Fútbol Club announced today that the club has acquired the rights to 28-year-old defender Abby Dahlkemper following the conclusion of the 2021 NWSL season from Houston Dash via a three-way trade that included North […]
Washington Spirit wins 2021 NWSL Championship!
November 20, 2021 Louisville, Kentucky – Fans at Lynn Family Stadium were treated to an entertaining NWSL Championship final on Saturday as Washington and Chicago went head-to-head with the Spirit coming out on top 2-1. With a title on the line, the opening 45 minutes remained a cagey […]
NWSL News: League Announces Update Regarding This Weekend’s Matches
CHICAGO (October 1, 2021) – The National Women’s Soccer League announced today that given the gravity of the events of the last week, matches scheduled for this weekend will not occur. NWSL Commissioner Lisa Baird said, “This week, and much of this season, has been incredibly […]
NWSL News: Commissioner Lisa Baird Issues Statement Regarding Paul Riley Allegations
September 30, 2021 I was shocked and disgusted to read the new allegations reported in the Athletic this morning. The league, in concert with the North Carolina Courage, has reacted swiftly in response to these new allegations, and former head coach Paul Riley has been […]
Orlando Pride names Becky Burleigh as interim head coach
ORLANDO, Fla. (July 25, 2021) — The Orlando Pride have hired former University of Florida head coach Becky Burleigh as the Club’s interim head coach, it was announced today. Burleigh, who will lead the Pride for the remainder of the 2021 season following the departure of […]
Orlando Pride Head Coach Marc Skinner Steps Down
ORLANDO, Fla. (July 23, 2021) — Marc Skinner has resigned as head coach of the Orlando Pride, effective immediately, to pursue a coaching opportunity outside of the National Women’s Soccer League. Additionally, assistant coach Carl Green will also depart the Club. Green will coach the Pride […]
NWSL News: Jamaica calls up Racing Louisville’s Cheyna Matthews to preliminary roster
May 26, 2021 Racing Louisville FC forward Cheyna Matthews has been named to the Jamaican Women’s National Team’s preliminary roster for next month’s Summer Series of games, which includes a matchup against a U.S. Women’s National Team preparing for the Olympics. The Reggae Girlz first […]
NWSL News: NWSL announces 19 players to be called up to USWNT Training Camp for WNT Summer Series
May 25, 2021 CHICAGO (May 25, 2021) – U.S. Women’s National Team head coach Vlatko Andonovski has named 23 players for a training camp and games during the 2021 WNT Summer Series, Presented by AT&T 5G. The USA’s three games of the Summer Series begin […]
NWSL News: OL Reign star Angelina Named to Brazil Women’s National Team Roster for June Friendly Matches
Pia Sundhage has named OL Reign midfielder Angelina to the roster for June FIFA international matches May 25, 2021 This marks the first time Angelina has been called up to Brazil’s senior national team. The 21-year-old midfielder has extensive experience with the U17 and U20 […]
NWSL News: Mark Parsons, Portland Thorns head coach to leave team at end of 2021 season
Veteran manager will manage Netherlands Women’s National Team PORTLAND, Ore. – Portland Thorns FC head coach Mark Parsons has accepted the position as the head coach of the Netherlands Women’s National Team. He will remain with the club until the conclusion of the 2021 NWSL season. […]
NWSL News: English legend Eniola Aluko hired as new Sporting Director by Angel City
Joins Following a Successful Tenure as Director of Women’s Football at Aston Villa FC Angel City Football Club (ACFC) is excited to announce the appointment of the club’s first-ever Sporting Director, Eniola Aluko. One of England’s most dazzling strikers, Eniola made 102 appearances for the […]
NWSL News: Stanford product Kiki Pickett, Kansas City first round pick signs contract
Fourth overall draft pick comes to terms on three-year contract KANSAS CITY (May 18, 2021) – Kansas City NWSL announced today the signing of defender Kiki Pickett through the 2023 season. Pickett was selected with the fourth overall pick in the 2021 NWSL College Draft. Following […]