After weeks and weeks of deliberation, the NWSL announced today the creation of the High Impact Player Rule – a mechanism that is designed to provide cubs with expanded flexibility to attract and retain qualified players. The High Impact Player Rule will go into effect on July 1, 2026. Per the terms of the CBA, […]
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One of Mexico’s greatest and Pachuca’s captain, Mónica Ocampo, has announced her retirement. Mónica Ocampo, one of Mexico’s greatest Twenty years, two World Cups, Olympics and a championship later, Mexican legend Mónica Ocampo announced her retirement at the National Congress of Women’s Soccer. “I’m quitting soccer officially,” she said, among tears. Ocampo also thanked her […]
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According to a report by ESPN’s Jeff Kassouf USWNT forward Catarina Macario has “several NWSL teams” interested in signing her away from the European powerhouse in the WSL, Chelsea. Macario’s current contract runs through the rest of the WSL season and up to the summer transfer window on July 1, 2026, but she can sign […]
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Portuguese international forward, Nádia Gomes, has re-signed with Chicago Stars through 2026, the club announced today. “I’m excited to re-sign for this next year, and grateful for the opportunity to keep growing as a player in this club,” said Gomes. Gomes’ story is an interesting one, but also one of resilience and determination. After being […]
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Today, Denver Summit FC have announced the signing of two-time NWSL Best XI defender, Carson Pickett to a two-year contract through 2027. “Joining Denver Summit FC at this exciting moment is a tremendous opportunity,” said Pickett. “This club’s energy, ambition, and commitment to its community really resonate with me. I’m thrilled to bring my experience […]
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Kansas City Current have announced today the signing of Meila Brewer to a three-year contract. The decorated U.S. Youth National team defender will become one of the youngest players in the league. She won’t be a stranger to the organization as she has spent time training with the Current as well as with Kansas City […]
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Today, Boston Legacy FC announced the signing of forward Ella Stevens to a two-year deal through 2027 with a mutual option to renew. Stevens was one of the top wingers available in NWSL free agency. In the 2020 NWSL Draft, she was selected 24th overall by the Chicago Stars, her home through the 2023 season […]
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The popularity of women’s sports continues to skyrocket and shows absolutely no signs of slowing down. Today, the meteoric rise includes 25 teams that are valued at least nine figures. According to the latest Forbes Top 25 Most Valuable Sports Teams, eight NWSL clubs are listed: Angel City and Kansas City Current lead the way, […]
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Midge Purce recently won her second NWSL Championship with Gotham FC—but that’s far from all she’s accomplished this year. Somehow, Purce also found time to serve on the Harvard Board of Overseers, give the opening monologue at Chicago on Broadway, appear on a Sports Illustrated runway show and the ManningCast podcast, and is planning even […]
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Today, KC Current announced the signing of University of Virginia defender Laney Rouse to her first professional contract through the 2026 season. “I’m beyond excited to be joining the Kansas City Current,” said Rouse. “I feel very blessed to be able to play for an incredible club and amongst world-class teammates. I look forward to […]
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After defender Jenna Nighswonger joined the Gunners last January, she has rarely had the opportunity to see the pitch. It has become bit of a trend where USWNT players would make the jump to the Women’s Super League (WSL), and not have see many minutes and Nighswonger is no exception. The former NJ/NY Gotham FC […]
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NWSL Player’s Association has expressed opposition toward the newly approved “High Impact Player,” or HIP, salary cap mechanism according to reports by ESPN and The Athletic. The new HIP rule would allow up to $1 million dollars outside of the total salary cap on players that meet special criteria determined by the league. ESPN reported […]
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There has been plenty of NWSL news to discuss recently, with Sophia Wilson returning to the Portland Thorns and everybody eagerly awaiting an announcement on the NWSL’s proposed new “High Impact Player” rule. Three NWSL teams recently made signings: rookie defender Kolo Suliafu from the University of Washington signed with the Kansas City Current, goalkeeper […]
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The match schedule for the Coachella Valley Invitational has officially released now featuring nine NWSL teams for the preseason event. The Coachella Valley Invitational is a preseason tournament giving clubs the chance to prepare for the regular season with onsite training and full 90-minute matches taking place from February 7 to February 21, at the […]
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Originally expected for 2026, FIFA has confirmed the first edition of the Women’s Club World Cup will take place in January 2028. Due to stakeholders’ opinions about more time needed to get this tournament right, it was pushed to January 5-30, 2028. This means the 16-team tournament will take place in an Olympic year and […]
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Today, the Portland Thorns have announced that USWNT forward Sophia Wilson has exercised her player option and will return to the club next season. According to Sportico, the 2026 option is worth a reported $1 million – the highest annual salary in NWSL history. After being selected with the first overall selection in the 2020 […]
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The year is about to conclude… and the best of the best, according to FIFA, have been announced! The best goalkeeper The Lioness’ and Chelsea goalkeeper, Hannah Hampton, has been chosen as the best in her category for 2025. The 25-year-old Birmingham native became only the second English player to win this prestigious award, following […]
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Today, the Chicago Stars have announced that goalkeeper Katie Lund has signed a three-year contract through the 2028 season with the club. “I’m honored and excited to join the Chicago Stars,” said Lund. “This moment marks an important new chapter in my career, and I’m ready for the challenges and opportunities ahead. I’m motivated by […]
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Today, Boston Legacy FC announced that they have signed Casey Murphy to a four-year contract through the 2029 season with a mutual option for a fifth year. According to ESPN, the deal is worth a reported $1.5 million guaranteed ($375k annual). The goalkeeper has earned 20 caps with the USWNT which includes the Olympic Gold […]
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NJ/NY Gotham FC defender Lilly Reale has made huge waves in her rookie season as an outside back who can defend and attack in equal measure. She won 2025 Rookie of the Year, became an NWSL Champion in her very first season, and is breaking into the USWNT as a rising star. A talented young […]
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The venues for the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup, a tournament featuring the champion clubs from each of the six confederations worldwide, have been confirmed. FIFA announced that Arsenal Stadium will be the venue for the final on February 1. Additionally, the semifinals, to be held on January 28, will be played at Brentford Stadium. Concacaf […]
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The Chicago Stars announced the departure of assistant coach Ella Masar after three years with the club. “We are immeasurably grateful to Ella for her tireless dedication and loyalty to the Stars. Whenever called upon, Ella has always and immediately stepped up to go above and beyond, particularly with regard to our players,” said Chicago […]
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After winning her second NWSL title with NJ/NY Gotham FC this year, Midge Purce is back. The star forward signed a new contract with the Gotham in free agency through 2026, the club announced on Friday. “Let’s run it back,” said Purce. Purce was the MVP in Gotham’s 2023 championship win, where she contributed two […]
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According to Jeff Kassouf of ESPN, the NWSL board of governors have approved a new roster mechanism that would allow select star players to be paid above the current salary cap. Behind the scenes, it has been dubbed “High Impact Player.” This would allow teams to spend up to $1 million over the salary cap […]
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These past few days have been filled with news involving signings and trades. This is what happened this Thursday. Denver Summit FC signs Camryn Biegalski Defender Camryn Biegalski will add a lot of her experience to one of the new kids in town, Denver Summit FC. The Big Ten Defender of the Year and the […]
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