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Canadian international Amanda Allen has signed a two-year contract, with a club option to renew, with Boston Legacy FC. The 20-year-old was previously with the Orlando Pride, most recently playing on loan with the NSL's Halifax Tides.
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December 26, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Canadian international Amanda Allen has signed a two-year contract, with a club option to renew, with Boston Legacy FC. The 20-year-old was previously with the Orlando Pride, most recently playing on loan with the NSL's Halifax Tides.
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Who is eligible for the NWSL’s new “High Impact Player” rule money? A lot of Europeans, it turns out. @abigailsegel.bsky.social dug into the newly announced criteria to determine who exactly qualifies for the contentious new roster designation—and who doesn’t: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/23/w...
Who exactly is eligible for HIP money?
The National Women’s Soccer League’s official announcement of its new “High Impact Player” rule included the criteria that will be used to determine which players will qualify for the new roster mecha...
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December 23, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Who is eligible for the NWSL’s new “High Impact Player” rule money? A lot of Europeans, it turns out. @abigailsegel.bsky.social dug into the newly announced criteria to determine who exactly qualifies for the contentious new roster designation—and who doesn’t: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/23/w...
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ESPN's list of top players of 2025, published today, completes the criteria that will determine who counts as an NWSL “High Impact Player” come June 1. Michelle Agyemang, Vicky López, & Aggie Beever-Jones are in the top 40, making them HIP-eligible. Our story has been updated with their additions.
Who is eligible for the NWSL’s new “High Impact Player” rule money? A lot of Europeans, it turns out. @abigailsegel.bsky.social dug into the newly announced criteria to determine who exactly qualifies for the contentious new roster designation—and who doesn’t: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/23/w...
Who exactly is eligible for HIP money?
The National Women’s Soccer League’s official announcement of its new “High Impact Player” rule included the criteria that will be used to determine which players will qualify for the new roster mecha...
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December 24, 2025 at 1:14 PM
ESPN's list of top players of 2025, published today, completes the criteria that will determine who counts as an NWSL “High Impact Player” come June 1. Michelle Agyemang, Vicky López, & Aggie Beever-Jones are in the top 40, making them HIP-eligible. Our story has been updated with their additions.
ESPN's list of top players of 2025, published today, completes the criteria that will determine who counts as an NWSL “High Impact Player” come June 1. Michelle Agyemang, Vicky López, & Aggie Beever-Jones are in the top 40, making them HIP-eligible. Our story has been updated with their additions.
Who is eligible for the NWSL’s new “High Impact Player” rule money? A lot of Europeans, it turns out. @abigailsegel.bsky.social dug into the newly announced criteria to determine who exactly qualifies for the contentious new roster designation—and who doesn’t: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/23/w...
Who exactly is eligible for HIP money?
The National Women’s Soccer League’s official announcement of its new “High Impact Player” rule included the criteria that will be used to determine which players will qualify for the new roster mecha...
equalizersoccer.com
December 24, 2025 at 1:14 PM
ESPN's list of top players of 2025, published today, completes the criteria that will determine who counts as an NWSL “High Impact Player” come June 1. Michelle Agyemang, Vicky López, & Aggie Beever-Jones are in the top 40, making them HIP-eligible. Our story has been updated with their additions.
Who is eligible for the NWSL’s new “High Impact Player” rule money? A lot of Europeans, it turns out. @abigailsegel.bsky.social dug into the newly announced criteria to determine who exactly qualifies for the contentious new roster designation—and who doesn’t: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/23/w...
Who exactly is eligible for HIP money?
The National Women’s Soccer League’s official announcement of its new “High Impact Player” rule included the criteria that will be used to determine which players will qualify for the new roster mecha...
equalizersoccer.com
December 23, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Who is eligible for the NWSL’s new “High Impact Player” rule money? A lot of Europeans, it turns out. @abigailsegel.bsky.social dug into the newly announced criteria to determine who exactly qualifies for the contentious new roster designation—and who doesn’t: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/23/w...
The NWSL Players Association has released this statement after the league announced the High Impact Player Rule.
"The [NWSL PA] opposes the [NWSL's] decision to move forward without bargaining over the High Impact Player Rule."
"The [NWSL PA] opposes the [NWSL's] decision to move forward without bargaining over the High Impact Player Rule."
December 23, 2025 at 6:27 PM
The NWSL Players Association has released this statement after the league announced the High Impact Player Rule.
"The [NWSL PA] opposes the [NWSL's] decision to move forward without bargaining over the High Impact Player Rule."
"The [NWSL PA] opposes the [NWSL's] decision to move forward without bargaining over the High Impact Player Rule."
📰 The #NWSL announced the High Impact Player Rule today, aimed at attract and retain high-impact players based on a certain criteria.
The league announced an investment of $115 million in additional player compensation through the current CBA.
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The league announced an investment of $115 million in additional player compensation through the current CBA.
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NWSL announced ‘High Impact Player’ Rule
According to the league, the NWSL will
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December 23, 2025 at 5:14 PM
📰 The #NWSL announced the High Impact Player Rule today, aimed at attract and retain high-impact players based on a certain criteria.
The league announced an investment of $115 million in additional player compensation through the current CBA.
equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/23/n...
The league announced an investment of $115 million in additional player compensation through the current CBA.
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The NWSL introduces the High Impact Player rule.
Read more for the full list of criteria: bit.ly/4auEpL9
Read more for the full list of criteria: bit.ly/4auEpL9
December 23, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The NWSL introduces the High Impact Player rule.
Read more for the full list of criteria: bit.ly/4auEpL9
Read more for the full list of criteria: bit.ly/4auEpL9
Emma Hayes isn't afraid to call up new talent to the #USWNT 🇺🇸
Eight players from the #NWSL could make their mark on the senior national team sooner rather than later, writes @secondball.bsky.social.
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Eight players from the #NWSL could make their mark on the senior national team sooner rather than later, writes @secondball.bsky.social.
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Who could be Emma Hayes next USWNT call-up in 2026?
Eight players from the NWSL could make their mark on the senior national team sooner rather than later.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Emma Hayes isn't afraid to call up new talent to the #USWNT 🇺🇸
Eight players from the #NWSL could make their mark on the senior national team sooner rather than later, writes @secondball.bsky.social.
Subscribe to EQZ Extra to read! 🔐
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Eight players from the #NWSL could make their mark on the senior national team sooner rather than later, writes @secondball.bsky.social.
Subscribe to EQZ Extra to read! 🔐
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Plenty of #NWSL Roster moves happening!
⭐️ Nádia Gomes re-signs with the Chicago Stars
🇺🇸 The KC Current tab #USYNT standout Meila Brewer
Stay up-to-date with all the roster moves with our Tracker on equalizersoccer.com!
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⭐️ Nádia Gomes re-signs with the Chicago Stars
🇺🇸 The KC Current tab #USYNT standout Meila Brewer
Stay up-to-date with all the roster moves with our Tracker on equalizersoccer.com!
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December 22, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Plenty of #NWSL Roster moves happening!
⭐️ Nádia Gomes re-signs with the Chicago Stars
🇺🇸 The KC Current tab #USYNT standout Meila Brewer
Stay up-to-date with all the roster moves with our Tracker on equalizersoccer.com!
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⭐️ Nádia Gomes re-signs with the Chicago Stars
🇺🇸 The KC Current tab #USYNT standout Meila Brewer
Stay up-to-date with all the roster moves with our Tracker on equalizersoccer.com!
➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...
Ella Stevens has joined Boston Legacy! ⚽️
The forward has joined the expansion club, signing a deal through the 2027 #NWSL season. Stay up-to-date with all the latest signings with our Tracker!
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The forward has joined the expansion club, signing a deal through the 2027 #NWSL season. Stay up-to-date with all the latest signings with our Tracker!
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December 22, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Ella Stevens has joined Boston Legacy! ⚽️
The forward has joined the expansion club, signing a deal through the 2027 #NWSL season. Stay up-to-date with all the latest signings with our Tracker!
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The forward has joined the expansion club, signing a deal through the 2027 #NWSL season. Stay up-to-date with all the latest signings with our Tracker!
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The NWSLPA is opposing the NWSL's proposed star player rule. The players' union raised concerns about how quickly the High-Impact Player (HIP) rule was developed and its lack of clarity. They are suggesting raising the salary cap instead.
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NWSL Players Association rejects star player rule proposal
The NWSL Players Association has communicated its disagreement with the league’s proposed High Impact Player (HIP) mechanism for the 2026 season. The rule, which the league’s board of governors voted ...
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December 19, 2025 at 2:57 AM
The NWSLPA is opposing the NWSL's proposed star player rule. The players' union raised concerns about how quickly the High-Impact Player (HIP) rule was developed and its lack of clarity. They are suggesting raising the salary cap instead.
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Sophia Wilson has picked up the option to play in 2026 for the Portland Thorns! 🌹
Terms of the deal were not listed, but reports have Wilson's salary at $1 million.
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Terms of the deal were not listed, but reports have Wilson's salary at $1 million.
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Sophia Wilson picks up option, will play for Thorns in 2026
Reports put Wilson's salary at $1 million
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December 17, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Sophia Wilson has picked up the option to play in 2026 for the Portland Thorns! 🌹
Terms of the deal were not listed, but reports have Wilson's salary at $1 million.
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Terms of the deal were not listed, but reports have Wilson's salary at $1 million.
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After three years in Chicago, Ally Schlegel is ready for her new chapter.
Schlegel spoke to @lesleyryder.bsky.social about choosing North Carolina and everything that lies ahead.
For subscribers only! ✍️ Check it out at the link:
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Schlegel spoke to @lesleyryder.bsky.social about choosing North Carolina and everything that lies ahead.
For subscribers only! ✍️ Check it out at the link:
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Ally Schlegel is ready for her next chapter in North Carolina
Schlegel:
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December 16, 2025 at 6:21 PM
After three years in Chicago, Ally Schlegel is ready for her new chapter.
Schlegel spoke to @lesleyryder.bsky.social about choosing North Carolina and everything that lies ahead.
For subscribers only! ✍️ Check it out at the link:
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Schlegel spoke to @lesleyryder.bsky.social about choosing North Carolina and everything that lies ahead.
For subscribers only! ✍️ Check it out at the link:
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Jenna Nighswonger may no longer be in the plans at Arsenal. But before she finds her next spot, she needs to solidify her position, writes @secondball.bsky.social.
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Jenna Nighswonger: Left-back or attacking midfielder?
Jenna Nighswonger may no longer be in the plans at Arsenal. But before she finds her next spot, she needs to solidify her position.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Jenna Nighswonger may no longer be in the plans at Arsenal. But before she finds her next spot, she needs to solidify her position, writes @secondball.bsky.social.
Subscribe to EQZ Extra to read Blair's latest analysis! 🔐
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Subscribe to EQZ Extra to read Blair's latest analysis! 🔐
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🧤 Casey Murphy has signed with Boston Legacy through the 2029 #NWSL season!
The veteran goalkeeper joins the expansion team after spending the last five years in North Carolina.
Stay informed with all the latest moves with our Tracker!
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The veteran goalkeeper joins the expansion team after spending the last five years in North Carolina.
Stay informed with all the latest moves with our Tracker!
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December 15, 2025 at 3:04 PM
🧤 Casey Murphy has signed with Boston Legacy through the 2029 #NWSL season!
The veteran goalkeeper joins the expansion team after spending the last five years in North Carolina.
Stay informed with all the latest moves with our Tracker!
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The veteran goalkeeper joins the expansion team after spending the last five years in North Carolina.
Stay informed with all the latest moves with our Tracker!
➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...
#NWSL transfer updates so far today!
🏔️ Camryn Biegalski ➡️ Denver
🦢 Hannah Stambaugh ➡️ Boston
🩵 Marisa Jordan ➡️ Kansas City in a trade that sent a 2026 international roster spot to North Carolina
Catch them all in our tracker:
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🏔️ Camryn Biegalski ➡️ Denver
🦢 Hannah Stambaugh ➡️ Boston
🩵 Marisa Jordan ➡️ Kansas City in a trade that sent a 2026 international roster spot to North Carolina
Catch them all in our tracker:
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December 11, 2025 at 6:52 PM
#NWSL transfer updates so far today!
🏔️ Camryn Biegalski ➡️ Denver
🦢 Hannah Stambaugh ➡️ Boston
🩵 Marisa Jordan ➡️ Kansas City in a trade that sent a 2026 international roster spot to North Carolina
Catch them all in our tracker:
equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...
🏔️ Camryn Biegalski ➡️ Denver
🦢 Hannah Stambaugh ➡️ Boston
🩵 Marisa Jordan ➡️ Kansas City in a trade that sent a 2026 international roster spot to North Carolina
Catch them all in our tracker:
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Per a report from @jeffkassouf.bsky.social, the NWSL Board of Governors is attempting to finalize and vote on a roster mechanism that will allow Trinity Rodman and other stars to play for clubs at salaries that will exceed the current salary cap:
Report: NWSL owners mulling tweaks to keep Rodman, other stars
An ESPN report from Jeff Kassouf late Wednesday night indicates that the NWSL Board of Governors is attempting to finalize and vote on a roster mechanism that will allow Trinity Rodman and other stars...
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December 11, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Per a report from @jeffkassouf.bsky.social, the NWSL Board of Governors is attempting to finalize and vote on a roster mechanism that will allow Trinity Rodman and other stars to play for clubs at salaries that will exceed the current salary cap:
Don't miss out on all the latest moves around the #NWSL!
🧤 Alyssa Naeher re-signed with the Chicago Stars
🇳🇬 The NC Courage sign Nigerian forward Chioma Okafor
⚜️ Avery Kalitta re-signed with Racing Louisville
🫡 Katie Lind retires from professional soccer
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🧤 Alyssa Naeher re-signed with the Chicago Stars
🇳🇬 The NC Courage sign Nigerian forward Chioma Okafor
⚜️ Avery Kalitta re-signed with Racing Louisville
🫡 Katie Lind retires from professional soccer
➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...
December 10, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Don't miss out on all the latest moves around the #NWSL!
🧤 Alyssa Naeher re-signed with the Chicago Stars
🇳🇬 The NC Courage sign Nigerian forward Chioma Okafor
⚜️ Avery Kalitta re-signed with Racing Louisville
🫡 Katie Lind retires from professional soccer
➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...
🧤 Alyssa Naeher re-signed with the Chicago Stars
🇳🇬 The NC Courage sign Nigerian forward Chioma Okafor
⚜️ Avery Kalitta re-signed with Racing Louisville
🫡 Katie Lind retires from professional soccer
➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...
🧤 She's back!!
Alyssa Naeher has signed a one-year deal with the Chicago Stars. Her contract is through the 2026 #NWSL season.
Naeher is just two shutouts away from tying the league record, held by Nicole Barnhart.
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✍️: @rachaelkpalmer.bsky.social
Alyssa Naeher has signed a one-year deal with the Chicago Stars. Her contract is through the 2026 #NWSL season.
Naeher is just two shutouts away from tying the league record, held by Nicole Barnhart.
➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/10/a...
✍️: @rachaelkpalmer.bsky.social
December 10, 2025 at 4:11 PM
🧤 She's back!!
Alyssa Naeher has signed a one-year deal with the Chicago Stars. Her contract is through the 2026 #NWSL season.
Naeher is just two shutouts away from tying the league record, held by Nicole Barnhart.
➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/10/a...
✍️: @rachaelkpalmer.bsky.social
Alyssa Naeher has signed a one-year deal with the Chicago Stars. Her contract is through the 2026 #NWSL season.
Naeher is just two shutouts away from tying the league record, held by Nicole Barnhart.
➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/10/a...
✍️: @rachaelkpalmer.bsky.social
Katie Lind has announced her retirement from professional soccer. The 10-year #NWSL veteran began her career with the Chicago Stars and signed with the Houston Dash in 2020.
Congratulations to Katie Lind on a great career!
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Congratulations to Katie Lind on a great career!
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December 10, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Katie Lind has announced her retirement from professional soccer. The 10-year #NWSL veteran began her career with the Chicago Stars and signed with the Houston Dash in 2020.
Congratulations to Katie Lind on a great career!
➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...
Congratulations to Katie Lind on a great career!
➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...
The USWNT is heading to Santa Barbara!
The national team will play Chile on Jan. 27 at Harder Stadium to round out the first month of the new year:
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The national team will play Chile on Jan. 27 at Harder Stadium to round out the first month of the new year:
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US to host Chile in Santa Barbara on Jan. 27
The match is the second of two friendlies the USWNT will play in California in January to kick off 2026
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December 9, 2025 at 6:06 PM
The USWNT is heading to Santa Barbara!
The national team will play Chile on Jan. 27 at Harder Stadium to round out the first month of the new year:
equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/09/u...
The national team will play Chile on Jan. 27 at Harder Stadium to round out the first month of the new year:
equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/09/u...
🧤 Hillary Beall signs with the Houston Dash
⚜️ Lauren Milliet is here to stay with Racing Louisville
And much more! Catch up on the latest wave of signings and re-signings throughout the #NWSL with our Tracker! 👀
➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...
⚜️ Lauren Milliet is here to stay with Racing Louisville
And much more! Catch up on the latest wave of signings and re-signings throughout the #NWSL with our Tracker! 👀
➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...
December 8, 2025 at 8:59 PM
🧤 Hillary Beall signs with the Houston Dash
⚜️ Lauren Milliet is here to stay with Racing Louisville
And much more! Catch up on the latest wave of signings and re-signings throughout the #NWSL with our Tracker! 👀
➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...
⚜️ Lauren Milliet is here to stay with Racing Louisville
And much more! Catch up on the latest wave of signings and re-signings throughout the #NWSL with our Tracker! 👀
➡️: equalizersoccer.com/2025/11/24/n...
🇧🇷 Another Brazilian has landed in the #NWSL!
Laís Araújo has joined the Boston Legacy through the 2026 season, with an option for 2027.
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Laís Araújo has joined the Boston Legacy through the 2026 season, with an option for 2027.
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NWSL Transfer Tracker: NWSL Offseason (2025-26)
With the 2025 National Women’s Soccer League season coming to a close — congratulations to Gotham FC on the club’s second-ever league championship — teams across the league are making moves. This offs...
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December 8, 2025 at 4:36 PM
🇧🇷 Another Brazilian has landed in the #NWSL!
Laís Araújo has joined the Boston Legacy through the 2026 season, with an option for 2027.
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Laís Araújo has joined the Boston Legacy through the 2026 season, with an option for 2027.
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Emma Coates takes the reins at Bay FC!
@thedanlauletta.bsky.social writes about the team's new head coach:
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@thedanlauletta.bsky.social writes about the team's new head coach:
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Bay FC tap Emma Coates to be next head coach
And fellow Englishwoman Gemma Davies will join Coates' staff
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December 4, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Emma Coates takes the reins at Bay FC!
@thedanlauletta.bsky.social writes about the team's new head coach:
equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/04/b...
@thedanlauletta.bsky.social writes about the team's new head coach:
equalizersoccer.com/2025/12/04/b...