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Sep 12, 2022

Metro’s Latest SmarTrip Cards Celebrate The Washington Spirit Championship Win

Metro has minted 10,000 of the cards, and they are only available at a few stations, not online.

Apr 22, 2022

D.C. And Baltimore Team Up In Bid To Host 2026 FIFA World Cup

The M&T Bank Stadium would host the games, while D.C. would be home to a large fan festival.

Feb 08, 2022

After Months Of Friction, Michele Kang Becomes Controlling Owner Of Washington Spirit

The new ownership structure marks the end of a months-long, tumultuous battle for control of the professional soccer team.

Dec 14, 2021

Todd Boehly, Jennifer Tepper Mackesy Enter ‘Exclusive’ Talks to Buy Washington Spirit

It remains to be seen who will have the controlling stake in the women’s soccer team after a tumultuous season.

Nov 17, 2021

Here’s Where To Watch The Washington Spirit Championship Match This Weekend

A list of local spots where locals can watch the Spirit face off against the Chicago Red Stars in the NWSL championship on Nov. 20.

Oct 20, 2021

Former Washington Spirit Star Joanna Lohman Is Optimistic About The Future Of Women’s Soccer

The former midfielder just revised her book to reflect recent turmoil at the National Women’s Soccer League.

Oct 05, 2021

After Revelations Of Toxic Workplace Culture, Steve Baldwin Resigns As Washington Spirit CEO

On Monday, a group of 27 Spirit players sent a letter to Baldwin saying they had lost faith in his leadership and calling for his resignation.

Oct 01, 2021

Friday’s Washington Spirit Game Canceled Following Abuse Allegations

The National Women’s Soccer League is cancelling all of this weekend’s games in the wake of investigations into the league’s handling of abuse allegations against team leaders.

Sep 28, 2021

Washington Spirit Coach Richie Burke Fired Following Harassment Investigation

The league also said the Spirit ” failed to act in the best interests of the League” and will not allow the team’s representatives to participate in league governance matters.

Sep 03, 2021

Former D.C. United Coach Ben Olsen Named Washington Spirit Club President

The announcement comes amid some contentious internal battles within the soccer organization.

 
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