WASHINGTON SPIRIT NEWS

USWNT Rewind: Challenge Cup Semis Set, Regular Season Awaits After six match days of group play, the four-team field is set for the semifinal round of the 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup. OL Reign, as winners...

APRIL 25, 2022 • USSOCCER.COM

Trinity Rodman, Spirit continue surge with 3-1 victory over Gotham FC Washington improved to 11-0-6 since mid-August and remains in contention for the Challenge Cup semifinals.

APRIL 17, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Spirit finally gets a lead and builds on it quickly in 4-1 victory Trinity Rodman sets up two goals, scores one late in Spirit's NWSL Challenge Cup victory over the Orlando Pride.

APRIL 4, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Washington Spirit sale closes, Kang is controlling owner

The Washington Spirit announced that the sale of the National Women’s Soccer League team to Michele Kang has closed and she is officially the controlling owner

MARCH 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ashley Hatch scores off bench as Spirit rallies to draw home opener The Spirit earned a 1-1 draw with Gotham FC at Segra Field after facing an early deficit and a second-half red card.

MARCH 26, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Washington Spirit to join European powers for women's tournament in Portland, Ore. Chelsea is also slated to compete in the Women's International Champions Cup this summer in Oregon.

MARCH 1, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Trinity Rodman makes her USWNT debut in SheBelieves Cup opener Washington Spirit forward Trinity Rodman logged 30 minutes in a 0-0 draw with the Czech Republic.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

The Washington Spirit now has a woman in charge. For its players, that means a lot. After resisting calls to sell controlling interest to Y. Michele Kang, Steve Baldwin agreed to a $35 million deal.

FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

What's next for the Washington Spirit? Answering questions on Michele Kang, Ben Olsen, the SoccerPlex and more The sale may be final but much remains to be determined for the defending NWSL champs. We answered your questions

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Kang takes over as the Washington Spirit's controlling owner

Michele Kang is the new controlling owner of the Washington Spirit, ending a lengthy battle over the team

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Spirit's Trinity Rodman signs richest NWSL contract

The Washington Spirit have signed Trinity Rodman to a contract extension that will make her the highest-paid player in the National Women’s Soccer League over the life of the deal

FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Washington Spirit re-sign forward Trinity Rodman to largest contract in NWSL history The Washington Spirit signed Trinity Rodman to the biggest contract in NWSL history, worth four years, $1.1 million. The deal runs through t...

FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Washington Spirit owner Steve Baldwin issues email to team investors: 'I can no longer remain silent' The email is the latest development in the ongoing saga surrounding co-owner Michele Kang's attempt to take control of the NWSL club

JANUARY 27, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

NWSL board approves changes to Spirit ownership structure

The Board of Governors for the National Women’s Soccer League has unanimously approved changes to the structure of the Washington Soccer Properties ownership group, which manages t...

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

NWSL board approves Michele Kang's acquisition of additional Washington Spirit shares; Spirit ownership to vote on controlling interest The NWSL Board of Governors announced on Saturday that it has unanimously approved changes to the structure and makeup of the Washington Soc...

JANUARY 22, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Perspective ' The NWSL's toxic dispute is between a man who failed and the woman who should replace him Washington Spirit minority owner Y. Michele Kang wants to take control of the team. The league should help her.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Report: Y. Michele Kang Gains Majority Ownership of Washington Spirit Washington Spirit players had previously supported Y. Michele Kang to take over, saying she "continuously puts players’ needs and interests...

JANUARY 12, 2022 • SI.COM

Washington Spirit investors up pressure on Steve Baldwin to sell to Y. Michele Kang The group of Spirit investors are making their push in response to a lower bidder being in exclusive negotiations with owner Steve Baldwin t...

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

World Cup Qualifying: 2022 wish list for the USMNT and USWNT

Doug McIntyre identifies what USMNT and USWNT fans want for their favorite squads in 2022, including World Cup dreams.

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Washington Spirit upgrades Kris Ward to permanent head coach Interim boss Kris Ward guided the troubled organization to the National Women’s Soccer League championship.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Washington Spirit co-owner Michele Kang makes $35 million offer to buy controlling interest in team, sources say A group led by Todd Boehly and Jennifer Tepper Mackesy has entered into exclusive negotiations to buy the Spirit

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

MAKING THE CASE: Trinity Rodman for 2021 Chipotle Young Female Player of the Year NWSL Rookie of the Year Helped Lead Washington Spirit to Championship Presented by Chipotle

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • USSOCCER.COM

U.S. Women's National Team Concludes 2021 Schedule With 1-1 Draw Against Australia In Front Of Electric Crowd in Newcastle Forward Ashley Hatch Scores in 4th Minute to Tally Goals in Both Matches in Australia; Defender Imani Dorsey Earns First Cap, Becoming Fifth...

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • USSOCCER.COM

How the Washington Spirit overcame obstacles on the field and off to become NWSL Champions In a season where so much overshadowed the Spirit's efforts on the pitch, they still managed to win their first ever NWSL Championship

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

USWNT REWIND: Washington Spirit Win 2021 NWSL Championship For the first time in club history, the Washington Spirit are NWSL Champions! The Spirit claimed the 2021 league title with a 2-1 come-from-behind victory in extra-time over the Ch...

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • USSOCCER.COM