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Central Florida’s growing soccer scene: Where young players can start their journey to the pros
Read full article: Central Florida’s growing soccer scene: Where young players can start their journey to the prosWith the Orlando Pride’s historic win this weekend, it begs the question — are Orlando and Central Florida becoming more of a soccer region?
‘It’s bigger than soccer:’ What to know about Orlando Pride supporters group Black Swans
Read full article: ‘It’s bigger than soccer:’ What to know about Orlando Pride supporters group Black SwansIf you go to an Orlando Pride game, you'll see what's affectionately known as The Wall. It's the supporters' section that lines the W. Central Boulevard side of the Inter & Co Stadium.
WATCH LIVE: Final preparations underway for Orlando Pride’s NWSL championship parade
Read full article: WATCH LIVE: Final preparations underway for Orlando Pride’s NWSL championship paradeAfter winning the NWSL championship, the city of Orlando announced it will hold a parade to celebrate the Pride on Monday afternoon, according to a news release.
Barbra Banda’s goal leads Orlando over Washington 1-0 for NWSL championship. Marta earns title
Read full article: Barbra Banda’s goal leads Orlando over Washington 1-0 for NWSL championship. Marta earns titleBarbra Banda scored in the 37th minute and the Orlando Pride beat the Washington Spirit 1-0 to win their first National Women’s Soccer League championship.
Marta's magic helped get the Pride to Saturday's NWSL title game against the Washington Spirit
Read full article: Marta's magic helped get the Pride to Saturday's NWSL title game against the Washington SpiritA goal by Marta helped propel the Orlando Pride into Saturday’s National Women’s Soccer League championship game against the Washington Spirit.
The Orlando Pride soccer club is going to the championship in Kansas City. How you can watch the big match
Read full article: The Orlando Pride soccer club is going to the championship in Kansas City. How you can watch the big matchThe ladies of the Orlando Pride are playing for the National Women’s Soccer League championship this weekend, and there are watch parties happening around Central Florida.
Banda, Marta score and the Pride advance to the NWSL championship with 3-2 win over Current
Read full article: Banda, Marta score and the Pride advance to the NWSL championship with 3-2 win over CurrentBarbra Banda scored the go-ahead goal and the Orlando Pride went on to defeat the Kansas City Current 3-2 to advance to the National Women’s Soccer League championship game.
Orlando Pride advance to NWSL semifinals with a victory over Chicago Red Stars
Read full article: Orlando Pride advance to NWSL semifinals with a victory over Chicago Red StarsBarbra Banda scored two goals and the Orlando Pride opened the National Women’s Soccer League playoffs with a victory over the Chicago Red Stars.
Orlando Pride tops Seattle Reign FC 3-2 in final regular season game
Read full article: Orlando Pride tops Seattle Reign FC 3-2 in final regular season gameThe Orlando Pride defeated the Seattle Reign FC 3-2 at home on Saturday evening, completing an undefeated home season, going 10-0-3 on their home pitch.
Orlando Pride shut out Washington Spirit 2-0, win NWSL Shield
Read full article: Orlando Pride shut out Washington Spirit 2-0, win NWSL ShieldThe Orlando Pride beat the Washington Spirit at home on Sunday afternoon 2-0 guaranteeing home-field advantage through the semi-finals of the 2024 NWSL playoffs.
Alex Morgan retires from professional soccer and is expecting her second child
Read full article: Alex Morgan retires from professional soccer and is expecting her second childTwo-time Women’s World Cup champion Alex Morgan has announced she is pregnant with her second child and is retiring from professional soccer.
NWSL reaches new collective bargaining agreement that adds more money for players, ends draft
Read full article: NWSL reaches new collective bargaining agreement that adds more money for players, ends draftThe National Women’s Soccer League and its players have reached a deal on a new collective bargaining agreement that eliminates the draft, guarantees all contracts, provides for parental leave and childcare benefits and promises more money to players.
Orlando Pride earns point in inaugural NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup match
Read full article: Orlando Pride earns point in inaugural NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup matchThe Orlando Pride earned a point against the North Carolina Courage on Saturday evening in the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup.
Banda and Marta are fueling Orlando Pride’s turnaround season
Read full article: Banda and Marta are fueling Orlando Pride’s turnaround seasonWith the addition of Zambian forward Barbra Banda and the steadying presence of Brazilian superstar Marta, the Orlando Pride are undefeated and hovering atop the league.
Orlando Pride draw 1-1 with San Diego Wave, ending 8-game win streak
Read full article: Orlando Pride draw 1-1 with San Diego Wave, ending 8-game win streakThe Orlando Pride and the San Diego Wave played to a 1-1 final Friday night at at Snapdragon Stadium, ending the Pride’s eight-game win streak but continuing the team’s unbeaten run to start to the 2024 NWSL season.
Barbra Banda joins her Orlando Pride teammates for her first practice with the team
Read full article: Barbra Banda joins her Orlando Pride teammates for her first practice with the teamForward Barbra Banda has officially joined the Orlando Pride after helping the Zambian women’s national team secure a spot at this summer’s Olympics.
Orlando Pride end their season with a 1-0 win over Houston Dash
Read full article: Orlando Pride end their season with a 1-0 win over Houston DashThe Pride beat the Houston Dash 1-0 on Sunday evening at Exploria Stadium in their final regular season game, but the win wasn’t enough to get Orlando into the playoffs.
Inquiry finds widespread misconduct in women’s pro soccer
Read full article: Inquiry finds widespread misconduct in women’s pro soccerAn investigation commissioned by the National Women’s Soccer League and its players union found “widespread misconduct” directed at players dating back to the beginnings nearly a decade ago of the top U.S. women’s professional league.
‘A wonderful day:’ 2,000 Thanksgiving meals distributed at Exploria Stadium
Read full article: ‘A wonderful day:’ 2,000 Thanksgiving meals distributed at Exploria StadiumEugine Blackshear was one of the many who got up early on Monday morning to make the long line at Exploria Stadium all to get a Thanksgiving meal for his family.
Contracts of Orlando Pride coach Amanda Cromwell, assistant coach Sam Greene terminated
Read full article: Contracts of Orlando Pride coach Amanda Cromwell, assistant coach Sam Greene terminatedThe National Women’s Soccer League announced on Monday that they have terminated the contract of Orlando Pride head coach Amanda Cromwell and assistant coach Sam Greene.
NWSL abuse was systemic, damning report says
Read full article: NWSL abuse was systemic, damning report saysAn independent investigation into the scandals that erupted in the National Women’s Soccer League found emotional abuse and sexual misconduct were systemic in the sport, impacting multiple teams, coaches and players.
Orlando Pride places head coach on temporary leave due to ongoing investigation
Read full article: Orlando Pride places head coach on temporary leave due to ongoing investigationThe Orlando Pride soccer team’s head coach and an assistant coach have been placed on temporary administrative leave as a result of an ongoing investigation, according to the club.
Penalty kick in waning seconds helps Pride salvage tie against Kansas City
Read full article: Penalty kick in waning seconds helps Pride salvage tie against Kansas CityToni Pressley scored on a penalty kick in the fifth minute of stoppage time to help the Pride salvage a 2-2 tie at home against Kansas City in what was a wild finish.
News 6′s Jamie Seh among finalists up for SPORTYS awards
Read full article: News 6′s Jamie Seh among finalists up for SPORTYS awardsThe Greater Orlando Sports Commission released a list of 60 finalists for the 2022 SPORTYS: Greater Orlando’s Night of Champions presented by Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute and among the finalists is News 6′s sports director Jamie Seh.
Orlando Pride salvage 1-1 tie on road at North Carolina
Read full article: Orlando Pride salvage 1-1 tie on road at North CarolinaThe good news for the Orlando Pride was that they didn’t lose on Saturday. The bad news is that the Pride’s winless streak was stretched to six games following a 1-1 tie at the North Carolina Courage.