The Women’s Premier Soccer League (WPSL) hit a significant milestone this year, being in its 25th season! From league expansion to fostering an unparalleled culture of growth and mentorship to future goals and ambitions, here’s what it means for the WPSL to be in its landmark 25th season.
The Largest League in the Nation
When the league began in 1998, it only had six teams. Now the league is made up of over 130 teams. They are the longest-active women’s soccer league in the nation and see tremendous expansion with the addition of 20 to 30 teams each season. The WPSL’s growth has made it the biggest league in the United States in terms of quantity.
Post-pandemic, the league has been accommodating and supportive, working tirelessly to bring teams back onto the field. “Once we got active and playing again, it seemed like everyone was excited to get back,” shared Nichole Singleton, WPSL Director of Communications and Creative Services. Teams that played pre-pandemic are continuing to return as the league continues to work to bring them back and grow alongside them.
Not only does the league’s size set it apart, but it is an entirely independent league focused solely on the women’s game–a point of emphasis for the league’s founder, Jerry Zanelli….
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