San Diego Wave FC has signed manager Casey Stoney to an extension the club announced on Tuesday. The former England women’s team international defender will stay on as head coach in the NWSL despite rumors around interest in the WSL to lead Chelsea FC as Emma Hayes is set to join the U.S. women’s national team this spring. Stoney was initially brought into the franchise ahead of the Wave’s inaugural season in 2022.
Stoney’s new deal will keep her with San Diego through the 2027 season, with a mutual option for the 2028 season.
“In two years with the Wave, Casey has established herself as not just one of the top coaches in the league but also on the global stage” said San Diego Wave FC President Jill Ellis.
“When we brought Casey on board, we were confident that her exceptional leadership qualities, coupled with her extensive experience as both a player and coach at the highest levels, would make her the perfect fit for San Diego, and she has more than exceeded our high expectations. Her commitment and passion for winning, developing our young players, and her loyalty to this club and city speaks volume to who she is as a coach and as a person.”
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