The USL W League is a leader in pre-professional soccer in North America, developing the next generation of women's talent both on and off the field. The USL W League strives to use women’s soccer as a force for societal good by creating a national platform to increase opportunity, gender equity, and career development. The League and its member clubs are committed to investing in women’s soccer – through not only financial resources but also with time, energy, and attention – and are united in our mission to grow the women’s game.
The USL W League will serve as the nation’s premier pre-professional league developing the next generation of women’s talent both on and off the field, enhancing the women’s soccer pipeline between college and professional soccer. With 44 teams across 20 states in its inaugural season, the USL W League will bring elite women’s soccer to communities across the U.S., creating more opportunities to play, watch and work in the women’s game.
Wake FC began its inaugural season in USL League Two in 2022. This year, Wake FC will compete against other clubs in the South Atlantic Division, with the goal of continuing to the W League playoffs. Wake FC's USL W League team is the final piece of the Wake FC development pathway, offering top players from around the area the chance to continue their amateur soccer careers at the U-23 level.
The W League is dedicated to inspiring women and creating change both on and off the field. By placing an emphasis on career development, the USL W League will provide its athletes with tools and resources to help prepare them for the transition to their post-playing careers.
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