Since Tatjana Haenni and NWSL parted ways in May, the league has not to my knowledge hired a Sporting Director or created an equivalent role to guide the league's sporting structure and direction. This rule's glaring issues speak to that. It's a bad idea being executed poorly.

here’s a spreadsheet with everyone’s contact information! I highly recommend emailing the three people listed in the NWSL category and the person or people listed for your specific team. 😚

This, my friends, is backdoor union-busting by the NWSL. HIP basically strips agency and gains because players will feel pressure to perform through injury/health/personal matters so they don’t lose a spot on an arbitrary list. #nwsl

Supporters and players move this game forward—together. ✊⚽️

We have blocked the NWSL account and call on you all to do the same. Bye NWSL til you negotiate with NWSLPA 👋

We, and our fellow independent supporters groups, stand with the players.

So, if you’re an NWSL GM, you are not allowed to decide yourself — using all of the tools of a pro team’s front office — that a Player has a High-enough Impact to warrant a certain salary. But you *are* allowed to vote on a list that would determine that that Player has a High-enough Impact. Sure.

NWSL Players Association Statement on League’s Unilateral Implementation of the High Impact Player Rule:

#BermanOut (and the rest of y'all causing these problems, but that's too long for a hashtag)

We stand with the @nwslplayers.bsky.social.

NWSLPA Executive Director Meghann Burke breaks down the NWSL salary cap and how it applies to Trinity Rodman's deal 💰

The Spirit Squadron’s statement on the ongoing negotiations regarding Trinity Rodman’s contract and the salary cap.

Just raise the cap Jessica

Pay equity is not optional, @wnba.com. It’s way overdue. It’s time to pay the players what you owe them. Solidarity with the WNBPA players as they fight for a contract that gives them an equitable share of the profits THEY create.

There is no room for bigotry on our turf.

🧵We’re sad to share that Peyton, the heart and soul of our ShePlays #NWSL coverage, recently lost her incredible service dog and companion Peggy💔 🐾Peggy gave Peyton her independence and a GoFundMe has been set up to help her find her next service dog 💗If you can, donate or share gofund.me/a29f00b38

In the DMV, the Spirit have the juice.

We sent a letter to the National Women’s Soccer League expressing serious concern about their decision to reject the Washington Spirit’s contract agreement with Trinity Rodman.

this means so much 💛

Haley Carter shouting out the Spirit Squadron for their long-running support of the club, her work with the Afghan WNT, and of course Kan Jam. "They're very dedicated and very committed to advocating for the club." (? from @risswillett.bsky.social)

⏪ to 2018 when Haley Carter won a Kan Jam tournament as a member of the Spirit Squadron! 🤩🤗 Now she’s our President of Soccer Operations!

Thrilled to announce the addition of Haley Carter as our new President of Soccer Operations! 🤗 Welcome to D.C., Haley! 💪 #RiseUp

The resume keeps getting louder. ✍️ Congratulations to Trinity Rodman on being named to the 2026 @forbes.com 30 Under 30 list. 💅🏆

This #GivingTuesday, you can help create more first steps. Learn more at give.dcscores.org/campaign/744....

Esme did not dress for England’s game today against Ghana due to illness. We hope you feel better soon, Es!

Sofia Cantore 🆚 Kate Wiesner A Spirit duel in Florida 👊

CROIX IS SUBBING ON

can someone in Fort Lauderdale chant we want Croix

Kate Wiesner’s first start for country 🙌🇺🇸

CANTORE SUBBED ON!

WEEZY STARTING, CROIX AVAILABLE OFF THE BENCH

That first cap feeling 🤗

a perfect picture

Epic Weezy / Sofia embrace after the USWNT game tonight, with Croix there filming it all… #GoSpirit #WashingtonSpirit #USWNT

WEEZY!!!!!!

Kate Wiesner makes her senior USWNT debut!

My friends Betsy and Randy are in a tight spot. Randy has glioblastoma; Betsy isn't able to work while caregiving. If you are a person of means, w/ capacity to donate to their cause, it would really help them. Our system is failing them; can our community help? www.gofundme.com/f/randy-his-...

Thank you, friends! In spirit of the NWSL supporter community we've sent a matching donation to SMYAL.

Thanks to everyone who came out to our events this weekend! It was our pleasure to host. We want to give a shout out to our bar partner Jack’s. Not only did they host our Night Before Party, but also provided us with a beer truck for tailgate & hosted a post match meet up. Jack’s is family owned 1/3

As documentarians of this wager and proponents of sportsmanship, we have matched this donation to the Ali Forney center and made an equal donation to SMYAL. Thank you @cloud9goth.bsky.social and @spiritsquadron.bsky.social for the energy and commitment you bring to this community 💜

Many many thanks to our gracious hosts @bayfcsupporters.bsky.social, especially @ccuadra8.bsky.social and @mr-boombastic.bsky.social who went above and beyond for us. We appreciate you so much.

Congratulations to our friends in @cloud9goth.bsky.social. Per the terms of our wager, we’ve donated $200 to the Ali Forney Center 🤝

good morning fam

The surprise was Megan Rapinoe and Stud Budz 🤗

IF YOU’RE IN THE SPIRIT SUPPORTERS SECTION, GET TO YOUR SPOT AROUND 4:25PM FOR A SPECIAL PRESENTATION. YOU WILL NOT WANT TO MISS IT. spread the word!

THE FIGHT IS NOT FINISHED 😤

Hey #Spirit fans! I have a few extra tickets to the official watch party at the Lincoln Theater for tonight for fans who are able to go but weren't able to snag a ticket. If you're able to go and need a ticket, just shout! @washingtonspirit.com @heyspirits.bsky.social @districtpressdc.bsky.social

I have a few squadron scarves up for grabs today, say hi if you see me! suggesting a $15 donation to the squadron but mostly I just don’t want to take em home to my room full of squadron stuff!