WNBA star Caitlin Clark has recently joined the bid for a National Women's Soccer League expansion team in Cincinnati. The effort is being led by Major League Soccer's FC Cincinnati, who have confirmed Clark's involvement in the initiative. The club expressed their excitement over Clark's participation, highlighting her passion for the sport, dedication to promoting women's sports in the Greater Cincinnati region, and her influence as an athlete and role model.
The NWSL Cincinnati bid team sees Clark as a crucial addition to their ownership group as they strive to establish the 16th team in the NWSL. The league is expected to announce the new team by the end of the year, with the 15th team set to commence play in Boston in 2026.
In the current NWSL season, the Orlando Pride and the Washington Spirit are gearing up to face off in the championship match at CPKC Stadium in Kansas City this Saturday. Meanwhile, Caitlin Clark, who was named WNBA Rookie of the Year, had an impressive season with the Indiana Fever, averaging 19.2 points, 5.7 rebounds, and a league-leading 8.4 assists. The Fever finished with a 20-20 record and made it to the playoffs for the first time since 2016.
Clark's involvement in the NWSL expansion bid adds further momentum to the growing interest and investment in women's professional sports. Her achievements on the basketball court and her commitment to advancing women's sports make her a valuable asset to the Cincinnati bid team's vision of bringing top-tier women's soccer to the city.
Sources: AP soccer
