The voice & advocate of NWSL Players. We are a 501(c)5, the labor union that represents NWSL Players in collective bargaining. We are committed to the health & safety of all players in the league & are dedicated to growing women's soccer globally.https://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3mkaz2p3d6s2vThe launch of Project ACL marked an important milestone for Players, Unions, leagues, and researchers. We’re excited to walk our members through what comes next!24 Apr 2026 17:04 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mkaz2p3d6s2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3mitidxtwek2vHonored to introduce our new NWSLPA Executive Committee: Haley Hopkins – President Madison Hammond – Vice President Dani Weatherholt – Vice President Maggie Graham – Secretary Emily Menges – Treasurer06 Apr 2026 14:35 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mitidxtwek2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3mhe5zwth622eThe NWSL Players Association proudly congratulates the WNBPA on securing a transformative new Collective Bargaining Agreement. Read our full statement:18 Mar 2026 18:55 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mhe5zwth622ehttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3mfhtq23umc2eThroughout #BHM, we’ve uplifted quiet giants whose courage and labor often went unseen but never unstudied: Claudette Colvin, Maida Springer Kemp, Imani Dorsey, and Brianna Pinto. Their stories remind us that Black women’s leadership has always been the engine of progress.22 Feb 2026 19:11 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mfhtq23umc2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3meemoo24ws2nThis #BHM, we’re honoring pioneers who opened doors - and those who keep them open. From Dr. Gladys West and Jo Ann Allen Boyce to Crystal Dunn and Christen Press, their excellence and advocacy remind us that progress is built by those who demand more and make space for the next generation.08 Feb 2026 19:02 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3meemoo24ws2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3mdarh3ock22uDeputy Executive Director Tori Huster joined the USLPA, MLSPA, and the USWNTPA at the Independent Supporters Council Convention in Denver, CO, for an important discussion on what it takes to build a player-led league.
 Thank you to the ISC for bringing Players Associations and supporters together.25 Jan 2026 12:51 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mdarh3ock22uhttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3mcs26avg6s2iOn MLK Day, we return to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s enduring question: “What are you doing for others?” A reminder that care, solidarity, and shared responsibility are how lasting change is built  - together.19 Jan 2026 16:17 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcs26avg6s2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3mcl3ogiiis2tYesterday, Meghann Burke was in Washington, D.C., at the Congressional College Athletics Summit, where she joined a panel discussion on strengthening women’s and Olympic sports
 Thank you @demwomencaucus.bsky.social for your leadership defending Title IX protections for women collegiate athletes16 Jan 2026 21:56 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mcl3ogiiis2thttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3mc7wv5a7722xBeginning today, nurses across NYC are on strike for safe staffing and dignity. While CEO’s pocket millions, nurses carry a staffing crisis they didn’t create. We stand with @nynurses.bsky.social #PatientOverProfits12 Jan 2026 11:31 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mc7wv5a7722xhttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3mc2uaazya22pLast night, the CBA between @thewnbpa and the WNBA expired. We stand with the players. Without the players, there is no @wnba. Pay equity is not optional. It is earned.
It is deserved.
It is overdue.10 Jan 2026 11:00 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mc2uaazya22phttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3mboeycnxk226“The league has a choice to make,” Burke told me. “They either need to cater to and protect teams unwilling to grow, or unlock potential. They can’t do both.” https://www.newyorker.com/sports/sporting-scene/can-professional-womens-soccer-in-the-us-keep-up-with-the-global-market?_sp=7f62b078-5ecc-42b5-b7c2-42dc34fbac10.176757279548305 Jan 2026 11:55 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3mboeycnxk226https://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3maofqjpjpk2rNWSL Players Association Statement on League’s Unilateral Implementation of the High Impact Player Rule:23 Dec 2025 18:43 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3maofqjpjpk2rhttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3ma7lhj5rsk27 [contains quote post or other embedded content]17 Dec 2025 21:16 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3ma7lhj5rsk27https://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3m7axn6spyc2y [contains quote post or other embedded content]05 Dec 2025 17:01 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3m7axn6spyc2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3m775lmvmec2w [contains quote post or other embedded content]04 Dec 2025 23:42 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3m775lmvmec2whttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3m4tn7tb7xc27NWSLPA Issues Statement Condemning Attacks on Players:04 Nov 2025 23:00 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3m4tn7tb7xc27https://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3m2pketrpms22Solidarity https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/oct/08/wnba-nwsl-unions-collective-action08 Oct 2025 21:08 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3m2pketrpms22https://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3lyvmoqzkpc2sThe National Women’s Soccer League Players Association releases statement on medical emergency at last night's game15 Sep 2025 20:15 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3lyvmoqzkpc2shttps://bsky.app/profile/nwslplayers.bsky.social/post/3lvemec2aps2n“The reality is.. players need a rest.” Meghann Burke highlights the need for recovery time as players return from international duty - calling for thoughtful team-led approaches to protect player health. https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6529718/2025/08/01/nwsl-euros-finfa-carter-rest/01 Aug 2025 21:38 +0000at://did:plc:igrg24afvd6pn4sme4py4bgx/app.bsky.feed.post/3lvemec2aps2n