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Feature: NWSL President Amanda Duffy on League's Future
I recently conducted an interview with NWSL President Amanda Duffy, following the announcement of the sale of Reign FC to the OL Groupe. She was quite generous to give me […]
I recently conducted an interview with NWSL President Amanda Duffy, following the announcement of the sale of Reign FC to the OL Groupe. She was quite generous to give me a few minutes to talk about the state of the league and what they’re looking to do to increase its stability and visibility. They’ve got some interesting irons in the fire:
- 14 teams by 2022, which would be a substantial increase from where they currently are (nine).
- Along those lines, finding more interested owners to invest in the league. The sale of Reign FC for approximately $3.5 million is a relative modest number as sports teams go.
- That $3.5 number is an accurate valuation for teams in NWSL.
- Resolving the management agreement with the US Soccer Federation, who provide substantial assistance to the league both on the financial and operational side.
- Improving the broadcast/media deal, which will increase visibility and the financial outlook for the league.
Once again I appreciate her giving me some time to answer some questions. Hope you enjoy the story!
Miki Turner
I blog mostly about soccer and legal issues. I graduated from the University of Richmond (1997) with degrees in Political Science, Journalism and Spanish (lapsed, alas).
I later graduated from California Western School of Law (2001) with a J.D., and after a break, have been practicing law in the State of Washington since 2003.
I'm a Seattle Sounders season ticket holder, and I enjoy traveling to away games. I have a munchkin who is almost 7; where does the time go?
