The Rise of Women and Girls Soccer in the United States

In the past decade, women’s and girls’ soccer has experienced exceptional growth here in the United States. Participation by women and girls in soccer has been growing rapidly, from youth leagues to the professional level. This increase is due to better visibility, stronger support and national teams like the US Women’s National Team leading the way. More female-only soccer programs have begun to emerge, providing women and girls with more opportunities while creating space for all to one day blossom into stars in the way that was once only accessible to them. Every international success of women and girls soccer rose domestic expectation too, which further bolstered arena attendance. With participation rates for woman and girls at an all time high, the future of the sport in the US has never been so bright. Ongoing construction and local community programs, will increase chances for women and girls soccer players at all levels. In short, the women’s and girls’ soccer movement has become a force changing sports culture in this country, inspiring a generation of young athletes.