NWSL Players Association
@nwslplayers.bsky.social
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.
NWSLPA Issues Statement Condemning Attacks on Players:
November 4, 2025 at 11:00 PM
NWSLPA Issues Statement Condemning Attacks on Players:
The National Women’s Soccer League Players Association releases statement on medical emergency at last night's game
September 15, 2025 at 8:15 PM
The National Women’s Soccer League Players Association releases statement on medical emergency at last night's game
The NWSLPA stands with Jess Carter.
There is no place for racist abuse in our sport.
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There is no place for racist abuse in our sport.
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July 20, 2025 at 1:11 PM
The NWSLPA stands with Jess Carter.
There is no place for racist abuse in our sport.
Read our Full Statement :
There is no place for racist abuse in our sport.
Read our Full Statement :
This week in Switzerland, Meghann Burke represented the NWSLPA at global forums hosted by the ILO, FIFPRO, and the World Players Association —pushing the future of women’s sport toward dignity, equity, and player power
July 16, 2025 at 9:51 PM
This week in Switzerland, Meghann Burke represented the NWSLPA at global forums hosted by the ILO, FIFPRO, and the World Players Association —pushing the future of women’s sport toward dignity, equity, and player power
Labor love runs in the family.
Our Executive Director, Meghann Burke, and her brother helped kick off the “It’s Better in a Union” bus tour today at the AFL-CIO Executive Council meeting in D.C.—because union pride runs deep in the family.
Solidarity is on the move!
Our Executive Director, Meghann Burke, and her brother helped kick off the “It’s Better in a Union” bus tour today at the AFL-CIO Executive Council meeting in D.C.—because union pride runs deep in the family.
Solidarity is on the move!
July 10, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Labor love runs in the family.
Our Executive Director, Meghann Burke, and her brother helped kick off the “It’s Better in a Union” bus tour today at the AFL-CIO Executive Council meeting in D.C.—because union pride runs deep in the family.
Solidarity is on the move!
Our Executive Director, Meghann Burke, and her brother helped kick off the “It’s Better in a Union” bus tour today at the AFL-CIO Executive Council meeting in D.C.—because union pride runs deep in the family.
Solidarity is on the move!
This July 4th, we’re celebrating the communities we build, the people we stand with, and the solidarity that carries us forward. There’s nothing more American than showing up for each other and fighting for a future where everyone belongs.
July 4, 2025 at 3:06 PM
This July 4th, we’re celebrating the communities we build, the people we stand with, and the solidarity that carries us forward. There’s nothing more American than showing up for each other and fighting for a future where everyone belongs.
🚨The 2026 Free Agency Window is officially open.
Thanks to the current CBA, every NWSL player becomes a free agent at the end of their contract—no more thresholds, no more waiting.
This is the freedom players fought for: real mobility and a window aligned with the global game.
Thanks to the current CBA, every NWSL player becomes a free agent at the end of their contract—no more thresholds, no more waiting.
This is the freedom players fought for: real mobility and a window aligned with the global game.
July 1, 2025 at 4:45 PM
🚨The 2026 Free Agency Window is officially open.
Thanks to the current CBA, every NWSL player becomes a free agent at the end of their contract—no more thresholds, no more waiting.
This is the freedom players fought for: real mobility and a window aligned with the global game.
Thanks to the current CBA, every NWSL player becomes a free agent at the end of their contract—no more thresholds, no more waiting.
This is the freedom players fought for: real mobility and a window aligned with the global game.
It’s the Mid-Season Break—a hard-fought CBA victory by players.
No training. Just rest.
Here’s how some of your favorite players are caring for their mental health along the way.
No training. Just rest.
Here’s how some of your favorite players are caring for their mental health along the way.
June 23, 2025 at 2:35 PM
It’s the Mid-Season Break—a hard-fought CBA victory by players.
No training. Just rest.
Here’s how some of your favorite players are caring for their mental health along the way.
No training. Just rest.
Here’s how some of your favorite players are caring for their mental health along the way.
Know her Name : This Juneteenth, we honor Dr. Opal Lee, the Grandmother of Juneteenth—an educator, activist, and force of nature.
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June 19, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Know her Name : This Juneteenth, we honor Dr. Opal Lee, the Grandmother of Juneteenth—an educator, activist, and force of nature.
Read more below ⬇️
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NWSLPA Celebrates 2025 Pride Month with a unifying message: “Before Anything Else, We Are Human.”
June 2, 2025 at 4:09 PM
NWSLPA Celebrates 2025 Pride Month with a unifying message: “Before Anything Else, We Are Human.”
On this Memorial Day, we honor those who gave their lives in service to our country—and recognize the players, families, and fans who have served or carry their legacy
May 26, 2025 at 4:33 PM
On this Memorial Day, we honor those who gave their lives in service to our country—and recognize the players, families, and fans who have served or carry their legacy
This moment must be a turning point.
Read our full statement below.
Read our full statement below.
May 14, 2025 at 9:00 PM
This moment must be a turning point.
Read our full statement below.
Read our full statement below.
This week, Ali Riley and Chardonnay Curran reflect on how their AAPI heritage shapes the way they care for their mental health.
Their reflections remind us that mental and emotional health is deeply tied to the communities and traditions that shape us.
#aanhpiheritagemonth #mentalhealthawareness
Their reflections remind us that mental and emotional health is deeply tied to the communities and traditions that shape us.
#aanhpiheritagemonth #mentalhealthawareness
May 9, 2025 at 9:30 PM
This week, Ali Riley and Chardonnay Curran reflect on how their AAPI heritage shapes the way they care for their mental health.
Their reflections remind us that mental and emotional health is deeply tied to the communities and traditions that shape us.
#aanhpiheritagemonth #mentalhealthawareness
Their reflections remind us that mental and emotional health is deeply tied to the communities and traditions that shape us.
#aanhpiheritagemonth #mentalhealthawareness
Meghann Burke, Executive Director of the NWSLPA, stands with @fifpro.bsky.social World XI recipients Barbra Banda and Marta of the @orlandopride.bsky.social , alongside Dr. Alex Culvin, FIFPRO Director of Global Policy and Strategic Relations
April 14, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Meghann Burke, Executive Director of the NWSLPA, stands with @fifpro.bsky.social World XI recipients Barbra Banda and Marta of the @orlandopride.bsky.social , alongside Dr. Alex Culvin, FIFPRO Director of Global Policy and Strategic Relations
A statement from the NWSLPA:
March 24, 2025 at 10:04 PM
A statement from the NWSLPA:
“When the league centers players - which are the greatest assets in the NWSL ecosystem - our collective potential is unlocked.”
- @meghannburke.bsky.social
NWSLPA, Executive Director.
- @meghannburke.bsky.social
NWSLPA, Executive Director.
February 6, 2025 at 11:58 PM
“When the league centers players - which are the greatest assets in the NWSL ecosystem - our collective potential is unlocked.”
- @meghannburke.bsky.social
NWSLPA, Executive Director.
- @meghannburke.bsky.social
NWSLPA, Executive Director.
“I’ve searched high and low, I’ve asked every single one of my colleagues in this space, ‘Are you aware of a single transgender woman who is trying to play soccer in the NWSL?’ And the answer is,’No.”
@meghannburke.bsky.social
NWSLPA, Executive Director.
@meghannburke.bsky.social
NWSLPA, Executive Director.
February 6, 2025 at 11:05 PM
“I’ve searched high and low, I’ve asked every single one of my colleagues in this space, ‘Are you aware of a single transgender woman who is trying to play soccer in the NWSL?’ And the answer is,’No.”
@meghannburke.bsky.social
NWSLPA, Executive Director.
@meghannburke.bsky.social
NWSLPA, Executive Director.
“Women’s sports as a concept, as a category itself, are as born out of exclusion.”
- @meghannburke.bsky.social NWSLPA, Executive Director.
- @meghannburke.bsky.social NWSLPA, Executive Director.
February 6, 2025 at 10:42 PM
“Women’s sports as a concept, as a category itself, are as born out of exclusion.”
- @meghannburke.bsky.social NWSLPA, Executive Director.
- @meghannburke.bsky.social NWSLPA, Executive Director.