COACHING MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
Creating access and opportunity for the next generation of female coaches.
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History of the Program
In July 2023, the Washington Spirit announced its new Coaching Mentorship program to elevate and support female soccer coaches in the Washington, D.C. region. The mentorship program is designed to increase opportunities for female coaches, proactively develop their careers, create a coaching pipeline, and provide them a valuable professional network.
The inaugural cohort included three local coaches from the Alexandria Soccer Association, DC SCORES, and the Player Progression Academy. In 2025, the program will expand to include 10 female coaches from around the DMV.
About the 2025 Program
APPLY NOWIn 2025, the program will expand to include ten mentees who will participate in the program from March to November. Throughout the program, mentees will:
• Shadow a member of the coaching staff at selected Spirit training sessions
• Participate in mentor sessions with Spirit coaches
• Complete a sport performance seminar
• Attend a chalk talk with Spirit General Manager Mark Krikorian
• Experience three Spirit matches at Audi Field during the 2025 season
The deadline to apply for the 2025 cohort is Friday, January 10.