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The Washington Spirit is dedicated to empowering and supporting women in our community through the transformative power of soccer.
Through community and corporate partnerships, the Spirit aims to have a meaningful and long-lasting impact in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and beyond.
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2024 Impact
During the 2024 season, the Spirit hosted 3,000 youth at home matches, provided programming for over 400 youth in grassroots soccer programs and more as the club worked to close the participation gap in DC between girls and boys in sport.
Behind the Game
With dropout rates for girls in sports significantly higher than for boys, the Washington Spirit are dedicated to creating opportunities that inspire and empower young female athletes. Behind the Game brings local high school girls soccer programs to a Washington Spirit practice for an exclusive experience. Players get to spend an afternoon watching training, interacting with players and hearing from coaches and staff.
In 2024, Behind the Game impacted 150 young athletes from 15 high schools across 21 days of programming.
Coaching Education
Mentorship Program
Recognizing only 26% of youth coaches are women, the Washington Spirit developed the Coaches Mentoring Program in effort to increase the amount of females coaches in youth soccer. This program is designed to empower and support women in becoming confident, skilled coaches while providing behind the scenes access to Sporting and Soccer Operations.
Benefits include:
• 3:1 mentoring with Spirit staff
• Exclusive access to Spirit training
• Complimentary tickets to Spirit games
• Private chalk talk with Spirit General Manager
• Sport performance workshops
2026 applications open December 15, 2025.
Coaching Clinics
The Washington Spirit Coaches clinic brings together Spirit and college coaches for an immersive, hands-on learning experience. This event provides a unique opportunity for coaches at all levels to gain valuable insights, advanced techniques, and innovative strategies from top-tier professionals.
Participants engage in live demonstrations, breakout sessions, and interactive discussions, covering everything from player development to team dynamics and leadership. With access to high-level expertise, attendees walk away with actionable knowledge to enhance their coaching skills and elevate their teams.
District Diaries
District Diaries celebrates and recognizes women in DC making positive social changes. Awards and recognitions are given to local activist, business owners and leaders that embody the character of uplifting women. By showcasing the stories and impact of these leaders, District Diaries fosters connection and celebrates the diverse voices that make up the heart of the DC community. The series aims to amplify underrepresented voices and inspire others to get involved in creating positive change.
Shop Our Spirit
Small businesses are the cornerstone of the DMV. To create exposure and awareness for the small businesses making an impact our community, the Washington Spirit developed the Shop Our Spirit network. The program amplifies local women and minority-owned small businesses on matchdays and through digital engagements.
2025 Season
Shop Our Spirit will return for the 2025 season at Audi Field! Be sure to check out the small businesses and food trucks that stop by the Spirit Tailgate before home matches.
2024 in Review
Shop Our Spirit launched last season with two highly successful matchday markets, showcasing diverse, local vendors and strengthening community ties while amplifying minority-owned businesses throughout the season. In 2024:
• Over 50% of the small businesses were located in DC
• ¾ of owners were woman
• 25% of owners were Black
Youth Soccer
Junior Spirit
Junior Spirit offers local DMV youth soccer clubs exclusive benefits with the Washington Spirit. Discover opportunities for player appearances, discounted tickets and unforgettable in-game experiences for your youth soccer team.
Community Pick-Up Soccer
The community pick-up soccer program offered in partnership with Maryland State Youth Soccer Association (MSYSA) provides a chance for people of all ages and skill levels to enjoy physical activity and soccer for free in their communities.
SHE Can Play Clinics
SHE Can Play Clinics are free to no-cost soccer clinics designed to engage and keep girls active into their teenage years. In partnership with local community organizations, these clinics provide access to soccer for over 150 girls each year.
Youth Soccer Nights
Celebrate the young soccer star in your life with this ticket and merch deal! Each purchase includes one ticket to the match plus a Junior Spirit branded t-shirt.
This deal is available for the following matches:
Saturday, May 17 at 7:30 p.m.
Washington Spirit vs. Utah Royals
Salute to Service
Sunday, September 7 at 4:00 p.m.
Washington Spirit vs. Seattle Reign
Sunday, October 5 at 1:00 p.m.
Washington Spirit vs. San Diego Wave
Interested in bringing your team? Contact the Spirit’s Group Sales team here.
Donation Requests
Access Spirit
Access Spirit partners with local charities, schools and social organizations and provides the opportunity to experience the excitement of professional soccer with the Washington Spirit. Through this initiative, the team supports its mission of inclusivity and social responsibility, making soccer accessible to all audiences.
In-Kind Donations
The Spirit is dedicated to supporting local charities and 501(c)(3) organizations through in-kind donations. For your organization to be considered, please complete the donation request form listed below.
Our Partners
From DC SCORES, the Spirit’s official community soccer partner, to Vital Voices, these partners are vital to achieving meaningful and long-lasting impact within the DMV.
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