NWSL’s Boston membership has chosen a brand new identify: Boston Legacy Soccer Membership.
The identify retains the give attention to Boston whereas invoking each its lengthy historical past and its significance as
a hub of future innovation.
“Our name is just the beginning,” mentioned membership controlling proprietor Jennifer Epstein. “It’s what we build together, through dedication, commitment, and grit that will give it life. We aim for our values to reflect a city that breathes competition, passion, and pride, and to pay tribute to those who paved the way before us, including the gamechangers who helped build previous women’s
professional teams in Boston. We are also focused on the future, for the next generation of
players and fans who will carry forward what we build today.”
The membership collected a whole bunch of identify recommendations from preliminary fan suggestions and whittled that down over 5 months to at least one identify, Boston Legacy FC.
“We are about to watch a renewal of this incredible club in the city of champions,” mentioned membership
model advisor, incapacity justice in sports activities advocate, and Dorchester native Chanel Keenan. “The
pride Bostonians have in sports is one of our greatest uniting forces. It’s been an honor to
contribute my time and experiences to ensure all disabled fans feel seen. I’m so excited for this
next chapter – it’s only the beginning!”
“It’s always a great day when women’s professional soccer is back in Boston,” mentioned former
USWNT midfielder and two-time World Cup champion Kristine Lilly, who additionally suggested the membership
through the renaming course of. “I look forward to watching the Boston Legacy build a club for a
new generation while honoring those who helped build the game. It is an exciting time for
women’s soccer and I look forward to cheering on the Boston Legacy.”
The membership could have additional bulletins on its crest and wordmark within the following months.
