Deloitte Named Official Professional Services Provider of the National Women's Soccer League

NEW YORK, Sept. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Deloitte and the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) today announced they are entering into a multi-year collaboration, naming Deloitte the Official Professional Services Provider to the league.

Deloitte will serve as both a sponsor of and trusted advisor to the NWSL. As the Official Professional Services Provider, Deloitte will help to advance some of the NWSL's most important initiatives, including advising on the development of their 10-year strategic plan.

"We are proud to support the National Women's Soccer League," said Terri Cooper, PhD, vice chair of external diversity, equity and inclusion, Deloitte LLP. "Our commitment at Deloitte to gender equity is stronger than ever, as we continue to focus on fostering a culture of belonging in our workplace. Dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is a core pillar of our new sponsorship with the NWSL, and we're so excited to get started."

"We are thrilled to have Deloitte joining the National Women's Soccer League," said NWSL Commissioner Lisa Baird. "The experience and breadth of capabilities across long-term strategy, fan engagement, and beyond will play an integral role in supporting the growth of our business."

Beginning play in 2013, the NWSL has been the premier women's soccer league in the United States. Learn more about the sponsorship at deloitte.com/us/nwsl.

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About NWSL
The National Women's Soccer League is a 12-team Division-I women's professional soccer league featuring national team players from around the world. The clubs are the Chicago Red Stars, Houston Dash, North Carolina Courage, Orlando Pride, Portland Thorns FC, OL Reign, NJ/NY Gotham FC, Kansas City NWSL, Washington Spirit, and Racing Louisville FC, with two California-based teams, Angel City FC and San Diego, set to join for the 2022 season. Based in Chicago, the NWSL is partners with the Canadian Soccer Association and the United States Soccer Federation.

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SOURCE Deloitte