The United Soccer League announced today that Amanda Vandervort, President of the Gainbridge Super League, will be leaving the USL on Aug. 28 to pursue other opportunities.
Paul McDonough, USL President and CEO:
“Amanda has played an important role in the growth of women’s soccer at the USL over the past five years, leading the launch of the Gainbridge Super League. Building a professional league from the ground up is a major undertaking, and Amanda deserves a lot of credit for her leadership and the work it took to make it happen. We’re grateful for her commitment to our leagues, our clubs and creating more opportunities for women in the game. We wish her all the best in what’s next.”
Amanda Vandervort, Gainbridge Super League President:
“Over the past five years, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside an extraordinary group of owners, league and club leaders, players, coaches, staff, and partners. From the beginning, we set out to create more opportunities for women in the game and more communities where professional women’s sports are celebrated, and I’m proud of the league we’ve built together. I’m grateful for the trust, partnership, and belief so many people brought to this work, and for the opportunity USL gave me to be part of building something new. I believe deeply in the people and clubs who will carry the league forward, and I’ll continue to cheer on our incredible teams from the stands. For me, it feels like the right time to close this chapter, and I’m looking forward to what comes next.”