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"This shows that our joint investigation is doing the work of systemic transformation." "Players made a promise to ourselves and future generations to transform our league - not through words, but with our actions," Meghann Burke, the executive director of the players association, said. "The club has made counselling services available to all members of the organization interested."Ī joint release external-link from the NWSL and the players association recommended for Clarkson to be "suspended immediately" pending the conclusion of the investigation. "As an organisation, our highest priority is creating and maintaining a safe and respectful work environment for our players and staff, which we believe is critical to our success on the pitch," the Dash said on Wednesday.

Angel City beat Gotham FC in their last NWSL match on August 28. The Dash are coming off a 2-2 draw at home against the Weshington Spirit on August 27. The Houston Dash return from the international break to welcome Angel City FC to PNC Stadium tonight. The club say they will appoint an interim coach in the coming days. The Dash host Angel City FC, looking to go into first place in the NWSL standings.

Why player-coach relationships are an issue in women's footballĬlarkson was appointed head coach in 2019 and previously served as the academy director for the men's side.

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Richie Burke, the coach of the Washington Spirit, was then fired after claims of harassment external-link and the Chicago Red Stars coach Rory Dames resigned in November external-link amid similar allegations. NWSL players briefly halted matches in a display of solidarity with players following Riley's sacking and league commissioner Lisa Baird resigned. The Englishman was sacked in September following allegations of sexual misconduct by more than a dozen players.

Texas Southern University play football in the stadium. The NWSL's ongoing investigation began in October 2021 following complaints over former North Carolina Courage head coach Paul Riley. The Dash and Dynamo both play at Houstons BBVA Stadium, which opened in 2012 at a cost of 95million. The Dash say they will await the final report before deciding his future.Ī number of coaches in the league have been sacked or resigned following allegations of misconduct by players.