Dallas Trinity FC

Dallas Trinity FC (DTFC) is an American women's soccer team based in Dallas, Texas that began competing in fall 2024 as a member of the USL Super League, a Division I league operated by the United Soccer League.

History

Establishment

A team representing the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex was announced in May 2023, along with the founding of the United Soccer League's USL Super League. Initially, investor Jim Neil and his family sought to found a team in the National Women’s Soccer League in 2021, but the franchise fee was too high, so the Neils went to the United Soccer League, which was planning to move into the Dallas region anyway and had a much lower fee. Private funding for the team was paired with $592,000 from the city to have the team play at the Cotton Bowl, by far the highest-capacity stadium in the Super League. The deal was designed for a two-year term with an option for future seasons.

Inaugural Season

Chris Petrucelli was named the initial general manager and the team confirmed to start play when the league began on August 17, 2024. Scotland's long tenured U-17 coach, Pauline MacDonald, was publicly named the club's first coach in June 2024. Amber Brooks became Dallas's first signing on May 31, 2024.

Adding to the excitement, Dallas Trinity brought in several players who are either from the DFW Metroplex or played college soccer in the Metroplex including: Hailey Davidson, Haley Berg, Allie Thornton, Gracie Brian, Cyera Hintzen, Enzi Broussard Chioma Ubogagu, Madison White, Samantha Meza and Sam Estrada.

Dallas played their inaugural match on August 18, 2024, against Tampa Bay Sun FC. With head coach MacDonald unavailable due to work visa complications, GM Petrucelli stepped in as interim head coach for the game. Dallas dominated much of the match, with Hannah Davison scoring the opening goal in first-half stoppage time. However, Tampa Bay equalized in the second half, and despite several attempts from Dallas, the game ended in a draw.

Identity

The name and branding for the team was announced on May 9, 2024, with elements inspired by the Trinity River.

Colors

Dallas Trinity FC's colors were announced as: (1) sunrise maroon, (2) prairie gold, and (3) live oak green. Their website says: "The colors draw inspiration from the city skyline and the Trinity River, which reflects the vibrant nature of Dallas, as well as local pride and excellence."

Crest

The club's crest features a Pegasus, aligning with the tradition of Dallas-based sports teams such as the Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Wings, SMU Mustangs and Texas Rangers, all of which have horse-related mascots or crests.

Sponsorship

Stadium

The Dallas Trinity are expected to play at the Cotton Bowl, a municipally owned stadium located in the Fair Park neighborhood of Dallas, Texas.

Players and Staff

Current Squad

''As of August 30, 2024*''

Staff

''As of August 10, 2024*''

Records

Year-by-year

1. Top goalscorer(s) includes all goals scored in League, and USL Super Cup Playoffs, and other competitive matches.

Head coaching record

Only competitive matches are counted.*

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See also

*List of top-division football clubs in CONCACAF countries
* List of professional sports teams in the United States and Canada
* Sting SC

References

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{{Cite web , publisher= WFAA , date=2024-05-09 , accessdate=2024-05-19 , language=en-US , department=Soccer , first=Paul , last=Livengood , url=https://www.wfaa.com/article/sports/soccer/dallas-womens-soccer-usl-super-league-team-name-logo/287-a75442fa-1093-4281-83f8-88e06dc0d849 , title=Dallas pro women's soccer team unveils name, logo
{{Cite news , newspaper= The Dallas Morning News , date=2024-05-09 , issn=1553-846X , oclc=1035116631 , accessdate=2024-05-19 , language=en-US , department=Sports>FC Dallas , first=Abraham , last=Nudelsteier , url=https://www.dallasnews.com/sports/fc-dallas/2024/05/09/dallas-trinity-fc-usl-super-league-cotton-bowl-fair-park-womens-professional-soccer-uswnt/ , title=Dallas Trinity FC, new women's pro soccer team, faces big opportunity, challenges
{{Cite web , publisher= WFAA , date=2024-06-20 , accessdate=2024-06-21 , language=en-US , department=Dallas Trinity FC , first=Paul , last=Livengood , url=https://www.wfaa.com/article/sports/soccer/dallas-trinity-fc/dallas-trinity-fc-coach-pauline-macdonald/287-7a3098ff-1acb-4d08-b70f-64e9082e74b6 , title=Dallas Trinity FC names club's first head coach
{{Cite web , publisher= KXAS-TV , date=2024-05-14 , accessdate=2024-05-19 , language=en-US , department=Dallas Trinity FC , first=Phil , last=Prazan , url=https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/politics/lone-star-politics/trinity-fc-will-play-in-dallas/3539967/ , title=President of Dallas Trinity FC says team committed to city long-term
{{Cite web , publisher= KXAS-TV , date=2024-05-08 , accessdate=2024-05-19 , language=en-US , department=Dallas Trinity FC , first=Frank , last=Heinz , url=https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/sports/dallas-welcomes-usl-womens-pro-soccer-cotton-bowl-stadium/3536310/ , title=Dallas Trinity FC brings women's pro soccer to Cotton Bowl Stadium this summer
{{Cite magazine , magazine= D Magazine , date=2023-06-02 , issn=0161-7826 , accessdate=2024-05-19 , language=en-US , department=Soccer , first=Will , last=Maddox , url=https://www.dmagazine.com/sports/2023/06/dallas-united-soccer-league/ , title=The Family That's Bringing Professional Women's Soccer to Dallas
{{Cite web , publisher= WFAA , date=2024-05-31 , accessdate=2024-06-01 , language=en-US , department=Dallas Trinity FC , first=Paul , last=Livengood , url=https://www.wfaa.com/article/sports/soccer/dallas-trinity-fc/dallas-trinity-fc-2024-roster-signing/287-59987ca5-ce85-4c40-a48b-dda9698e90d0 , title=Dallas' first women's professional soccer team has made its first signing

External links

*{{official website
USL Super League page on Dallas Trinity FC
{{Dallas Trinity FC squad
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2023 establishments in Texas
Association football clubs established in 2023
Soccer clubs in Dallas
Women's soccer clubs in Texas
Sports clubs and teams in Dallas
USL Super League teams