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Dallas Trinity FC
A gold oval on a maroon background with a Pegasus logo in the center
Full nameDallas Trinity FC
Short nameDTFC
FoundedMay 16, 2023; 17 months ago (2023-05-16)
StadiumCotton Bowl, Dallas, Texas, US
Capacity92,100
OwnerJim Neil family
General managerChris Petrucelli
CoachPauline MacDonald
LeagueUSLS
Websitewww.dallastrinityfc.com
colors
Current season

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

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Establishment

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See also: USL Super League

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.[1] 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.[1] 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.[2] The deal was designed for a two-year term with an option for future seasons.[2][3]

Inaugural season

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See also: 2024–25 Dallas Trinity 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.[4] Scotland's long tenured U-17 coach, Pauline MacDonald, was publicly named the club's first coach in June 2024.[5] Amber Brooks became Dallas's first signing on May 31, 2024.[6]

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, Jenna Winebrenner and Sam Estrada.[7]

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 Dallas's opening goal in first-half stoppage time, marking the first goal in club history. However, Tampa Bay equalized in the second half, and despite several attempts from Dallas, the game ended in a draw.[8]

Identity

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

Colors

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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."[10]

Crest

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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

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Period Kit manufacturer Shirt sponsor (front) Shirt sponsor (back) Sleeve sponsor Shorts sponsor Ref.
2024–present Nike TBD Relay Human Cloud El Rio Grande Latin Market The Wine Group/Cupcake Vineyards [11]

Stadium

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See also: Cotton Bowl

The Dallas Trinity play their home games at the Cotton Bowl, a municipally owned stadium located in the Fair Park neighborhood of Dallas, Texas.

Players and staff

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Current squad

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As of September 23, 2024* Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
0 GK United States USA Samantha Estrada
1 GK United States USA Madison White
2 DF United States USA Hannah Davison
3 DF Costa Rica CRC Gabriela Guillen
4 DF United States USA Maya Gordon
5 DF United States USA Julia Dorsey
6 DF United States USA Waniya Hudson
7 FW United States USA Enzi Broussard
8 MF Finland FIN Jenny Danielsson
9 FW England ENG Lucy Shepherd
11 DF United States USA Hailey Davidson
No. Pos. Nation Player
13 FW United States USA Cyera Hintzen
14 FW England ENG Chioma Ubogagu
15 MF United States USA Samantha Meza
17 MF United States USA Gracie Brian
18 DF Sweden SWE Maja Henriksson
19 DF United States USA Jenna Winebrenner
20 FW United States USA Allie Thornton
22 MF United States USA Amber Brooks (captain)
23 MF United States USA Haley Berg
33 MF United States USA Rachel Pace

Academy players

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Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.

No. Pos. Nation Player
12 MF United States USA Sealey Strawn
16 DF United States USA Olivia Belcher
21 MF United States USA Kamdyn Fuller
24 MF United States USA Jordyn Hardeman
25 FW United States USA Natalie Wagner
26 DF United States USA Kiara Gilmore
27 GK United States USA Evan O'Steen

Staff

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As of September 9, 2024*

Front office
Position Name
Owner United States Neil Family
President United States Charlie Neil
General Manager United States Chris Petrucelli
Technical staff
Head Coach Scotland Pauline MacDonald
Assistant Coach Gavin Beith
Head of Soccer Operations Becky Maines
Goalkeeper Coach Giovanni Solis
3rd Assistant/Analyst Nick Petrucelli
Performance Coach Jonathan Corbett

Records

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Year-by-year

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As of November 9, 2024
Season League Regular season Playoffs Avg. attendance Top Goalscorer
P W D L GF GA Pts Pos Name(s) Goals
2024–25 USLS 9 4 4 1 16 11 16 3rd TBD 3,843 United States Allie Thornton 4

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

Head coaching record

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As of November 9, 2024

Only competitive matches are counted.*

All-time Dallas Trinity FC coaching records
Name Nationality From To P W D L GF GA Win%
Chris Petrucelli (interim)  United States August 18, 2024 September 13, 2024 3 1 2 0 8 4 66.67
Pauline MacDonald  Scotland September 14, 2024 present 6 3 2 1 5 5 66.67

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b Maddox, Will (June 2, 2023). "The Family That's Bringing Professional Women's Soccer to Dallas". Soccer. D Magazine. ISSN 0161-7826. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
  2. ^ a b Nudelsteier, Abraham (May 9, 2024). "Dallas Trinity FC, new women's pro soccer team, faces big opportunity, challenges". Sports>FC Dallas. The Dallas Morning News. ISSN 1553-846X. OCLC 1035116631. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
  3. ^ Prazan, Phil (May 14, 2024). "President of Dallas Trinity FC says team committed to city long-term". Dallas Trinity FC. KXAS-TV. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
  4. ^ Heinz, Frank (May 8, 2024). "Dallas Trinity FC brings women's pro soccer to Cotton Bowl Stadium this summer". Dallas Trinity FC. KXAS-TV. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
  5. ^ Livengood, Paul (June 20, 2024). "Dallas Trinity FC names club's first head coach". Dallas Trinity FC. WFAA. Retrieved June 21, 2024.
  6. ^ Livengood, Paul (May 31, 2024). "Dallas' first women's professional soccer team has made its first signing". Dallas Trinity FC. WFAA. Retrieved June 1, 2024.
  7. ^ "MSN". www.msn.com. Retrieved August 16, 2024.
  8. ^ "Hannah Davison posts first goal as Dallas Trinity FC opens USL Super League play with draw". Dallas News. August 19, 2024. Retrieved August 19, 2024.
  9. ^ Livengood, Paul (May 9, 2024). "Dallas pro women's soccer team unveils name, logo". Soccer. WFAA. Retrieved May 19, 2024.
  10. ^ "Dallas Trinity FC Reveal Name and Crest". Dallas Trinity FC. Retrieved July 27, 2024.
  11. ^ "First look: New professional soccer team Dallas Trinity FC releases merchandise line". wfaa.com. July 9, 2024. Retrieved August 2, 2024.
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