The Red Stars are one of several teams continuing to navigate the fallout of an explosive investigation that uncovered systemic emotional abuse and sexual misconduct across the National Women’s Soccer League.
Last Wednesday, two days after the findings were released, Chicago’s board of directors voted to remove chairman Arnim Whisler due to his handling of complaints from players against former manager Rory Dames—one of the three coaches at the center of the allegations. The investigation was commissioned by the U.S. Soccer Federation, and led by former acting U.S. attorney general Sally Q. Yates and the law firm King & Spalding.
On Monday, Red Stars players expressed their dismay over the allegations in a joint statement shared on social media by defender Tierna Davidson. The players also commended those who came forward and the role they played in exposing the league-wide issue.
