Overview
- ESPN published a subjective ranking of the new NWSL designs, placing Gotham FC’s “Lady Liberty” third kit first and Boston Legacy’s “Common Ground” secondary kit last.
- High marks went to Utah Royals’ “Swarm” third kit (No. 2), Houston Dash’s “Houston Chronicles” third kit (No. 3) and Angel City’s “Flare” primary kit (No. 4), with North Carolina Courage’s “Become” third kit and Seattle Reign’s “Surge” third kit also praised.
- Expansion sides completed inaugural launches, with ESPN calling Denver Summit’s secondary kit underwhelming and noting Boston Legacy’s green “First Light” primary as a clean but simple introduction.
- Nine clubs introduced third kits for the first time in the league, and Seattle Reign unveiled its water-inspired “Surge Kit” in deep blue with volt accents, its first third kit since 2015 and featuring Trupanion as front-of-jersey sponsor.
- Nike officially released the 2026 NWSL collection using Dri-FIT ADV technology, and the kits are on sale through Nike’s site, the league shop and select retailers.