Football News Update: Casey Stoney Sacked as San Diego Wave Manager
Surprising Coaching Change at San Diego Wave
In a surprising move, San Diego Wave has parted ways with manager Casey Stoney, who led the team to their first NWSL Shield and Challenge Cup triumph last season. The former England centre-back, who previously managed Manchester United’s women’s team, had signed a long-term deal with Wave in January that was set to keep her at the club until 2027, with a mutual option to extend to 2028.
“The club’s ambition and current position in the season necessitated a change in leadership.”
- Jill Ellis, Wave President
Stoney’s Successful Tenure
Stoney’s tenure at Wave was marked by success, as she led the team to their first NWSL Shield in 2023 and followed it up with a Challenge Cup triumph, defeating the reigning league champions NY/NJ Gotham in the pre-season competition. The 42-year-old, who had a decorated playing career with the likes of Arsenal, Charlton, Chelsea, Lincoln, and Liverpool, was the first manager of Manchester United’s relaunched women’s team, guiding them to the Championship title and promotion to the Women’s Super League in their inaugural season.
New General Manager Appointed
In the meantime, Wave has announced the appointment of Camille Ashton as the club’s new general manager. Ashton, a former defender, had previously held the same role with the KC Current before resigning in May.
As the football world turns its attention to the upcoming Euro 2024, Champions League, FIFA World Cup, and Women’s World Cup, this coaching change at San Diego Wave will undoubtedly be a talking point in the lead-up to the new NWSL season. Fans and pundits alike will be keen to see how the team responds to this shakeup.
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