On Wednesday, June 10th, Kate Markgraf announced her departure from her role as the US Soccer Women’s General Manager. Markgraf had been in the position since 2018 and was instrumental in helping the US Women’s National Team (USWNT) win the 2019 World Cup.
Markgraf’s departure comes at a time of great change for US Soccer, as the organization is currently searching for a new president and CEO. Markgraf was widely respected within the organization and her departure is seen as a major loss.
During her tenure, Markgraf was responsible for overseeing the USWNT’s operations and helping to create a culture of success. She was also instrumental in helping to negotiate the team’s collective bargaining agreement with US Soccer.
Markgraf was an advocate for gender equality in soccer and was a strong voice for the USWNT. She also worked to ensure that the team had access to the best resources and facilities available.
In a statement, Markgraf said, “It has been an honor to serve the USWNT and US Soccer for the past two years. I am proud of what we have accomplished together and I am confident that the team will continue to thrive in the future.”
Markgraf’s departure is a major loss for US Soccer, but her legacy will live on in the success of the USWNT. Her leadership and dedication to gender equality will be remembered for years to come.
