The National Women's Soccer League unveiled the name of its 15th team Tuesday, dubbing the Boston squad BOS Nation Football Club.
Boston Unity Soccer Partners is an "all-female core ownership group," led by founder of Juno Equity and minority owner of the Boston Celtics Jennifer Epstein.
“It’s so important for kids to see themselves in their role models and I’m grateful to have the opportunity to support the growth of women’s soccer and sports in my hometown."
BOS Nation will host home games in White Stadium, the second venue anchored by a women's professional sports team in the world, according to the team's statement.
"BOS Nation FC is committed to pushing boundaries both on and off the field, signaling the enthusiasm for women’s soccer in Boston."
Persons:
Boston Celtics Jennifer Epstein, Stephanie Connaughton, Ami Danoff, Anna Palmer, ” Epstein, Tom Brady, Epstein, Aly Raisman, Elizabeth Banks, Banks, “, ” Raisman, BOS
Organizations:
Women's Soccer League, Boston, BOS Nation Football Club, Boston University Soccer Partners, Boston Unity Soccer Partners, Juno Equity, Boston Celtics, Patriots, Celtics, Bruins, Red Sox & Patriots, Nation FC
Locations:
BOS, Boston, Massachusetts, White, North America