Washington Spirit player Andi Sullivan was gearing up for Olympic training. And then COVID-19 hit.
Andi Sullivan had just finished playing with the United States Women’s National Soccer Team—and was readying to make a run for a spot on the 2020 Olympic team—when the coronavirus was officially declared a pandemic. As the DMV went into stay-at-home mode, the Lorton native saw her dreams put on hold—and found herself isolating 3,000 miles away from her husband.
Here are the latest updates on professional sports in the District
Now almost three months without professional sports, many leagues are starting to announce their plans to resume their 2020 seasons.
Loudoun United FC to donate $10 to local hospitality groups with every merchandise purchase
The sale’s funds will go toward the Visit Loudoun Foundation’s Hospitality and Relief Fund to support the county’s hospitality and tourism industries through COVID-19.
Washington Spirit announces 2020 schedule; 4 games to be played in Loudoun County
The professional women’s soccer team will play a third of its season at Segra Field, bringing World Cup champions and Olympians to NoVA.
Loudoun United FC’s second season will kick off in early March
Now in its second year, the team will play six away games before hosting a home opener in May.
Professional women’s soccer is coming to NoVA in 2020
The Washington Spirit boasts two World Cup champions and will play four home games at Segra Field in Leesburg next year.