San Diego Wave FC is a professional women's soccer team in the NWSL, founded in 2021 and beginning play in 2022. They play their home games at Snapdragon Stadium. The Wave won the NWSL Shield in 2023 for having the league's best record. They also won the NWSL Challenge Cup in 2024.
2003: San Diego Spirit disbanded
In 2003, the Women's United Soccer Association folded, leading to the disbandment of the San Diego Spirit, San Diego's former women's professional soccer team.
December 15, 2021: Team crest revealed
On December 15, 2021, the team revealed its crest for its upcoming 2022 season.
March 19, 2022: Inaugural Game
On March 19, 2022, San Diego Wave FC officially began play in the NWSL Challenge Cup against Angel City FC, drawing 1-1.
2022: Casey Stoney part of the Wave
Casey Stoney has been part of the Wave since 2022.
2022: San Diego Expansion Team
In 2022, San Diego was announced as the location for an NWSL expansion team owned by Ron Burkle.
2022: Improved Record and Playoff Qualification
In 2022, the Wave slightly improved their record and qualified for the playoffs.
2022: Crest for 2022 Season
In 2022, the team revealed its crest in a press release.
2023: Won Challenge Cup
In 2023, the Wave won the Challenge Cup 1-0 over NJ/NY Gotham FC.
2023: NWSL Shield secured
In the 2023 season, the Wave secured the NWSL Shield after beating the Portland Thorns on September 30, guaranteeing a bye for the playoffs.
March 23, 2024: NWSL Season Home Opener Attendance Record
On March 23, 2024, the Wave set a new NWSL season home opener attendance record with 32,066 fans attending their game.
July 1, 2024: Shannon MacMillan Hired as Chief Impact Officer
On July 1, 2024, the Wave hired former USWNT player Shannon MacMillan as Chief Impact Officer.
2024: Won the NWSL Challenge Cup
In 2024, San Diego Wave FC won the NWSL Challenge Cup, marking a significant achievement for the club.
2024: Failed to Qualify for Playoffs and Coaching Change
In 2024, the Wave finished 10th and did not qualify for the playoffs. Head coach Casey Stoney was fired amid a winless streak.
January 7, 2025: Jonas Eidevall Announced as Head Coach
On January 7, 2025, Jonas Eidevall was announced as the Wave's new head coach, becoming the second full-time head coach in club history.
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