Angel City FC Mark Parsons has been appointed as the team’s new sporting director until 2025. NWSL Season to oversee all matters related to football operations.
He will report to ACFC co-founder and president Julie Uhrman, while overseeing the technical staff, scouting and analytics departments, sports medicine and player care.
“It is an honor to be a part of Angel City Football Club, a trailblazing and passionate organization setting new standards in the game,” Parsons said in a statement. “I am grateful to Willow, Bob, and Julie for their trust and look forward to working with the ownership and exceptional leadership team to build on the solid foundation they have established. My focus is the best.” , growth, and unity that takes ACFC to new heights, with the goal of bringing the championship home to the city of Los Angeles.”
Parsons joins Angel City after spending time with the two. Washington Spirit (2013-2015) and Portland Thorns (2015-2021). The former manager led the Thorns to six trophies, including two NWSL Shields in 2016 and 2021, as well as the 2017 NWSL Championship to become the only coach in league history to win the Shield, Championship and . NWSL Challenge Cup.
Parsons also worked with him. The Netherlands Women’s team for one year before returning to the NWSL in 2022.
“Mark brings exceptional experience in the domestic and international game,” said Ahrman. “As we enter 2025 with the opening of our state-of-the-art 50,000-square-foot performance center, Mark will lead our sports operations while advancing our culture and championship ambitions with our outstanding leadership team and staff. .
“Together, we want to set a high standard for excellence on and off the pitch—and we’re ready to bring the championship home in this exciting new chapter.”
Angel City missed the playoffs last season after finishing the 2024 campaign in 12th place with a record of 7W-13L-6D.