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At halfway mark, NWSL still ‘work in progress’06 / 17 / 13Washington Spirit owner Bill Lynch has heard plenty of skepticism during the inaugural season of the National Women’s Soccer League. It is regularly pointed out to him that the NWSL is the third attempt at a women’s pro soccer league in North America since 2001. He’s also aware tha... |
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