Dallas Trinity FC
US professional women's soccer club
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Dallas Trinity FC is an American professional women's soccer club based in Dallas, Texas, that competes in the USL Super League (USLS).
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| Full name | Dallas Trinity FC | ||
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| Short name | DTFC | ||
| Founded | May 16, 2023 | ||
| Stadium | Cotton Bowl Dallas, Texas | ||
| Capacity | 92,100 | ||
| Owner | Jim Neil | ||
| General manager | Chris Petrucelli | ||
| Coach | Nathan Thackeray | ||
| League | USLS | ||
| Website | www | ||
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History
Establishment
A team representing the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex was announced in May 2023, along with the founding of the United Soccer League's USL Super League.[1] Private funding for the team was paired with $592,000 from the city to have the team play at the Cotton Bowl, by far the highest-capacity stadium in the Super League.[2] The deal was designed for a two-year term with an option for future seasons.[2][3]
Inaugural season
Chris Petrucelli was named the initial general manager and the team confirmed to start play when the league began on August 17, 2024.[4] Scotland's long tenured U-17 coach, Pauline MacDonald, was publicly named the club's first coach in June 2024.[5] Amber Brooks became Dallas's first signing on May 31, 2024.[6]
Adding to the excitement, Dallas Trinity brought in several players who are either from the DFW Metroplex or played college soccer in the Metroplex including: Hailey Davidson, Haley Berg, Allie Thornton, Gracie Brian, Cyera Hintzen, Enzi Broussard, Chioma Ubogagu, Madison White, Samantha Meza, Jenna Winebrenner and Sam Estrada.[7]
Dallas played their inaugural match on August 18, 2024, against Tampa Bay Sun FC. With head coach MacDonald unavailable due to work visa complications, GM Petrucelli stepped in as interim head coach for the game. Dallas dominated much of the match, with Hannah Davison scoring Dallas's opening goal in first-half stoppage time, marking the first goal in club history. However, Tampa Bay equalized in the second half, and despite several attempts from Dallas, the game ended in a draw.[8]
Identity
The name and branding for the team was announced on May 9, 2024, with elements inspired by the Trinity River.[9]
Colors
Dallas Trinity FC's colors were announced as: (1) sunrise maroon, (2) prairie gold, and (3) live oak green. Their website says: "The colors draw inspiration from the city skyline and the Trinity River, which reflects the vibrant nature of Dallas, as well as local pride and excellence."[10]
Crest and Mascot
The club's crest features a Pegasus, and their mascot is a palomino horse named Boots, aligning with the tradition of Dallas-based sports teams such as the Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Wings, SMU Mustangs and Texas Rangers, all of which have horse-related mascots or crests. Boots's entrance theme is These Boots Are Made For Walkin' by Nancy Sinatra.
Sponsorship
| Period | Kit manufacturer | Shirt sponsor (front) | Shirt sponsor (back) | Sleeve sponsor | Shorts sponsor | Ref. |
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| 2024–2025 | Nike | — | Relay Human Cloud[11] | El Rio Grande Latin Market | The Wine Group/Cupcake Vineyards | [12] |
| 2025–present | Scottish Rite for Children (Home) UT Southwestern (Away) |
Trust & Will | IF/THEN® Initiative | [13][14] |
Stadium
Dallas Trinity play their home games at the Cotton Bowl, a municipally owned stadium located in the Fair Park neighborhood of Dallas, Texas.
Players and staff
Current squad
- As of March 4, 2026[15]
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Academy players
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
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Staff
As of August 10, 2025*
| Front office | |
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| Position | Name |
| Owner |  Neil Family |
| President | Charlie Neil |
| General Manager | Chris Petrucelli |
| Technical staff | |
| Head Coach | Nathan Thackeray |
| Assistant Coach | Gavin Beith |
| Head of Soccer Operations | Becky Maines |
| Goalkeeper Coach | Giovanni Solis |
| 3rd Assistant/Analyst | Nick Petrucelli |
| Head of Performance | Jonathan Corbett |
Records
Year-by-year
- As of mathces played on February 21, 2026
| Season | League | Regular season | Playoffs | Avg. attendance | Top Goalscorer | ||||||||
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| P | W | D | L | GF | GA | Pts | Pos | Name(s) | Goals | ||||
| 2024–25 | USLS | 28 | 12 | 7 | 9 | 42 | 30 | 43 | 3rd | Semi-finals | 3,546 | Allie Thornton |
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| 2025–26 | USLS | 16 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 20 | 24 | 24 | 3rd | TBD | 2,387 | Allie Thornton Sealey Strawn |
3 |
| Total | 44 | 19 | 10 | 15 | 62 | 54 | 67 | – | – | – | Allie Thornton |
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^ 1. Top goalscorer(s) includes all goals scored in League, and USL Super Cup Playoffs, and other competitive matches.
Head coaching record
- As of matches played on February 21, 2026
Only competitive matches are counted.*
| Head Coach | Nat. | From | To | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | Win% |
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| Chris Petrucelli (interim) | |
August 18, 2024 | September 13, 2024 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 4 | 66.67 |
| Pauline MacDonald |  |
September 14, 2024 | June 25, 2025 | 26 | 11 | 5 | 10 | 34 | 26 | 51.92 |
| Chris Petrucelli (interim) | |
August 23, 2025 | January 20, 2026 | 13 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 15 | 21 | 46.15 |
| Nathan Thackeray | |
January 20, 2026 | present | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 33.33 |
Team records
- As of July 4, 2025.[16] Current players in bold. Statistics are updated once a year after the conclusion of the USL Super League season.
| Player | Appearances | ||||||
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| # | Name | Nat. | Pos. | Trinity career | USLS | Playoffs | Total |
| 1 | Amber Wisner | |
MF | 2024– | 28 | 1 | 29 |
| 2 | Allie Thornton | |
FW | 2024– | 27 | 1 | 28 |
| 3 | Gracie Brian | |
MF | 2024– | 26 | 1 | 27 |
| Julia Dorsey | |
DF | 2024–2025 | 26 | 1 | 27 | |
| 5 | Hannah Davison | |
DF | 2024– | 25 | 1 | 26 |
| Cyera Hintzen | |
MF | 2024– | 25 | 1 | 26 | |
| Chioma Ubogagu |  |
MF | 2024– | 25 | 1 | 26 | |
| Madison White | |
GK | 2024–2025 | 25 | 1 | 26 | |
| 9 | Jenna Walker | |
DF | 2024–2025 | 24 | 1 | 25 |
| 10 | Sealey Strawn | |
FW | 2024– | 19 | 0 | 19 |
| Player | Goals scored | ||||||
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| # | Name | Nat. | Pos. | Trinity career | USLS | Playoffs | Total |
| 1 | Allie Thornton | |
FW | 2024– | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 2 | Chioma Ubogagu | |
MF | 2024– | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 3 | Sealey Strawn | |
FW | 2024– | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 4 | Gracie Brian | |
MF | 2024– | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Amber Wisner | |
MF | 2024– | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Hannah Davison | |
DF | 2024– | 2 | 1 | 3 | |
| 7 | Cyera Hintzen | |
MF | 2024– | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Camryn Lancaster | |
MF | 2024– | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| Samantha Meza | |
MF | 2024 | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| Lexi Missimo | |
MF | 2025– | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
Honors
Minor
- Copa Tejas (Shield)
- Champions: 2025
