“I’m Broken”- Casey Stoney Breaks Silence On San Diego Wave Sacking As Accomplice Megan Harris Pens Touching Tribute

Lately sacked head coach Casey Stoney had signed a contract with the San Diego Wave that lasts until 2027 with an choice to increase until 2028. Nonetheless, a seven-game winless streak appears to have prompted San Diego to miss the contract and present Stoney the door. Whereas replying to a San Diego fan group on X (previously generally known as Twitter), the 2023 NWSL Protect winner remarked that she was ‘broken’ to go away the membership. In the meantime, the ex-English star’s associate and former teammate Megan Harris penned an emotional be aware, detailing the hardships of a crew supervisor.

San Diego Sirens, which claims to be the Wave’s first unbiased assist group, took to X, thanking Casey Stoney for her companies. “Thank you Casey for being there from the beginning. You shaped this team into what it is while always putting player wellbeing first. You showed us what it means to be a true leader, with strength, compassion, and integrity; even when it wasn’t easy,” the tweet learn.

“Thank you Sirens!! You are incredible and I loved your support for the team from day one! Today I’m broken but in time I will be proud of what we all achieved together,” Stoney mentioned in response. Thereafter, Casey Stoney urged the Sirens to maintain cheering the Wave on Friday evening NWSL video games.

As per the San Diego Wave, the membership’s ambitions don’t align with the crew’s present plight within the NWSL. Anyhow, the 42-year-old star coach departs with a formidable resume. She led the Wave after profitable silverware- the 2023 NWSL Protect and the 2024 NWSL Problem Cup.

Earlier than taking on the NWSL job, the previous England worldwide helped Manchester United win a championship within the maiden season of the Ladies’s Tremendous League. Stoney’s associate Megan Harris paid a particular tribute to her eventful profession with a holistic appreciation submit on X.

Feelings run excessive for Harris, as Casey Stoney leaves San Diego

“Building a great football club is far more than just results. It’s about creating an environment, a culture of trust and integrity. About creating a fanbase that can share a vision, and become a community, that believes and commits to what you’re trying to achieve- this is exactly what you have done,” Megan Harris mentioned on X, referring to Casey Stoney.

Harris additionally lauded her associate for profitable two titles with the Wave and remarked that she and their three youngsters couldn’t be prouder of Stoney.

Solely time will inform the place the profitable English supervisor will be a part of subsequent. Paul Buckle will be a part of the Wave as their interim coach whereas they seek for a everlasting substitute for Stoney. What are your ideas on Stoney’s storied NWSL stint? Inform us within the feedback.