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Mikaela Shiffrin Joins Ownership Group of Denver’s NWSL Expansion Team

The Olympic ski champion adds her voice to the high-profile ownership group as Denver prepares for its NWSL debut in 2026, with key public funding decisions on the horizon.

Mar 27, 2025; Sun Valley, ID, USA; Race winner Mikaela Shiffrin of the United States celebrates on the podium after winning the slalom alpine skiing race in the 2025 FIS Ski World Cup at Sun Valley. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Creveling-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Mikaela Shiffrin, the most decorated alpine skier in history, has joined the ownership group of Denver’s National Women’s Soccer League expansion team.
  • The Denver franchise, awarded in January 2025 for a record $110 million expansion fee, is set to begin play in 2026 alongside Boston Legacy FC.
  • Plans include a temporary 12,000-seat stadium in Centennial and a permanent 14,500-seat venue in Denver, contingent on $70 million in public funding awaiting City Council approval on May 12.
  • Shiffrin cited Colorado’s rich sports culture and the growing momentum of women’s sports as key motivations for her investment in the team.
  • The ownership group, led by Rob Cohen and supported by Melody Hobson’s Project Level fund, aims to establish a purpose-driven club with state-of-the-art facilities for women’s soccer.