Overview

• Casey Stoney, who led the Wave to significant successes in previous seasons, was unexpectedly dismissed.
• San Diego Wave is currently ninth in the league, struggling with low goal-scoring and a series of injuries.
• Interim head coach Paul Buckle will lead the team while a search for a permanent replacement is underway.
• Stoney had recently signed a contract extension, making the decision more surprising.
• The Wave's struggles are attributed to squad-building challenges and bad luck with injuries.