Women's College Soccer Champs Set; NWSL Launches Influential Advisory Board

It's a pivotal week across women's soccer, with college teams nationwide clinching spots in their conference championship matches. Michigan State and BYU headline the action, securing rises to the Big Ten and Big 12 finals, respectively. UVM, Maine, Stanford, Notre Dame, and ULM also advance to their respective title games, while Xavier rolled into the BIG EAST championship with a dominant display. Canadian U Sports quarterfinals feature intense clashes such as Montreal vs. McMaster and Guelph vs. UBC, while the OVC, MAC, MAAC, and several other conferences prepare for decisive rounds. Off the pitch, the NWSL announced the formation of its first-ever business advisory board, featuring sports legends like Eli Manning, Magic Johnson, and a roster of high-profile investors. This move aims to bolster league growth and continue the upward momentum in the women's game. Meanwhile, the league's gender and eligibility policy remains a storyline to watch as the NWSL navigates policy evolution and public response.