ORLANDO, Fla. (Jan. 12, 2021) — Orlando Pride has appointed Ian Fleming as the team’s general manager, it was announced today. Fleming, a veteran soccer professional with experience in law, strategy and analytics, joins the Pride from the Houston Dynamo and Dash organization where he most recently contributed to the Dash’s 2020 NWSL Challenge Cup title.
Fleming, 34, joined the Club in December and fills the vacancy left by Erik Ustruck, who now works exclusively with the Club’s men’s operations. The Pride general manager position is fully dedicated to the Pride’s operation, positioning the Club to make strategic, informed soccer decisions that align with larger, organizational goals.