Orlando Pride finishes its development year by going large

Fansided | December 26, 2025

• Pride’s program now largest in NWSL

• Organization amps up development effort

• Participants get outstanding access to First Team

Nov 16, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; NJ/NY Gotham FC goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger (30) makes a save during the second half against Orlando Pride at Inter&Co Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images | Mike Watters-Imagn Images

The Orlando City SC Academy and B Teams win praise for player development. The Orlando Pride has entered that organization’s Development Circle of Excellence.

The end of 2025 marked the first year for the expanded Orlando Pride affiliates, now a league-leading development system.