Lesle Gallimore

Role

General Manager, OL Reign (NWSL). Former founding Commissioner of the Girls Academy (2020—2023).

Background

Long-time University of Washington women’s soccer head coach. Appointed as the first-ever Girls Academy Commissioner in June 2020. Led GA through its launch and growth to 91 clubs and 13,000+ players. Departed GA in May 2023 to join OL Reign.

Connections

• girls-academy — Founding Commissioner (2020—2023)
• OL Reign (NWSL) — General Manager

Context

Architect of the Girls Academy’s competitive structure. Understanding her design choices helps contextualize how GA differs from ecnl and why certain clubs chose GA over ECNL.