Denver Summit draws 63,004 fans, NWSL attendance record
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- Denver Summit set a new NWSL single‑game attendance record with 63,004 fans at Empower Field at Mile High on Saturday.
- The record surpassed the previous league record by over 20,000 tickets and also became the highest attendance for a stand‑alone women's soccer match in the United States.
- Washington Spirit played the Summit to a 0‑0 draw, with star forward Trinity Rodman commenting on the league’s growth.
- Rob Cohen, controlling owner of Summit, said the community exceeded expectations for turnout and ticket sales.
- The NWSL has seen its single‑game attendance record broken in four consecutive seasons, with prior records set at Wrigley Field (Chicago Stars, 35,038) and Oracle Park (Bay FC, 40,091).
- Average attendance across the league dipped slightly last year to 10,669 per game, while some clubs still draw under 6,000 for home openers.
- Minority investors in Summit include Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning and Olympic skier Mikaela Shiffrin.
Why it matters: The record crowds validate the NWSL’s expanding market appeal, giving owners like Denver Summit and sponsors a proof point for investment, while underscoring the disparity with clubs that still draw under 6,000 fans, highlighting where the league must focus growth efforts.
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