BY ANNAPOLIS BLUES FC
Annapolis, MD - Good Morning Blues Family! We hope this message finds you well and as excited as we are about the growth of our club! Today, we are thrilled to share a monumental moment in our journey—the official introduction of the first-ever Head Coach for our Women’s Team, Ashly Kennedy.
Coach Kennedy brings an exceptional track record of leadership, passion, and dedication to the beautiful game. With years of experience both on and off the field, Ashly has consistently demonstrated a commitment to developing talent, fostering teamwork, and achieving excellence. Her vision for the Women’s Team aligns perfectly with our club’s values, and we couldn’t be more excited to have her at the helm as we embark on this new chapter.
"I am beyond excited to work with the Annapolis Blues that has a passion for community, soccer, and hometown pride. The environment, professionalism, opportunities, and unwavering fan support have been nothing short of extraordinary. Being back in my hometown of Annapolis, where I grew up, makes this opportunity even more meaningful. I look forward to building a team that embodies the core values of the Annapolis Blues while delivering an exciting product and platform for the Annapolis community to rally behind with strong young women. This collaboration signifies more than just a professional step; it’s a heartfelt commitment to creating something special for the city and its passionate supporters." Says Coach Kennedy
As we look forward to the inaugural season of our Women’s Team, we invite you to join us in welcoming Coach Kennedy to the Blues family. We are confident that her expertise and enthusiasm will inspire our players and bring a new level of energy to the pitch.
“I’m super excited and energized for the Blues women’s team and the opportunity to work with the Annapolis Blues and all the great things they’ve done in our community over the past two years” says General Manager for the Women’s Team, Jim Gabarra.
“I selected Ashly as our first head coach because she has been a staple of our Annapolis community growing up here, playing soccer here and coaching in the USL W league. She brings many years of playing coaching experience at the club level and is a perfect fit for what we are building here with the Annapolis Blues women’s team” states Gabarra.
Stay tuned for more updates as we build out the Women’s Team and prepare for an incredible season ahead. Together, we are creating a brighter and more inclusive future for Annapolis Blues FC.
Let’s give Coach Kennedy a warm welcome to Annapolis and show her the unwavering support of the best fans in the game. Go Blues!
Be sure to reserve your season seat for the 2025 season right here!
