Cindy Parlow Cone is running for reelection as president of the U.S. Soccer Federation. The election will be held during the U.S. Soccer Annual General Meeting in February of 2026.
Cindy Parlow Cone has dedicated her life to soccer—as a player, a coach, and now a leader shaping the future of the sport in the United States. As a World Cup and Olympic champion, she knows what it takes to compete at the highest level. As the first woman elected to serve a full term as U.S. Soccer President, she has proven her ability to lead with transparency, trust, and a commitment to growing the game at all levels.
Taking office in 2020 amid one of the most challenging periods in U.S. Soccer’s history, Cindy brought steady leadership when it was needed most. She navigated the Federation through the COVID-19 pandemic, resolved the equal pay lawsuit, and strengthened relationships with players, coaches, referees, and every member of the Federation. Under her leadership, U.S. Soccer is stronger than ever—and she’s ready to keep building for the future.
She spearheaded the creation of the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center, ensuring all 27 U.S. National Teams, U.S. Soccer members, and countless players, coaches and referees across the country have access to a world-class facility.
Through initiatives like the Innovate to Grow grants and Soccer Forward, she has expanded access to soccer for players of all backgrounds.
Cindy led the historic effort to achieve equal pay at U.S. Soccer, a groundbreaking achievement that reshaped the global conversation around equity in international soccer.
Under her leadership, the Federation’s revenue has diversified and grown from $97 million in 2024 to a projected $141 million in 2026. Cindy has overseen record-breaking sponsorship deals, bringing in partners like Bank of America and Home Depot.
Cindy recruited world-class coaches like Emma Hayes and Mauricio Pochettino, as well as top executives like CEO J.T. Batson and Sporting Director Matt Crocker, to create a winning culture.
She made the findings of the Sally Yates report public and implemented changes to create a safer, more inclusive soccer environment.
Cindy will continue the Federation’s work expanding the game for every player, coach, referee, and fan.
“I am proud to support Cindy Parlow Cone’s reelection as U.S. Soccer President. Over the last five years, Cindy has been an excellent leader for the organization, helping revitalize the Federation, expand the game at every skill level, and excite even more Americans about the beautiful game. With the preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup ahead of us, her work isn’t finished, and I can’t think of a better person to grow the game and partner with every stakeholder in the U.S. Soccer family.”
Don Garber
Commissioner, MLS
“I have seen Cindy bring U.S. Soccer to levels that we could not have imagined 10 years ago. Her vision to bring in the right people to lead U.S. Soccer has shown great results. We are on the right path, and I support her bid for re-election to bring U.S. Soccer to its greater potential.”
John Motta
Former President, United States Adult Soccer Association
“Cindy is an excellent leader and an integral piece of the strong team that’s continuing to be built out at U.S. Soccer. Her passion for growing all aspects of our sport is contagious and makes U.S. Soccer an organization that I am proud to be part of. Cindy has helped kick off some incredible initiatives and I’m excited for her to see them through with another term as our U.S. Soccer President.”
Whitney Engen
Athletes’ Council & Former USWNT Player
“Cindy is a fantastic leader and absolutely deserves the opportunity to continue leading U.S. Soccer through an additional term as president. Her focus towards the different aspects of the game that aggregate up through the federation is inspiring and I’m thrilled to lend my support towards her reelection campaign.”
Sean Boyle
Athletes’ Council & USOPC
“Cindy’s impact on US Soccer has been remarkable and has changed the trajectory of our Federation. And I, who had the chance to watch her play regularly for the USWNT, am not surprised. Her relentless hope, integrity, and tenacity are on display again – this time as President of US Soccer and not in a USWNT jersey. She led the Federation through the pandemic, successfully negotiated a historic equal pay agreement, envisioned and advanced efforts to build our first ever national training center, and has brought a more transparent and inclusive culture across all levels of our sport. Her leadership over the last five years has set a new standard within US Soccer.”
Danielle Slaton
Soccer Analyst for MLS Season Pass, Fox Sports, and Pac-12 Network
“Cindy’s bold and courageous leadership has restored trust within the U.S. Soccer ecosystem. I’ve seen firsthand how Cindy has used her platform to ensure that every voice is heard while being accountable for her own decisions and outcomes at all levels of the organization. Cindy’s passion, candor, and drive are enabling us to push soccer forward, and I’m excited to see what we will be able to accomplish under her leadership in the future.”
Nelson Akwari
Boeing, Director for the Interiors Responsibility Center South Carolina (IRCSC)
“As a current athlete on the U.S. Beach Soccer National Team, I am thrilled to express my wholehearted support for your continued leadership as President of U.S. Soccer. Your journey from two-time Olympic gold medalist and World Cup champ to first female president at U.S. Soccer is truly empowering.”
Jeane Sunseri-Warp
Player, Beach Soccer
“Cindy has proven time and again that she not only has the vision to grow the game for all, but also the ability and leadership qualities to drive this change and collaborate with others in our soccer ecosystem. I’ve been so impressed by and grateful for her leadership, passion, and transparency in this role, and look forward to all that she will continue to achieve leading the Federation during these upcoming pivotal years!”
Kate Ward
U.S. Women's Deaf National Soccer Team
“Cindy Cone has been a steadfast leader for US Soccer, driving progress, inclusivity, and growth for the sport at every level. Her dedication to players, fans, and the future of the game in all forms of soccer is unmatched. With her continued leadership, US Soccer will keep moving forward. On behalf of the United States Power Soccer Association, I proudly support her re-election as president!”
Steve Everett
United States Power Soccer Association
“I enthusiastically endorse Cindy to be re-elected President of US Soccer. Her accomplishments as the Federation’s leader since being thrust into the job have been phenomenal…It’s an awesome record, and she clearly deserves to be re-elected.”
Alan Rothenberg
U.S. Soccer Foundation
“On behalf of the NWSL, I am wholly supportive of Cindy Cone’s candidacy to be re-elected to be President of U.S. Soccer. She has steered U.S. Soccer to seismic changes that will impact generations to come. Her work is not done, and I look forward to working together in the years ahead.”
Jessica Berman
National Women's Soccer League
“On behalf of the NWSL, I am wholly supportive of Cindy Cone’s candidacy to be re-elected to be President of U.S. Soccer. She has steered U.S. Soccer to seismic changes that will impact generations to come. Her work is not done, and I look forward to working together in the years ahead.”
Alec Papadakis
CEO, United Soccer League
“I am in support of the reelection of President Cindy Parlow Cone because of the way she has accelerated the growth of soccer in North America. She has shown tremendous leadership skills and is the best candidate to lead us into the most transformative period of American soccer. She has demonstrated exceptional vision and commitment, effectively championing soccer at every level.”
Brianna Pinto
Athletes’ Council & NWSL Player
“Kansas Youth Soccer Association is excited to continue to support Cindy Parlow Cone as she announced her intent seek another term as US Soccer Federation President! We look forward to continued success, growth, and collaboration during this time when the ecosystem continues to evolve and as we move forward with hosting the world’s largest sporting event, World Cup 2026!”
Ron Schneider
President, Kansas Youth Soccer Association
“Soccer in the United States has grown in popularity and prestige over the past few years under Cindy’s leadership. Additionally, the scope and scale of U.S. Soccer have expanded in exciting, appropriate, and member-supportive ways, which have served to magnify the ability for the beautiful game to positively affect the lives of all who participate. As we stand on the precipice of arguably the most exciting time in the history of our sport in America, I am both thankful and grateful for Cindy and all that she continues to do for our game!”
Mark Cantor
President, Maryland State Youth Soccer Association
“The US Club Soccer Board of Directors supports Cindy Parlow Cone’s bid for re-election. Under her leadership, U.S. Soccer has embraced an ‘in service to soccer’ strategy, directly contributing to transformational progress across the national ecosystem.”
Gary Buete
Chairperson, US Club Soccer
