Houston Dash FC, commonly known as Houston Dash or simply the Dash, are a professional women’s football (soccer) club based in Houston, Texas, United States. They compete in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), the top tier of women’s professional football in the country, and are operated alongside Houston Dynamo FC as part of the same ownership group.
Founded in 2013, the Dash joined the NWSL for the 2014 season as an expansion side. The club initially struggled for consistency on the pitch while building its squad and academy pathways, but gradually became more competitive and began supplying players to various national teams. A major milestone came in 2020 when Houston Dash won the NWSL Challenge Cup, securing the club’s first major trophy and marking a turning point in its reputation within the league. In subsequent seasons the Dash have remained a regular presence in top-level American women’s football, contributing to the growth and visibility of the women’s game.
