The World Surf League (WSL) is the governing body for professional surfers and is dedicated to showcasing the world's best talent in a variety of progressive formats. The World Surf League was originally known as the International Professional Surfing founded by Fred Hemmings and Randy Rarick in 1976. IPS created the first world circuit of pro surfing events. In 1983 the Association of Surfing Pros took over management of the world circuit. In 2013, the ASP was acquired by ZoSea, backed by Paul Speaker, Terry Hardy, and Dirk Ziff. At the start of the 2015 season, the ASP changed its name to the World Surf League (WSL). Sophie Goldschmidt was appointed as WSL CEO on July 19, 2017. Paul Speaker had stepped down as CEO on January 11, 2017, and Dirk Ziff acted as the interim WSL CEO until Goldschmidt's appointment.
Australia international Sam Kerr, widely regarded as one of the best strikers in the world, signs for Women's Super League leaders Chelsea. BBC News - Published
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Concerns over chants relating to the Hillsborough disaster during the WSL match away to Manchester United are reported to the FA by Liverpool. BBC News - Published
Teenager Lauren James scores Manchester United's first goal in the WSL, setting her team on course for a 2-0 victory over Liverpool. BBC News - Published
Champions Arsenal need a late goal from substitute Danielle van de Donk to beat Manchester United and maintain their 100% start to the WSL season. BBC News - Published
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