WSL Hall of Fame

Women's Super League Hall of Fame
Established2021
TypeProfessional sports hall of fame
PresidentKelly Simmons
WebsiteOfficial website
Fara Williams in 2022
Rachel Yankey in 2019
Fara Williams and Rachel Yankey first inductees into WSL Hall of Fame

The Women's Super League Hall of Fame (WSL Hall of Fame) honours the leading association football players and coaches that have played or managed in the Women's Super League (previously known as the FA WSL; FA Women's Super League), the top level of the English football league system. Inaugurated in 2021, the Hall of Fame, was launched to coincide with the 10th anniversary of the league following its inception in April 2011. It is intended to recognise and honour players and individuals that who have contributed to the growth of the women's game in England and the WSL since its founding.

In September 2021, as part of the inaugural class of 2021, three players were inducted; Fara Williams, Rachel Yankey, Kelly Smith and one manager, Emma Hayes. The next year, a further three players were inducted.

Eligibility requirements

Those eligible for induction into the FA WSL Hall of Fame, include retired players, both active and retired coaches and active or retired match officials. The one thing they must all have "in common, is the positive impact and legacy" they have left on the league since the inception of the FA WSL in 2011. Their selected is only judged on their domestic performances in the FA WSL with no other competitions considered.

To assist the selection panel in selecting their inductee nominations, the following standards have been established:

  • Players - Players must have participated in the Women's Super League (WSL) for at least three years and have made a major contribution to the league, whether as a champion, a team leader, or an exceptional individual player (or via her individual performances / individual accolades).
  • Coaches - Coaches must have won a league championship or coached in the league for at least three years. The individual must have had a huge impact on the league, whether it was through winning the competition or nurturing new talent (youth development).
  • Officials - Officials must have contributed significantly to the league during their tenure as officials and to have upheld a high standard of refereeing to support the Women's Super League's standards, integrity, and professionalism.

Inductees

Karen Carney, inducted in 2022
Eniola Aluko, inducted in 2022
Year Player Pos. Years Clubs Achievements Ref.
2021 Fara Williams MF 2011–2021 Everton
Liverpool
Arsenal
Champion
Rachel Yankey FW 2011–2017 Arsenal
Notts County Ladies
Champion
Kelly Smith MF 2012–2017 Arsenal
Emma Hayes Manager 2012–present Chelsea Champion

Manager of the Season

2022 Karen Carney MF 2011–2019 Birmingham City
Chelsea
Golden Boot
Katie Chapman MF 2011–2018 Arsenal
Chelsea
Champion
Eniola Aluko FW 2012–2018 Birmingham City
Chelsea
Champion

Golden Boot

Players by nationality

As of October 2022 award
Nationality Players
England 7