The team was launched at a press conference held at Lake Eola Park in Downtown Orlando on October 20, 2015.

Orlando will also receive top priority in player discovery and the waiver wire.

[4] Win Draw Loss It was announced on February 17, 2016, that the Pride would open their inaugural season on the road on April 17 at Portland Thorns FC, and would host Houston Dash for their home opener on April 23.

[5] The Pride's "local opponent" by league definition is the Houston Dash.

Orlando Pride home matches are being called by Orlando City play-by-play announcer Jeff Radcliffe and color commentator Becky Burleigh, head coach of the Florida Gators women's soccer team.