The WPSL is also the largest women's soccer league in the United States, North America and the world with 130 active teams as of 2023.

[3] WPSL teams feature collegiate and post-collegiate players, who currently or previously played across all divisions of the NCAA, NAIA, and NJCAA.

Former players of the WPSL have taken their playing careers to the next level by signing professional in the NWSL and top leagues overseas.

Notable alumnae include Brandi Chastain, Kristine Lilly, Heather Mitts, Julie Foudy, Shannon Boxx, Alex Morgan and Leslie Osborne.

[12] On February 22, 2024, the league announced the first team signing a letter of intent for the 2026 season was Dakota Fusion FC.

[14] In July 2024, WPSL Pro announced their ninth LOI from a group led by Gina Prodan Kelly to bring a club to Northeast Ohio.

[15] WPSL Pro reached the milestone of their 10th LOI from Soda City FC from Columbia, South Carolina, in August 2024.

This partnership will have 8 of the 12 top GCPL teams form the Gulf Coast Conference for the 2025 season, allowing for the opportunity to participate in regional and national play-offs.