Orlando Pride Appoints Mark Wilson as Club's First-Ever Technical Director

Wilson will lead the Pride's technical operations, player development, and global recruitment strategy.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 10:24pm

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The Orlando Pride has hired Mark Wilson as the club's first-ever technical director, a newly created role designed to strengthen the Pride's long-term sporting vision, player development pathways, and global recruitment strategy. Wilson will work closely with the club's technical operations, including scouting, talent identification, performance infrastructure, and alignment across the Pride's senior team and emerging player pipeline.

Why it matters

This appointment is a significant step for the Orlando Pride as they continue to invest in building a sustainable, championship-caliber environment. The technical director role is essential to the club's growth, and Wilson's leadership and experience will help ensure the Pride continues to attract world-class talent and compete for trophies.

The details

Wilson joins the Pride after being appointed the first-ever technical director for Angel City FC in 2024. He holds a Master of Science degree in Sports Directorship and has held coaching positions for the New York Red Bull USL 2 team and the Colorado Rapids Women's WPSL team, most notably taking the Rapids Women to a WPSL national final in 2022. He also served as the Head of Education for the Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club, creating a robust talent ID and development methodology and strategy for both coaches and players.

  • Wilson was appointed the first-ever technical director for Angel City FC in 2024.
  • In 2022, Wilson took the Colorado Rapids Women's WPSL team to a national final.

The players

Mark Wilson

The new technical director for the Orlando Pride, with over two decades of experience across elite football environments. He has held coaching positions for the New York Red Bull USL 2 team and the Colorado Rapids Women's WPSL team, and served as the Head of Education for the Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club.

Caitlin Carducci

The vice president of soccer operations and general manager for the Orlando Pride, who will work closely with Wilson as the club continues to invest in building a sustainable, championship-caliber environment.

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What they’re saying

“We are thrilled to welcome Mark to the Pride. His experience across top-level environments, combined with his passion for development and his strategic approach to the game, makes him the ideal person to lead our technical staff.”

— Caitlin Carducci, Orlando Pride VP of Soccer Operations & General Manager

“Joining the Orlando Pride at this moment in the club's history is an incredible opportunity. The Pride has built a strong foundation, and I'm excited to help grow the technical side of the organization even further, while still maintaining its continued success.”

— Mark Wilson, Orlando Pride Technical Director

What’s next

The Pride will work closely with Wilson to implement his vision and strategies for the club's technical operations, player development, and global recruitment.

The takeaway

The appointment of Mark Wilson as the Orlando Pride's first-ever technical director is a significant step in the club's ongoing efforts to build a sustainable, championship-caliber environment. Wilson's extensive experience and strategic approach will be crucial in helping the Pride continue to attract top talent and compete for trophies.