Cindy Parlow Cone: podcast appearances and interviews

Cynthia Marie Parlow Cone, born on May 8, 1978, is an American soccer executive and the president of the United States Soccer Federation. She is a former professional soccer player and has achieved notable success as a two-time Olympic Gold medalist and a 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup champion. Parlow Cone's leadership extended beyond her playing career when she served as head coach of the Portland Thorns FC in 2013, leading the team to victory in the inaugural National Women's Soccer League championship. Her involvement in soccer governance includes service on U.S. Soccer's Referee Committee, Medical Advisory Committee, Appeals Committee, Athletes’ Council, and Youth Task Force. She was elected interim vice president of U.S. Soccer on February 16, 2019, and was re-elected in February 2020 for a four-year term. Following the resignation of Carlos Cordeiro in March 2020, Parlow Cone was named president of U.S. Soccer. In February 2022, she secured a full four-year term as president, confirming her leadership role within the organization. Parlow Cone's contributions to soccer have been recognized through her inductions into several halls of fame, including the National Soccer Hall of Fame in 2018, the Tennessee State Soccer Association Hall of Fame in 2019, and the Memphis Sports Hall of Fame in 2019.