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Richardson native, MLS standout becomes Dallas Trinity FC Manager
By Charles Nichelson at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local
· July 3, 2026
· 3 min read
Lee Nguyen is back in North Texas. The former US Men’s National Team midfielder and NWSL championship-winning coach is now leading Dallas Trinity FC.
Nguyen has been coaching in the National Women’s Soccer League, including helping Trinity Rodman and the Washington Spirit capture the 2021 NWSL...
Key takeaway Nguyen has been coaching in the National Women’s Soccer League, including helping Trinity Rodman and the Washington Spirit capture the 2021 NWSL Championship.
Why this matters in Frisco News
The appointment of Lee Nguyen as Dallas Trinity FC Manager brings a level of excitement and local pride to the North Texas soccer community. As a Richardson native and product of the Dallas Texans youth soccer program, Nguyen's return home is a testament to the region's ability to produce top-tier talent. His experience coaching in the National Women's Soccer League and playing in Major League Soccer will undoubtedly bring a new level of expertise to the team. The fact that Nguyen has already shown a commitment to investing in local players and coaches, as evident from his time coaching girls' teams for the Dallas Texans during the pandemic, bodes well for the development of homegrown talent. With Nguyen at the helm, fans can expect a renewed focus on building a strong, community-driven team that showcases the best of North Texas soccer.
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Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Local ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Lee Nguyen is back in North Texas. The former US Men’s National Team midfielder and NWSL championship-winning coach is now leading Dallas Trinity FC.
Nguyen has been coaching in the National Women’s Soccer League, including helping Trinity Rodman and the Washington Spirit capture the 2021 NWSL...
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