The Women's Professional Football League (WPFL) was established in 1999 as a semi-professional American football league for women. It aimed to provide female athletes with the opportunity to compete at a high level while promoting women's sports. The league featured teams across the United States and allowed women to showcase their skills in a traditionally male-dominated sport. The WPFL operated until 2009, when it ceased operations due to various challenges, including financial difficulties and competition from other leagues. Despite its closure, the WPFL played a significant role in paving the way for future women's football initiatives, such as the Women's Football Alliance and the Legends Football League.