When Boston soccer fans think of prominent local figures, few garner more respect than former US women’s national team midfielder Sam Mewis.

The National Women’s Soccer League expansion team in Boston has apologized for a “Too Many Balls” marketing campaign that draw a harsh reaction from the transgender community and others.

Boston’s National Women’s Soccer League team is apologizing after the launch of the club’s name announcement – specifically the branding associated with it – fell flat for many fans.