Two sources tell me NWSL is considering tournament format for one month this summer in controlled environment in greater Salt Lake City for all 9 teams. Unclear whether every owner is on board. Sponsors would help defray expenses. Few if any fans allowed. Live streams/TV.

My understanding is NWSL would utilize RSL Academy dorms adjacent to suburban training center, area hotels as well. Teams in restrictive home areas -- Sky Blue, Chicago, at least one other -- would be first to arrive in Utah.

Looks as if this tournament is a go. Awaiting official word. League asked teams to submit travel rosters/essential personnel. Virus testing to begin as early as this week. Event in Utah would probably take place late June-late July at Rio Tinto Stadium and/or RSL academy.

League owners have voted to approve the event, I'm told. Issues remain, however. Competition format: three groups of three. Eight of nine advance to quarterfinals. Single knockout matches.