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

Boston’s NWSL expansion team unveiled its new name and branding on Tuesday to a slew of mixed reviews, including one from Mass. native and recently retired USWNT midfielder Samantha Mewis.

We fully acknowledge that the content of the campaign did not reflect the safe and welcoming environment we strive to create for all,” the team said.