Saturday, May 18, 2013

BOYDS, Md. – Undaunted by their inability to find the net in the first half, the Washington Spirit Reserves resilience paid off with two second-half goals to top the Virginia Beach Piranhas Saturday night at the Maryland SoccerPlex. The final 45 minutes became the ‘tale of two Ashleys’ as goals by both Ashley Herndon and Ashley Spivey proved enough to best the pesky Piranhas.

With the looming threat of heavy rains throughout the Washington DC metro area for much of the day, the Spirit Reserves expected sloppy conditions for Saturday night’s match. However the weather seemed to spare the Maryland SoccerPlex, as field conditions remained ideally cool and dry throughout the evening.

As they did the previous Saturday, the Spirit Reserves surged forward offensively for much of the first half, launching numerous attacks at the Piranhas back line. Despite surrendering 12 Washington shots, the Virginia Beach defense held firm with the addition of several quality saves from Piranhas keeper Lauren Vetock.

With the match still scoreless, the second half began with some early pressure from the visiting Piranhas and Washington goalkeeper Didi Haracic was called upon twice to keep Virginia Beach off the scoreboard. The Spirit Reserves then regrouped and found their legs to resume pressure on the Piranhas net.

Washington forward Herndon broke the deadlock in the 48th minute after collecting an errant pass near midfield. Herndon drove forward down the left side and tucked her shot low and true, scoring her second goal in as many weeks on the season.

University of Maryland product Spivey entered the match midway through the second half and wasted little time on making her presence known. After beating her defender on the far side, Spirit forward Amber Stobbs slotted a nifty pass across the Virginia Beach box to the crashing Spivey. The Washington forward drilled her shot untouched into the Piranhas net in the 73rd minute for the 2-0 victory.

“We showed great character and energy in keeping a very hard working Piranhas team quiet last night,” said head coach Mark Parsons. “It was very pleasing to see we are improving on the ball and creating chances.

“A full team performance from all the players was key in our first important win of the season.”

The Spirit Reserves make the short trip south next week to face the Fredericksburg Impact on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27th.  Kickoff is set for 5 p.m. at the Fredericksburg Field House stadium. Washington returns home the following weekend to host the North Jersey Valkyries on Saturday, June 1st at 4 p.m. That match will be held as a special event at Liberty High School in Bealeton, Virginia. 

Pali Blues News Release - www.bluessoccerclub.com

Saturday, May 18, 2013

PACIFIC PALISADES, Calif. – The Pali Blues dropped their 2013 W-League season-opener 2-0 vs. the LA Strikers on Saturday. Jaime Bell and Leandra Walker scored as the Strikers opened the season with a victory.

The Strikers came out strong, earning their first good opportunity in the ninth minute when forward Ann Tangorra fired a shot from inside the penalty box. Blues goalkeeper Anna Picarelli was unsettled and rose to the challenge to keep the Strikers off the board. Three minutes later, Vitoria Boardman took with a hard shot on target from outside the box. Picarelli made the initial block, and then grabbed the rebound before the Strikers could capitalize.

The Strikers finally got on the board in the 25th minute when Kristy Krohn fed a ball through to Bell, who faced Picarelli and beat her with a shot to the far post.

The Blues had their first real chance in the 31st minute off a corner kick. Defender Sasha Andrews found the ball at the back post and just missed the header by a few inches. The Blues had one more opportunity to equalize, but Megan Borman could not get a good shot off as Ryan Torrero was coming in to close her angle. The ball rolled out of bounds.

Pali opened the second half with another opportunity off a corner kick. Andrews hit a downward header that almost bounced in, but Torrero got a hand on it to keep it out. The defense then cleared it away at the line.

Neither team created major chances until the 83rd minute when Picarelli made two huge saves to prevent the Strikers from extending their lead. The game started getting physical thereafter, as the Blues fought for the equalizer.

The Strikers then scored again in the 89th minute. Walker unleashed what looked like an attempt to cross the ball, but instead it sailed toward the top left corner of the goal and bounced in off the inside of the post, producing the final margin.

The Blues will next travel to the Bay Area to take on the Breeze on May 31. They will return home to host the Colorado Rapids on Thursday, June 6 at Occidental College.

Seattle Sounders Women News Release - www.sounderswomen.com

The battle between the Blues and the Strikers will begin at 10 p.m. ET at Palisades High School. Fans can purchase tickets by visitingbluessoccerclub.com/tickets or calling 310-777-7897. 

Fredericksburg Impact News Release - fasaimpact.com

Friday, May 17, 2013

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. - The Fredericksburg Impact will complete a three-game road trip to start their W-League season this weekend when they travel to New York to take on the Long Island Rough Riders Saturday and the New York Magic Sunday.

Fredericksburg opened the season last Saturday in Virginia Beach, Va., falling 2-1 to the Piranhas. Kara Blosser got on the end of a corner kick by Kimmy Cummings early in the contest before the hosts rallied for the win. Blosser, a central midfielder, was named to the W-League Team of the Week for her efforts.

The Impact started a young team in the match, with high school junior Halle Parker playing the entire game at sweeper against Virginia Beach’s high-octane offense. Fellow high school teammate Sydney Wallace, a sophomore, also saw action late in the match as Fredericksburg searched for a game-tying score.

Fredericksburg created many chances throughout the game, but were unable to put them away, which is something Coach Rich Stoneman said the team will need to improve on going forward.

“I think our conference in the W-League is probably the hardest, and our girls got a taste what they did, can and will be able to do moving forward,” he said. “I think they are hungry to be able to travel this weekend and put together a full 90 minutes [in both games].”

Saturday’s game will be the season opener for Long Island, which finished the 2012 season with a 9-4-0 record. The Rough Riders reached the Eastern Conference semifinals last year as the Northeast Division champion, but fell 4-0 to the Charlotte Eagles.

Long Island will be led by Grace Hawkins and Sue Weber. Hawkins was named W-League MVP in 2012 and has a knack for finding the net after leading the league in both points with 38 and goals scored with 17. Weber is a two-time W-League Defender of the Year winner, who returns to the team after taking off the 2012 season for maternity leave.

Coming off a tough 2012 campaign where they finished with a 3-7-2 record, the Magic (1-0-0) opened their season last Saturday with a 2-1 upset victory against the Washington Spirit Reserve at the Maryland SportsPlex.

In the contest, Brittany Pfaff set up Lorena Maggio for the game-tying goal, before scoring the game-winner in the 86th minute as New York tallied twice in the final 15 minutes for the victory. Pfaff was named the W-League Player of the Week for her performance, while teammates Maggio and defender Kelsey Hegg earned Team of the Week honors.

“We expect both teams to be solid,” Stoneman said. “The New York Magic upset the Washington Spirits, which won last year’s Atlantic Division. It’s going to be like a fight in these two matches, and after 90 minutes, we’ll see who’s left standing.”

After the opening loss, and heading into their first home game at Fredericksburg Field House on May 27, Fredericksburg’s players obviously would like to bring home a couple of wins, and hope another week of practice under their belt will be the difference.

“These practices we had this week have set us up going forward,” said midfielder Kimmy Cummings, who returned to the Impact this year after playing with the team in its inaugural season in 2011. “Last weekend we played, we were a little rusty but it wasn’t that bad at all. We’ve got some experience on our team, and we are looking for those girls to step up and make this weekend successful.”

The ability for the Huskies to transition from rivals to teammates in the span of a week, exemplifies the important relationship the Sounders Women have developed with collegiate players.

University of Washington Head Coach and Sounders Women Technical Director, Lesle Gallimore, said, “The W-League and specifically the Sounders Women, has played a key role in the development of many of my players at Washington over the years. It is key for top college players, with eligibility remaining, to have an environment to play in during the off-season.”

Of the handful of players returning to the Sounders Women this season, the group of Huskies make up the majority. While the 2012 squad included the likes of famed soccer stars, Alex Morgan and Hope Solo, their moving to the National Women’s Soccer League has given way to opportunities for a new generation of players.

"Last year we were playing alongside the best of the best. Although it was a dream, I was a little hesitant whenever I stepped on the field because I didn’t know what to expect," midfielder Elston, said. "This season, largely due to my experience last year, I have a lot more confidence in who I am as a player.”

The confidence and experience Elston gained with the Sounders Women last year, translated into a breakout season with the Huskies in 2012. Lindsay led UW in shots (77), points (27), assists (5) and goals (11).

Elston’s success in front of the goal can be attributed to the support from fellow midfielders Beahan and Farrell. Beahan was a solid player for both the Sounders and Huskies in 2012. She started in 20 out of the 21 games for UW, and recorded two goals for the Sounders Women. Farell also had an impressive rookie season at UW, starting in 19 games, and earning herself an invitation to the U-20 Youth National Team camp this past spring.

While the Huskies will be well represented up front, defender Sittauer and goal keeper Kufeld, will look to rejoin the Sounders defensive efforts. In 2012, Sittauer made her debut on the Sounders backline playing in 12 games, and showed her ability to get forward in the attack- leading the Sounders with three assists.

“Playing for the Sounders last season was one of my favorite experiences and I grew so much as a player," Sittauer said. "The team this year is looking very competitive and I’m excited to be challenged once again.”

Kufeld rejoins the Sounders after an impressive showing in last Friday’s match with the Huskies. After a second half dominated by the Sounders Women, Kufeld recorded a total of 13 saves to secure a 1-1 tie. Although the game could be described as a battle, all of the players agree that this type competition is essential to success.

“The energy, enthusiasm, competition, and talent at training and in the exhibition matches has been outstanding," Kufeld said. "I can just feel that the team is ready to go, and hopefully we will make our mark on the W-League this season.”

The UW players return in time to compete in the final preseason match against the Vancouver Whitecaps at 7:30 p.m. at Starfire Sports Stadium, before season play kicks off on May 27th. Tickets for this match and the rest of the season are currently on sale on SoundersWomen.com.

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New Jersey Wildcats News Release - www.njwildcats.com

Friday, May 17, 2013

LONG BRANCH, N.J. - The New Jersey Wildcats continue to build a talented roster as the team prepares for its 2013 W-League season opener Wednesday night at The College of New Jersey, hosting the New Jersey Valkyries at 7:45 p.m. The Wildcats made official on Thursday the addition of playmaking striker Daija Griffin, a Piscataway native who is headed to play for the University of South Carolina this fall.

"We look for Daija to add great pace and playmaking ability to our offense this season," Wildcats head coach Kevin McDermott said. "She is a great addition to our team, and we expect her to make a big impression for us. We are very happy to have Daija on board."

Griffin is a 2013 graduate of Piscataway (NJ) High School, earning four consecutive varsity letters while playing for the Chiefs. During her time in high school, she compiled a long list of accolades, including National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA) All America honors as well as being named the No. 10 player in the state by TopDrawerSoccer.com. Additionally, she was acknowledged as the Greater Middlesex County (GMC) and All-Area Player of the Year while playing for Piscataway High School. She also led her team to four straight GMC Finals, including a championship in 2011.

Griffin was similarly successful at the club level, winning two US Youth Soccer Association (USYSA) National League crowns and three Premier League titles.

No stranger to the organization, Griffin recently helped McDermott and the NJ Wildcats Lady Strikers-ASL side to the 2013 US Club State Championship this past weekend.

Griffin will join the Wildcats Wednesday night for the opener at Lions Stadium at The College of New Jersey in Ewing. Tickets for all Wildcats home matches are now available and can be attained by calling 732-298-7619. Individual game tickets as well as team and family packages are available.

The New Jersey Wildcats played their debut season in the W-League in 1996 and have competed every year since. The team compiled a 41-1 regular season record from 2004-06, winning regular season titles in 2004 and 2006 while taking the W-League championship in 2005. Following the 2005 season, the Wildcats were named the USL Franchise of the Year. After the completion of the 2008 season, USP Soccer headlined a new ownership regime for the Wildcats, and the team received postseason bids after each of its first three seasons with the group at the helm. The Wildcats are one of the longest running franchises in women's soccer history, with the team kicking off its 18th year of play this summer in the W-League.

Charlotte Lady Eagles News Release - www.charlotteeagles.com

Thursday, May 16, 2013

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - The Charlotte Lady Eagles are ready to begin their 2013 season on the road Saturday as they travel to face the Atlanta Silverbacks at Atlanta Silverbacks Park. The Lady Eagles are eager to start strong and clinch three points in the opener.

The Silverbacks are coming off of a 2-0 victory against the Carolina Elite Cobras, with both goals being scored by returnee Rachel Garcia.

Lady Eagles Head Coach Lee Horton is back on the sideline for his 14th season.

"We are a new group, a young team, and we expect to come out with lots of energy and begin our drive to the playoffs," Horton told the team after Monday's practice.

The Lady Eagles are building cohesion and learning to work hard and play together as new players are reporting to the team.

The Lady Eagles are led by returning players Amanda Naeher, Macky Wingo and Gloria Douglas in the attacking positions. Leah Fortune returns in midfield, and the defense is anchored by goalkeeper Robyn Jones, 2012 W-League Goalkeeper of the Year finalist. Other players to watch are forward Jamie Achten, outside player McCallie Jones, and defender Maddie Boone.

Newcomers Jamie Achten and Alison Braun have played alongside Fortune and claimed a national title at Lee University. McKenna Martin and Jordan Hatler join the squad from Baylor University and are expected to make a an impact this season. North Carolina natives Chloe McCleary-Small, Rachel Stelter and Kristin Horton will also represent the Lady Eagles this summer.

Charlotte was 9-1-2 last season, falling in the conference final against the D.C. United Women (now Washington Spirit Reserves). This season the Lady Eagles are hopeful of going even further in the playoffs.

W-League News Release

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

TAMPA, Fla. – The W-League announced its Team of the Week for the first week of the 2013 season today, honoring New York Magic – F.A. Euro forward Brittany Pfaff as Player of the Week after she led the Magic to an upset win on the road against 2012 conference champions the Washington Spirit Reserves.

Pfaff, preparing for her senior season at Siena, started the Magic comeback when she set up fellow Team of the Week selection Lorena Maggio for the tying goal in the 75th minute at the Maryland Soccerplex. Pfaff then finished the upset with an 86th-minute goal to capture the three points.

Magic defender Kelsey Hegg was also chosen after leading the defense in the win during a light opening weekend of W-League action. Joining her on the backline are Nataly Arias of the Atlanta Silverbacks, who anchored the defense in a 2-0 win at Carolina Elite, and Virginia Beach’s Jessica Kalongi, who recorded a pair of shots in a 2-1 victory against the Fredericksburg Impact.

Joining Maggio in the midfield are Fredericksburg’s Kara Blosser, who scored the opening goal in the loss against Virginia Beach, and Washington’s Hayley Siegel, who was strong in a losing performance vs. New York. Atlanta’s Carolyn Campbell got the nod in goal as she made eight saves to notch the shutout at Carolina.

Rounding out the forwards are Virginia Beach’s Shan Jones, who scored the game-winner vs. Fredericksburg, and Atlanta’s Cherie Sayon, who tallied both of her team’s goals to take the early scoring lead.

The W-League ramps up this weekend with 11 of 25 teams in action in a seven-game slate. Teams playing their 2013 W-League openers include 2012 finalists the Pali Blues (Saturday vs. LA Strikers) and the Long Island Rough Riders, who play host to the Fredericksburg Impact on Saturday.

W-League Team of the Week

Honorable Mention – Carolina Elite – India Trotter; Virginia Beach – Esther Anyanwu; Washington – Tiffany Brow, Meghan Cox.

VSI Tampa Bay FC News Release - www.vsi-fc.com

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

TAMPA, Fla. – VSI Tampa Bay FC is proud to announce the addition of Portugal National team midfielder Andrea "A-Rod" Rodrigues to its W-League team, pending USSF approval.

Rodrigues recently completed her senior season at the University of Central Florida, helping the Knights to the Conference-USA title and a spot in the NCAA Tournament’s final eight.

The St. Petersburg, Florida native participated in several U-19 and U-20 national team camps and made her senior international debut in June of 2010 representing Portugal in a 1-0 win against Slovenia. In February of 2011 she scored two goals and had an assist in a UEFA qualifying match against Armenia, a 6-0 win. Rodrigues was Portugal’s top scorer in the 2013 Euro qualifiers with four goals.

The talented footballer has balanced her UCF and international commitments well. Rodrigues excelled athletically and academically at UCF, being named to the 2011-12 Conference USA Commissioner’s Academic Honor Roll. She also was a key contributor on the field for UCF, starting career-high 19 matches for the Knights in 2011 while scoring a goal and tallying three assists.

After her time with the Knights, Rodrigues was invited to preseason with the Boston Breakers of the National Women’s Soccer League, and was rostered for preseason matches against Boston College and Sky Blue FC in March.

Rodrigues and the VSI Tampa Bay FC W-League team will open their 2013 season Friday when they welcome the Carolina Elite Cobras to Plant City Stadium at 5 p.m. ET. 

VSI Tampa Bay FC News Release - www.VSI-fc.com

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

TAMPA, Fla. – VSI Tampa Bay FC announced that former American college and professional soccer midfielder Stacy Bishop has signed with the team for the 2013 W-League season, pending USSF approval. Bishop, a native of the Tampa area who last played for the Atlanta Beat of Women's Professional Soccer, will make her debut for VSI Tampa Bay FC this season.

Bishop has experienced success at every stop in her career. She played for Land O' Lakes high school and led it to the state title in her senior year. She still holds the all-time scoring record for Pasco County with 192 goals.

After high school Bishop accepted a scholarship to Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where she played for the Tigers in 2003-04. After her sophomore year, she transferred to the University of Florida and played for coach Becky Burleigh's Gators in 2006 and 2007.

Bishop was recognized as a first-team All-American and a Mac Hermann semi-finalist in 2006. In both 2006 and 2007, she was an Academic All-American and a first-team All-Southeastern Conference (SEC) selection. She was named 2007 SEC Tournament MVP.

Bishop made 10 appearances for the Boston Breakers in 2009, and signed with the Atlanta Beat for the 2010 WPS season. She appeared in every game for the Beat in 2010 and ranked in the top five in minutes played.

With such a storied career, Bishop joins VSI Tampa Bay FC for the 2013 season and will suit up alongside former teammates as the squad chases the Southeastern Conference title. VSI opens its 2013 season Friday when hosts the Carolina Elite Cobras at 5 p.m. at Plant City Stadium.

Washington Spirit Reserves News Release - www.washingtonspirit.com

Sunday, May 12, 2013

BOYDS, Md. – The Washington Spirit Reserves failed to hold a one-goal lead against the visiting New York Magic, surrendering a pair of goals in final 15 minutes to fall 2-1 on a stormy evening at the Maryland SoccerPlex. Magic forward Brittany Pfaff knocked home the game winner in the 86th minute to doom the Washington W-League side.

Numerous area thunderstorms forced stadium and field closures throughout early Saturday evening, pushing kickoff to 6 p.m. Despite the delay, things could not have started better for the home side Spirit Reserves in the opening minutes of the match. Washington grabbed the early lead in the sixth minute when forward Tiffany Brown turned with the ball in the Magic box and flicked it over to speedy teammate Ashley Herndon. Herndon blasted her shot from close range untouched into the upper part of the New York goal for the 1-0 lead.

The Spirit Reserves peppered New York for much of the first half, outshooting the Magic 10-3. However, Washington was unable to solve the Magic defense to find the net and the half finished with the single-goal lead.

The second half began much like the first, but as time wore on New York found itself creating more and more chances. The Magic had a golden opportunity in the 71st minute, however Washington goalkeeper DiDi Haracic snuffed out the point-blank shot to preserve the slim lead.

The Magic evened things in the 75th minute when forward Brittany Pfaff slotted the ball through the middle for New York substitute Lorena Maggio to finish. Eleven minutes later Pfaff took matters into her own hands to break free near midfield and race in on the Washington goal. Pfaff’s low shot found the back corner of the goal to earn the 2-1 victory for the Magic.

The Spirit Reserves remain home next week to face the Virginia Beach Piranhas on Saturday May 18. Match time is set for 7:00 p.m. at the Maryland Soccerplex.

Fredericksburg Impact News Release - www.FASAimpact.com  

Monday, May 13, 2013

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. - The Fredericksburg Impact has announced that three University of North Carolina-Greensboro standouts, including two New Zealanders, will join the W-League squad in 2013. Georgia Brown, Rebecca Burrows and Jesse McGinley will help the Impact contend for the Northeastern Conference title.

New Zealand will see two of its own on the pitch in 2013 as Brown and Burrows make their United States playing debuts. Both Brown and Burrows last played together on the U-20 New Zealand National Team and their club team, Three Kings United.

A new signee for UNCG, Brown helped the National Team win its qualifying round for the 2012 World Cup as it defeated Papua New Guinea, New Caledonia and Samoa. Brown scored twice as the team advanced to Japan where it took on the world’s elite in August’s FIFA U-20 World Cup.

Burrows has also competed intenationally, including two World Cups, in her young career. She helped New Zealand advance to Japan in 2012 and also played in three matches for the U-17 team in 2010. She will also join UNCG in the fall.

A midfielder from Auckland, N.Z., Burrows helped win consecutive Auckland Provincial Championships and was named the most-valuable-player of the round of 16 at the NZSS Premier Tournament while scoring a hat trick against Palmerston North.

Together, Burrows and the Brown won the ASB National women’s knockout cup four times with Three Kings.

Impact Head Coach Rich Stoneman said he can see the potential in his two newest signees after a week of practices.

"Georgia has a lot of upside to her game," Stoneman said. "Right now her strengths are her size and her speed. She can play outside right back, center mid and outside mid. Her work rate will be a tremendous plus for our team and Rebecca will be a true freshman this season at UNCG, and the fact she is here in the United States at this stage shows her maturity. Her work rate alone in the midfield and getting the ball forward will be a key to our success this summer.”

Along with the Brown and Burroughs, UNCG freshman goalkeeper Jesse McGinley will join Fredericksburg for the upcoming season.

A California native, McGinley played in two games in the fall of 2012, tallying 60+ minutes and making two saves. She made her collegiate debut in the second half against the University of North Carolina-Asheville, making one save, and also saw action against Stanford, making another save.

A two-year letter winner at Truckee High School, McGinley started every game as a freshman and won back-to-back state championships. She was honored as second team all-league and also received an all-state honorable mention in her freshman and sophomore years.

McGinley is the third goalkeeper on the 2013 Impact roster that can expect to see considerable playing time.

Stoneman has watched McGinley in practice the first week and thinks he has a good idea what she may bring to the Impact roster.

“She’s a goalkeeper that came to us and we expect her to thrive in the situations put forward to her," Stoneman said. "We are looking to get her some game experience in the W-League and make her a better keeper moving forward.”

Pali Blues News Release - www.bluessoccerclub.com

Saturday, May 11, 2013

LOS ANGELES. – The Pali Blues are pleased to announce the full list of players who will compete for the club’s third W-league title. The Blues are set to begin the 2013 season on Saturday, May 18, against the LA Strikers.

The first group of players to sign with Pali this year was a quarter of UCLA Bruins - Samantha Mewis, Sarah Killion, Abby Dahlkemper, and Jenna Richmond. Among the other Bruins is Caprice Dydasco, who was added shortly after. Mewis and Killion most recently won the U-20 FIFA World Cup with the US in 2012.

Naimo has also added USC standouts Autumn Altamirano, Megan Borman, and Elizabeth Eddy, plus one of the most talented players in Trojan soccer history, Ashley Nick, who graduated in 2008, as well as 2010 and 2011 alumnae Kasey Johnson and Ashley Freyer.

Pepperdine’s Roxanne Barker, also on the South African national team, and Lynn Williams, who led the team in scoring last year, will also suit of for the Blues this season.

Naimo has also recruited collegiate talent from outside the Los Angeles area. Stanford standout and U-20 World Cup champion Chioma Ubogagu will join the squad along with UNC’s Satara Murray, Virginia’s Makenzy Doniak, Michigan’s Maddie Clarfield, and Wake Forest’s Katie Stengel. In addition, Florida State’s Jamia Field returns for a second season after having played for the Blues in 2011.

This year’s young players are mixed with a solid group of veterans. Italian national team goalkeeper Anna Picarelli returns for her third season and defender Sasha Andrews, formerly of the Canadian national team, will play her fourth season for the Blues. Another player returning to Pali is Mele French who was part of the 2008 championship team.

First-year Blues Diana Redman of the Israeli national team and Edite Fernandes of Portugal also come in with a lot of experience to help a young team achieve the ultimate goal of winning the league championship.

2013 Roster:
Goalkeepers: Roxanne Barker, Maddie Clarfield, Anna Picarelli

Defenders: Sasha Andrews, Abby Dahlkemper, Caprice Dydasco, Elizabeth Eddy, Ashley Freyer, Kasey Johnson, Satara Murray

Midfielders: Autumn Altamirano, Megan Borman, Sarah Killion, Samantha Mewis, Ashley Nick, Diana Redman, Jenna Richmond

Forwards: Makenzy Doniak, Edite Fernandes, Jamia Fields, Mele French, Katie Stengel, Chioma Ubogagu