Tag Archive | NWSL Challenge Cup

Sky Blue FC Re-Signs Midfielder Kenie Wright for 2021

Sky Blue FC has signed midfielder Kenie Wright to a new contract for the 2021 National Women’s Soccer League season. Terms of the deal include a one-year contract with a second-year option. The Mount Laurel, N.J. native was selected with overall pick number 29 out of Rutgers University in the 2019 NWSL College Draft. She made five […]

NWSL Announces Innovative 2021 Competition Framework

The National Women’s Soccer League today announced a new competition framework to be debuted in 2021, expanding opportunities for the athletes of the NWSL to showcase the most exciting, most competitive women’s professional soccer league in the world. “2021 is shaping up to be another big year for the NWSL as we continue to innovate […]

Washington Spirit Midfielder Rose Lavelle named to 2020 NWSL Challenge Cup Best XI

Washington Spirit midfielder Rose Lavelle has been named to the NWSL Challenge Cup Best XI. The Best XI, which was announced at halftime of the Challenge Cup final between Chicago and Houston, was determined by a vote that polled the media, fans, players and coaches. This is Lavelle’s second straight Best XI honor after also being named […]

Sky Blue Defeats the Houston Dash 2-0 to Move Into Second Place in the NWSL Challenge Cup Table

Sky Blue FC defeated the Houston Dash 2-0 Wednesday night in the third NWSL Challenge Cup preliminary round match, which was presented by Provident Bank. Forward Paige Monaghan and midfielder Nahomi Kawasumi both found the back of the net, helping the team secure its first win of the tournament. The win moves Sky Blue into […]

VIDEO: Washington Spirit Training Report 6/15

Washington Spirit fans are encouraged to check out the following video as Members of the team speak out about their training and the NWSL Challenge Cup. Featuring thoughts from Paige Nielsen, Meggie Dougherty Howard, Ashley Hatch, and Jordan DiBiasi For more information on the Washington Spirit fans are encouraged to click on the video seen here: […]