With a record 12 trades during the draft, the Washington Spirit were able to take control of the draft in the third round after the North Carolina Courage used their draft capital to amass four first-rounders. (Gotham is a winner in this deal, too.). Washington conducted a litany of deals to end up with six draft picks after walking into the ballroom with just two. Leave a comment below. The fourth round is seeing local scouting take hold. I love the Spirit roster, the youth of it, I think they just want to get after it, I think young payers do want to get after it, theres a freshness to it and I think its gonna go great, Im really excited.. Please check your email for a confirmation. Draft day often includes trades with swapping of picks and player movement. DeMarco played five seasons for the Demon Deacons, playing 74 games and starting 69, as she scored 11 goals and seven assists in There were twelve trades made during the draft this year, which is a new record. 9:23 pm ET, at 10:23pm: OL Reign have since confirmed that they did in fact acquire Emily Sonnett in a third-round trade with the Spirit, with the USWNT defender being the player to be named later.Pro Soccer Wire will have more on that trade, including perspective from Washington coach Mark Parsons, in the near future. Defensive midfielder that will add some bite, which is to say a very San Diego sort of defensive midfield presence. Nicole DouglasIm just hoping I can bring that attacking ability that I have, my dribbling skills and obviously scoring goals as well. ", "If you look at where she is and her ability to play off the back shoulder, her ability to engage center backs, her ability to penetrate, be on the back end of certain things. Kuhlmann tore her ACL in 2019, then had a meniscus repaired, in 2021 she had surgery on her right hip, and in early 2022 she had an operation on her left hip. Forward Diana Ordez and the #30 pick go to Houston. All trades must be approved by the League before they are official and announced to the public. ET to 7 p.m. PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 12: A general view during the 2023 NWSL Draftat the Pennsylvania Convention Center on January 12, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Heres how you can get involved and help man the digital wall.. I played against Alex Loera in the defense at Kansas City. Current manager Matt Potter on Michelle Cooper training with KC over the summer, "Having Michelle there for a period of time allowed her to basically spend some time with the players and get to see how we do things in terms of how we coach, but we also got to see the side of her on a day to day basis, how she trains, what's her attitude, what's your learning ability. 1 overall pick. Mark ParsonsWe think were gonna be OK at developing players, and to get people that have the right mindset to take advantage of the environment were going to build is key. If Kuhlmann can stay healthy, this could be quite an addition. San Diego Wave -- Sierra Enge, DEF/MID (Stanford), 14. 8:17 pm ET, at Overseas viewers were able to watch the draft live, for free, on the NWSL's YouTube channel. #gozags #wcc #ncaasoccer pic.twitter.com/58WLwxLC6f. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Just Womens Sports keeps track of everything that has happened so far.. Jan. 12 Washington Spirit make several moves Portland Thorns FC -- Lauren DeBeau, MID/FWD (Michigan State University), 25. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the 2023 draft was the first to take place in-person since 2020, when it was held in Baltimore. Given his quotes above, no surprises for guessing which one. Gotham was involved in the aforementioned trade that sent the second overall pick to Kansas City in exchange for Williams. ", Current GM Cami Levin Ashton on trading Lynn Williams, "That's always the tough part of this job, in making decisions at the end of the day. NWSL Draft 2023: Prospects, order for clubs and where to watch https://prosoccerwire.usatoday.com/lists/nwsl-draft-2023-picks-players-trades/, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy, No. There (have ben) so many different leagues. Coopers signing was announced Thursday by the Current, with whom the forward from Duke spent a week in training last summer. Was it on her mind that KC almost won a championship last year? How the Kansas City Current landed Debinha, the NWSLs top free agent, Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs QB, to join NWSLs Current ownership group, NWSL bans Paul Riley, Christy Holly and others following joint investigation, Being a citizen or permanent resident of the United States or a foreign national who is currently or was enrolled at a university in the United States during the 2022-23 academic year; and, Being an individual who has exhausted, lost, or renounced their remaining college eligibility during the 2022 calendar year, including high school graduates choosing to forego college eligibility; and, Turning at least 18 years old on or before Jan. 1, 2023; and. This video is no longer available. Bright has played extensively during the preseason, starting up top for the Pride. Angel City FC secured the No. Yep, it was Sonnett. OL Reign -- Shea Holmes, DEF (University of Washington), 20. Washington made a deal with OL Reign to send Emily Sonnett for Seattles 32nd pick and their Teams should submit their pick as soon as it is prepared and per official rules teams should not hold picks until the selection clock time expires if the pick is ready prior to clock expiration. The "Trades" section of the 2023 NWSL Draft's Wikipedia page is just absolutely bewildering. Current betting big on No. I know that this organization will make me a better player and continue to develop my skills.". The Spirit are making up for their lack of a first round pick by owning the third round to improve depth across the board. North Carolina received Houstons No. The player would be required to register for a subsequent NWSL Draft in order to play in the league in the season following the NWSL Draft. Either way, theres a good chance Youngs odds rise to -300 ($300 wins $100) or higher in the next few weeks. North Carolina was up next with the sixth pick, and had a bit of a surprise: they went for Notre Dame striker Olivia Wingate. And he taught me so much in soccer, and I developed very well as a (striker) there. North Carolina Courage -- Clara Robbins, MID/FWD (Florida State University), 10. But I mean, hey, you got to start somewhere. Kansas City Current. Feb 25 2023 Anna Heilferty Will miss the 2023 season with season-ending knee injury. Another incredible trade, which took place on the night, saw the Kansas City Current acquire the second pick from Gotham in exchange for USWNT star Lynn Williams. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Before speaking to reporters, Alexa Spaanstra had to wait. 9:27 pm ET, at There will be 48 total picks (four rounds of 12 selections) from the pool of eligible players who have registered and been vetted by the league. Then, the Spirit tacked on another $30,000 to that 32nd pick and sent it to Houston for the 30th pick. Angel City FC kicked off the 2023 NWSL Draft by selecting 18-year-old Alyssa Thompson with the No. Most of them involved allocation money and picks moving up and down in the third and fourth rounds. Transferring to UVA and playing for one of my favorite people, Steve Swanson, and he's been a crucial role in where I am today and this opportunity and being here tonight. 8:41 pm ET, at 6:04pm: The draft isnt actually underway, but we have one more massive trade before the first pick. The 2023 NWSL Draft saw California high school forward Alyssa Thompson go first overall to Angel City FC thanks to a series of wild trades made in the days leading up to the draft. The January event is the first big date of the year for the league, with pre-season camps following later in the month, as the division's 12 clubs select the best talent in the U.S. college system. Thompson forward, Harvard-Westlake Prep/Total Football Academy, Messiah Bright forward, Texas Christian University, Michelle Cooper forward, Duke University, Izzy DAquila forward, Santa Clara University, Emily Madril defender, Florida State University, Jenna Nighswonger forward/midfielder, Florida State University, Alexa Spaanstra forward, University of Virginia. 0. Im here to develop and grow and listen to my staff members and the veterans on this team and so I cant wait for that moment., Ashley [Sanchez] and I are long-term best friends, honestly, and I dont think we could have dreamt this up. The Courage used the pick they got in that deal to pick Cal defender Sydney Collins, a very different player. Prior to that, she was named the 2019 Big 12 Championship Offensive MVP, a 2019 United Soccer Coaches Second Team All-Midwest Region selection, and a 2019 First Team All-Big 12 player. The Red Stars are getting a technical midfielder who can add a lot if she's able to translate. Every pick, trade, and move from 2023 NWSL draft. Her size and power allow her to go up against any defender in the NWSL, while her speed allows her to keep up with Doyle and Watt on counter attacks. A team may offer a Standard Player Agreement, trade the player's rights to another Team, or waive the player's rights. Keeping it brief here: NJ/NY Gotham FC traded winger Paige Monaghan, $150,000, and a 2023 international roster slot to Racing Louisville to get the fourth overall pick, then traded the 13th overall pick to the San Diego Wave for $100,000 in allocation money. 46: Natalie Viggiano (midfielder, Wisconsin), No. Names to know for the 2023 NWSL Draft by Travis Clark December 23, 2021 Last weekend, the 2022 edition of the NWSL Draft took place. The Current have taken not one but two goalkeepers in the draft. 32: Lauren Kozal (goalkeeper, Michigan State), No. The 510 Gonzaga Bulldog started and played all 18 games of the Zags 2022 season, leading them to a total of ten shutouts. The signing of Bright allows Hines to play her in the midfield with the assurance that theres quality at the forward position. The Spirit turned two picks into six and theres a lot to talk about. She started 19 games, scored 12 goals and dished 6 assists. 7: Penelope Hocking (forward, Penn State), No. 6:27pm: Orlando selects defender Emily Madril, the subject of some intense interest if the rumor mill in the convention center is to be believed. Kuhlmann decided to go back home to Colorado for her final year of eligibility and play for the Buffaloes. North Carolina traded Diana Ordez and the 30th overall pick to Houston to acquire the eighth overall pick, the Dashs natural 2024 first-round pick, and $100,000 in allocation money. They then, as previously discussed, traded Sonnett to the Reign for the 32nd overall pick and the Reigns natural first-round pick in 2024, only to flip the 32nd pick and $30,000 in allocation money to Houston to acquire the 30th overall pick. Email; On Jan. 5, Angel City F.C. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. ", On being part of the first draft class entering NWSL after they announced systemic reforms, "I think a lot of organizations go through a lot of problems. 39: Summer Yates (midfielder/forward, Washington), No. Making a trade & back on the clock! 0. Teams were looking to trade up, but the Pride reinforce their defense with a center back who possesses the range of passes they need to become the possession-oriented team coach Seb Hines says he is looking to build. SHARE How Alyssa Thompson became the youngest draft pick in NWSL history CLOSE. This was part of the first deal with Orlando when Washington traded $75,000 of allocation money for their 29th and 34th picks. Angel FC: Alyssa Thompson, F, Total Futbol Academy If youre going to spend $450,000 in allocation money, that player has to be transcendent. 45 overall) Wave FC traded away their top two natural selections the 1st Round pick in the trade to acquire Abby Dahlkempers rights, and the 2nd Round pick in the trade to get Jodie Taylors rights. Kansas City Current -- Jordan Silkowitz, GK (Iowa State University), 19. and some teams are more willing to take on player development than others. I'm walking into an amazing organization where the fans are, I think, the best in the NWSL. Chicago had an even bigger shock, as they ignored their desperate midfield needs to select Penn State forward Penelope Hocking. January 13, 2023 11:00 AM PHILADELPHIA (Jan. 13, 2023) - With the upcoming season just months away, the 2023 National Womens Soccer League (NWSL) Draft took place Thursday evening during the United Soccer Coaches Convention at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. But in general, these are some of the players expected to go high in the NWSL draft, with Alyssa Thompson expected to go at No. When people tell you the NWSL draft is chaotic, believe them. I cant wait to see my development and give it my all for the club and our fans.. Parsons seemed confident about potential incoming players along the backline, so well have to wait and see how the defense comes together over the coming weeks. Parsons threw a bit of a curveball with this answer since Delaney played in midfield and defense throughout her college career at Duke. This caused the entire draft to grind to a halt, but the Spirit went from getting next to nothing out of the draft to making some major moves for the future, and probably the present. 45: Giovanna DeMarco (defensive midfielder, Wake Forest), No. Washington made a deal with OL Reign to send Emily Sonnett for Seattles 32nd pick and their natural first round pick in the 2024 NWSL Draft. Ordoez may well have requested the move herself, but the combined loss of her and Debinha for this team is going to leave a massive gap to fill, especially on the goal-scoring front. Sonnetts' inclusion shows why a first round pick needed to be included in the deal but this will leave big shoes to fill in Washington. Chicago Red Stars -- Allison Schlegel, MID/FWD (Penn State University), 24. "But as I moved on throughout different clubs and into college, being a professional soccer player has always been a dream of mine. Another keeper off the board as the Spirit trade up to take Bosselmann. They then announced yet another trade, acquiring the 32nd overall pick and OL Reigns natural first round pick in 2024 for a player to be named later (a player rumored to be Emily Sonnett). The Dash get one of the best goalscorers in the NWSL and the 30th overall pick here in Philly. OL Reign have made very few roster moves so far this off-season. Teams will have an exclusive signing window for respective players drafted during the NWSL draft. Kansas City picked up midfielder/defender Gabrielle Robinson at No. I said: professional soccer player. The Orlando Pride announced the signing of forward Messiah Bright this afternoon to a three-year deal, lasting through 2025. 9:46 pm ET, at 2 pick Michelle Cooper with draft-day trade. The NWSL Draft took place on Thursday in Philadelphia, and some teams mightve walked away better off than others. 9: Clara Robbins (midfielder, Florida State), No. The Spirit will also recieve the Reign's natural first round pick in the 2024 NWSL draft. After the game, Pride Head Coach Seb Hines raved about the rookie. Defender Emily Madril signed with the league prior to the NWSL Draft, leaving Tori Hansen, Summer Yates, and Kristen Scott as the Prides remaining unsigned draft picks. In exchange, OL Reign has traded the 32nd overall draft pick in the 2023 NWSL Draft and its natural first round pick in the 2024 NWSL Draft. North Carolina Courage -- Haley Hopkins, FWD (University of Virginia), 12. WebHouston acquired Ordez and the No. A team notorious for pulling off big moves to obtain higher picks (albeit under different management and leadership) sat out the first two rounds. 2023 NWSL Draft: What to know The biggest story in the lead-up to the NWSL Draft is Angel City FC trading up to get the No. 6:57pm: The draft is moving with, by NWSL draft standards, swiftness. Gotham FC then sent Only 18, the Los Angeles native is expected to contribute right away and has unlimited potential if Angel City are able to develop Thompson well. Their father, Denny Hocking, played Major League Baseball for 13 years for the Rockies, Royals and, of course, the Twins. Stroud really does feel like a more athletic version of Jared Goff another comp Dane has mentioned. 1 to Angel City FC, per a report by the LA Times. I had to hold them off for a little bit just so I can compose myself to come up here. 42: Rylan Childers (attacking midfielder, Kansas), No. Angel City FC selected 18-year-old high school phenom Alyssa Thomson with the No. Did you see your mom celebrating in the audience? ", RING RING @thekccurrent | @michelle1cooper pic.twitter.com/iRCBLZqPCa. Here is everything you need to know. Angel City FC then traded Ryan's rights and $250,000 to Gotham FC in exchange for the No. Orlando Pride -- Summer Yates, MID/FWD (University of Washington), 40. The Thorns made two late-round trades with Houston: they traded the 36th overall pick and $20,000 in allocation money to acquire the 32nd overall pick, andalso sent the 48th overall pick to Houston to acquire the Dashs natural 2024 third-round pick and $10,000 in allocation money. Chicago Red Stars -- Grace Yochum, MID (Oklahoma State), 15. While the Spirit have a lot of quality in attack, there arent a ton of players on the squad who consistently break central lines. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. 8:04pm: North Carolina coach Sean Nahas has done his availability with reporters, a signal that theyre calling it a night. If drafted players are waived and not selcted off waivers by a diffferent club, the player becomes discovery eligible. The North Carolina Courage made four picks in the first round of the NWSL Draft. The NWSL draft is officially here, with the leagues 12 clubs set to make their selections Thursday ahead of the 2023 season. The Washington Spirit have been central to the chaos this time acquiring OL Reign's third round pick and their natural first round selection in exchange for a player to be named later. Racing Louisville FC -- Jaydn Edwards, MID/FWD (University of New Mexico), 30. Alyssa Thompson opted to forgo college in order to declare for the NWSL draft, where she was selected No. A polished center back, Hansen can help lead the back line while also being a threat from set plays. 3: Emily Madril (center back, Florida State), No. Heres where the Spirit starting mashing the chaos button. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. She's great around the goal, and that's what we need. Bright offers something the Pride are missing with their other attacking options. The Red Stars need attacking players and they're getting one in Schlegel. Teams with clear needs have thrown a lot of resources at them and the Current are no different selecting another center back who will fight for a starting role. A midfielder that can be a big addition to the Pride, it was a surprise to see Yates slide this far. NJ/NY Gotham FC (acquired in draft day trade with Racing Louisville), Each team is limited to two Under-18 players between its senior roster and the Entry List, Players must be signed to a guaranteed contract within 30 days of being placed on the list and the contract term must run through the season in which the player turns 18, Players will occupy a full roster spot and may be placed on or called up from the list at any time during the season, Players may not be waived or traded until the player has turned 18 or the team has received consent from both the player and parent or legal guardian, Players may not be selected in the expansion process, Players must reside with a parent or legal guardian until their 18th birthday, Players must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States, Under-18 Entry List slots are not tradeable. And I loved it. 14 pick of the evening, Grace Yochum, is the. Well, ACFC will be central to the proceedings. Shes got her back to goal, which can link players underneath, but also that fear factor of threatening in behind. Fans can watch the draft across CBS platforms beginning at 6 p.m. I was maybe hoping a little that Spirit would get their hand on me, but overall I didnt know what was going to happen tonight., I come with a lot of experience, [I] played for multiple great teams, and a lot of those teams came with some of the best competition, not only in the U.S. but around the world. ET. Houston Dash -- Jyllissa Harris, DEF/MID (University of South Carolina), 23. Portland selected Alabamas Reyna Reyes with the fifth pick, and while Reyes (who has four caps for Mexico) is reputed as a left back, she has serious versatility. Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. She'll also be reunited with her teammate Penelope Hocking in Chicago. 26: Nicole Douglas (forward, Arizona State), No. 34: Lena Silano (forward, Long Beach State), No. Both the 2021 and 2022 editions were done virtually. Being an ex defender, its not always nice to defend against either. But what we knew and felt from OL Reign is they really believed and were invested in this, and they were going to give Emily the opportunity she deserves., We tried to overcommunicate previously, we tried to be clear on this challenge we have, but its tough. While they are coming in with just two selections in the four-round 5 pick adding depth to championship roster Updated: Jan. 12, WebAngel City FC selected 18-year-old forward Alyssa Thompson as the first overall pick on Thursday in the 2023 NWSL draft. To wrap up the night, we've found out the full details of the Spirt's trade with OL Reign and it's a big one. 3 overall. OL Reign has signed forward Megan Rapinoe to a new contract through the 2023 season, the NWSL club has announced.Rapinoe will return to the Washington club for an 11th consecutive season, and is one of just 10 players who have played in all 10 NWSL seasons.Im back, Seattle! With Messiah, she brings pace and power. Thompson, a senior at Harvard-Westlake in Los Angeles, becomes the first high schooler to be drafted in the No. 4: Jenna Nighswonger (attacking midfielder, Florida State), No. The Dash traded the No. 48 into a 3rd rounder + $10k is blowing my mind rn https://t.co/T6leUvUnVN. Teams will make their selections on Jan. 12, with NJ/NY Gotham FC getting the first pick. We're thankful, and we thank Lynn for everything and all her contributions to the team. The draft will get underway at 6:00pm Eastern, with the first hour being broadcast on CBS Sports Network. All Rights Reserved. Teams with international keepers continue to add depth for the World Cup. If a team fails to make or forfeit its selection in that time, it loses the opportunity to make its selection for the round. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Get to Know the Rookies - Round 4. Stanford was basically fielding a mini national team at some point, and I learned how to grind through tough times honestly so I think I bring a lot of character, patience, hard work and willingness to get after it., I cant wait to work with all of the Spirit staff, I truly think they have some of the best of the best over there and theyve done a lot of great work to get some amazing individuals there. In a normal draft, a high schooler going first overall would've been the wildest thing to happen, but in this 2023 NWSL draft, it was anything but normal. 22: Jyllissa Harris (defender, South Carolina), No. turning pick no. This is a pick that shows how deep the pool is as Hansen is UNC's first pick of the draft. In their goal to pick up all the depth in the draft, the Spirit are adding their third forward of the round. WebLatest News. 9:59 pm ET, at North Carolina Courage -- Olivia Wyngate, FWD (Notre Dame University), 7. She's at a young age, she's very family oriented, and we felt that we had to make the best deal possible for her. Portland flipped the 48th pick to previous trade partners the Houston Dash for a 3rd round natural pick in next years NWSL draft along with $10,000 of that allocation money the Thorns sent the Dash previously. 24: Lauren DeBeau (midfielder/forward, Michigan State), No. 2 overall pick Michelle Cooper spoke to reporters after getting selected by Kansas City. Lyza Bosselmann came to play this season and didn't hold back in goal! Moments later, Gotham selects Madrils Florida State teammate Jenna Nighswonger, adding to a midfield that includes Kristie Mewis and Victoria Pickett. We havent seen anyone in this draft that has a final pass like her; and shes a goalscorer. The Reign are figuring out who are depth players that can contribute during the World Cup and this is another name to look out for there. With their five picks, the Pride drafted three forwards and two defenders which helps to shape up the defensive issue of letting in 45 goals, which was second-highest in the league behind Gotham FCs 46 goals allowed. Back to back picks from Alabama as their strong season is being rewarded. In the first round, teams will have five minutes to announce their picks. The entire draft will be streamed on Paramount+ and CBS Sports HQ. Then, they turned the 29th pick and $30,000 more in allocation money over to Louisville to move up one spot to No. It feels very strange to be on the other side of the world instead of in the ballroom, but here's some snap reaction to the first round after catching up from the USWNT media event here in Auckland, New Zealand: The team standing out to me right now remains Kansas City. 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