A first call-up to the U.S. Women’s National Team in May was just reward for Portland Thorns defender Nikki Marshall’s progress, and as her daunting initiation back in college showed, she is no stranger to stepping up when called upon.
For Washington Spirit and U.S. Women’s National Team goalkeeper Ashlyn Harris, creative expression is everything, and much like her tattoos and fashion choices, music can paint the picture of who she is more aptly than words ever could.
Chicago Red Stars’ Julie Johnston has been admirably handling the switch to professional status so far in the National Women’s Soccer League, and her undeniable on-field understanding with a certain teammate holds one magical memory in particular.
A fresh start has perhaps arrived much sooner than anticipated for recent Houston Dash signing Kaylyn Kyle, but alongside new beginnings for the Canadian international there is always room for a throwback here and there.
A player familiar to many in women’s soccer, forward Ella Masar is helping to create the opening scenes of the Houston Dash story, and the script so far has captured her like no other.