July 18, 2022 – National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) – San Diego Wave FC News Release
SAN DIEGO, Calif. – San Diego Wave Fútbol Club has announced the signing of 17-year-old midfielder and U.S Youth National Team star, Jaedyn Shaw, through 2023 with no option year.
“I believe wholeheartedly in the development and investment in young players, and as a club, we are passionate about giving them the platform to perform. We are extremely excited to sign Jaedyn. She has a very bright future, and I look forward to working with her and supporting her pathway to the highest level.”
Casey Stoney, San Diego Wave FC Head Coach
Shaw, who will turn 18 in November 2022, had the strong desire to turn professional as soon as possible and forgo her NCAA eligibility. Due to her unique circumstances, the NWSL opened the Discovery Process for Shaw rather than require her to wait until the 2023 Draft.
“First, I want to thank the Washington Spirit for providing me a professional training environment for the past 6 months,” Shaw stated about her move. “I am very grateful for their support. I also want to thank the NWSL for facilitating a pathway for me to join the league and start my childhood dream of becoming a professional soccer player.”
“I couldn’t be more excited to join San Diego Wave. I’m looking forward to learning from Casey Stoney and the staff while helping the team continue to win games and hopefully bring home a championship in the club’s inaugural year!”
Jaedyn Shaw, San Diego Wave FC Midfielder
Shaw is a starter for the U-20 USYNT, where she recently scored two goals in three matches to help her squad win the Sud Ladies Cup in Aubagne, France. The Texas native joined the Washington Spirit for preseason in Spring 2022, furthering her development in a professional environment. At the age of 15, Shaw was also invited to train with the French first-division club, Paris Saint-Germain FC. At the youth level, the up-and-coming midfielder played for FC Dallas and most recently for Solar Soccer Club.
San Diego Wave FC has a proven environment for youth and future professionals. Already regularly welcoming local youth players into Wave FC training sessions, Head Coach Casey Stoney has seen success with developing rising talents in the United Kingdom and started playing professionally herself at a young age. Additionally, numerous San Diego first-time pros have earned ample playing time in 2022 with four rookies starting in eight games or more. This milestone puts San…