DWS in the Pros Update – June 11

DURHAM – Duke women’s soccer features 12 former Blue Devils competing in the professional ranks across the world.  Seven are playing in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), while five are overseas.  See below how the Duke standouts are performing on the pitch. 
 
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Ella Stevens –  #13 NY/NJ Gotham FC (NWSL)
Since joining NJ/NY Gotham FC, in January, Ella Stevens has been tearing it up on the field. The forward has played in nine out of 11 matches so far this season and started in five of her last six appearances. Stevens’ contributions have been key to the team’s success. She’s been on fire as of late, scoring four goals over the last four games. She scored both goals for the team and played 86 minutes in Gotham’s recent 2-0 victory against Bay FC. On May 19, she also netted the game-winning goal against her former club, the Chicago Red Stars, securing a 2-1 win for Gotham FC. Stevens played a crucial role as well in Gotham’s April 28 match against Racing Louisville FC, assisting on the game-tying goal. Additionally, Stevens has been effective on the defensive end, recording seven tackles and two interceptions so far this season. NY/NJ Gotham FC is having a strong season, sitting in fifth place with a 6-2-3 record. Stevens looks forward to continuing her outstanding season with Gotham as it gets ready to take on Racing Louisville FC on June 15 at 12:00 p.m.
 
Quinn – #5 Seattle Reign FC (NWSL)
Seattle Reign has felt the absence of Quinn’s defensive presence on the field. Quinn has been sidelined with a knee injury since Reign FC’s April 27 match against NC Courage. Prior to the injury, Quinn was demonstrating their defensive ability, recording five tackles and one interception. They appeared in all five of Seattle Reign’s matches before April 27, starting in three of them. Seattle Reign is eager to get Quinn back in the lineup. If they are able to recover in time, Quinn has the chance to represent Canada in the Olympics. Seattle Reign’s next game is Sunday June 16, at 4:00 p.m. against the Portland Thorns.
 
Lily Nabet – #28 Angel City FC (NWSL)
Lily Nabet has appeared in seven matches so far this season, starting in five of them. The 24-year-old has proven to be effective on both sides of the ball. Offensively, Nabet is a talented passer, with an impressive passing accuracy of 80…