DWS in the Pros Update – July 19

DURHAM, N.C. — As the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) season hits the Olympic break, it is time for another Duke women’s soccer in the pros update.  The Blue Devils feature 14 former student-athletes competing in the professional ranks across the world.  Eight are playing in the NWSL, while six are overseas.  During the Olympic Break, the NWSL gets set to start the NWSL X LIGA MX Femenil Summer Cup this weekend. 

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 one of the squads’ key performers. The forward has played in 13 out of 15 matches so far this season and started in eight of her appearances, including her last two games played. Stevens continues to be an offensive weapon for Gotham FC. She has been one of the top scorers on the team, recording five goals and three assists, including two of these assists in her last two matches against Angel City and Seattle. Stevens has scored or assisted in six out of the last eight matches.  She scored both goals for the team and played 86 minutes in Gotham’s 2-0 victory against Bay FC on May 24.  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 fourth place with a record of 9-3-4. Stevens looks forward to continuing her outstanding season with Gotham after the break.

Gotham FC will next face the Chicago Red Stars on July 20 at 5 p.m., on CBS Sports Network and Paramount+.

 

 

Quinn – #5 Seattle Reign FC (NWSL)

Since coming back from injury June 16, Quinn has made their presence known. The midfielder has started every match since returning to the pitch. Quinn has been a prominent playmaker for Seattle Reign, earning an accurate passing percentage of 81.0 percent and even earned player of the match in Seattle’s June 30 draw against Gotham FC. In other exciting news, Quinn has the honor of representing Canada for the third…