Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. After the first round, teams will have three minutes to announce their pick or forfeit their selection during rounds two, three, and four. The NWSL draft was fast and furious, with two U.S. womens national team stalwarts changing clubs amid nine trades that took place during a roughly four-hour window Thursday night. 15: Gabby Robinson (defender/midfielder, West Virginia), No. If it officially happened at the draft, its in this piece. 10:38pm: NWSL coaches have wrapped their availabilities, and the lights are coming up in the convention center, so its time to call it a night. Spaanstra has long been considered a pro-level prospect with top-tier crossing ability, but its unclear how shell fit into Matt Potters 3-5-2 system (if he sticks with it for 2023). So I'm just happy to be a part of change and just be a part of history in the making.". The experience thus far is something I have been truly grateful for. While the Spirit have a lot of quality in attack, there arent a ton of players on the squad who consistently break central lines. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Training with the full team and being in that environment [last preseason], I thought, 'Wow, I can do this.' Angel City sent their No. Pick #30: Riley Tanner, Winger, Alabama How we got them. The signing of Bright allows Hines to play her in the midfield with the assurance that theres quality at the forward position. And he taught me so much in soccer, and I developed very well as a (striker) there. 10:06 pm ET, at 9:35 pm ET, at Destinies Fulfilled, Childhood Dreams Realized At The 2023 NWSL Draft. Turns out it was a decent gamble, as they were able to select a player high on their list, and that Mark Parsons is very familiar with, while saving some allocation money and pick wheeling and dealing for later in the round. I dont think it had anything to do with anything other than, these players now, they have needs, said Nahas. 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. What we dont see is her leading the line and playing on the back shoulder and trying to make runs., We see her between lines like she started to do at the end of her career, and what weve seen is this final pass and the ability to arrive late and score goals is special, and something we want to complement the great attacking players we have.. But in the third the Spirit came alive. 4: Jenna Nighswonger (attacking midfielder, Florida State), No. Forty-eight new players have been drafted into the league amid several bombshell trades. It could've happened if the Dodgers signed her husband. NJ/NY Gotham FC. Kuhlmann also had international success, becoming the first U.S. player to score a hat trick at the U17 Womens World Cup. WebRound by round results of the 2023 NWSL Draft, including rookie contract details. There were twelve trades made during the draft this year, which is a new record. "It was kind of unspoken, just but we're just, whatever happens happens," she said. But she's not getting caught up in that. 4:54 pm ET, NWSL Power Rankings: Thorns start out on top, NWSL offseason grades: KC Current only getting better, Morgan expects Wave to 'accelerate' in year two, Sam Mewis expected to miss World Cup for USWNT, NWSL expansion set for Utah, Bay Area and Boston, NWSL Draft: What to know about how the draft works, FIFA awards: Morgan second for best player, USWNT Stock Watch: Lynn Williams is rising, Huge World Cup tune-ups highlight Feb. schedule, NWSL investigation leads to serious suspensions, Durant Era in Phoenix has the air of inevitability, University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, 4. 18-year-old Alyssa As the National Womens Soccer League Draft enters its second decade, the rights to the No. Orlando Pride -- Kristen Scott, MID/FWD (University of Central Florida), 42. 1 0 https://t.co/evF7KgCjbS#RollTide pic.twitter.com/hmAuZq1Dct. Was it on her mind that KC almost won a championship last year? With the 10th pick, Kansas City takes winger/attacking midfielder Alexa Spaanstra from Virginia. "No, I knew if I looked back at her I would start crying even more and I was already too much (in) tears. Timeouts are three minutes long and cannot be "stacked." Diana Ordez, who was in the 2022 Golden Boot race as a rookie, has been traded to Houston for the eighth overall pick on Thursday and Houstons natural 2024 first round pick. I worked really hard to get to the place that I am right now. 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. Heres how you can get involved and help man the digital wall.. Nicole DouglasIm just hoping I can bring that attacking ability that I have, my dribbling skills and obviously scoring goals as well. Kansas City Current -- Gabrielle Robinson, DEF/MID/FWD (West Virginia University), 16. I learned a lot in waiting, during injury [and] during adversity, and I told myself when I got to this moment that I would enjoy it and be proud that I was even in a position to be drafted tonight., I walked in tonight having no idea what would happen. Teams can place eligible players on an Under-18 Entry List and they may be selected under specific criteria: Unlike last year, the 2023 draft does not feature expansion sides, and there are no compensatory picks in the draft. Gotham was involved in the aforementioned trade that sent the second overall pick to Kansas City in exchange for Williams. Keeping the ball rolling with all the moving picks Edwards will need molding but can be a big contributor. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. 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. Jenna Nighswonger, a finalist for the Hermann Trophy with Cooper after being named the ACC tournament MVP, went to Gotham with the fourth pick while Reyna Reyes, already a senior Mexico international, rounded off the top five, selected by the Portland Thorns. Angel City FC then traded Ryan's rights and $250,000 to Gotham FC in exchange for the No. WebThe Chicago Red Stars took part in the 2023 National Women's Soccer League Draft, tonight, selecting Penelope Hocking from Penn State University with their first round pick (seventh overall). For the 2023 draft the league introduced a new entry mechanism for players under the age of 18 who wish to enter the league. Welcome, @emilysonnett! Round Pick Team Player Pos Height Weight Country College Transactions . 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. The Spirit are a team that needs to improve after finishing second to last and Douglas has great movement that can help them do that. NJ/NY Gotham FC -- Iliana Hocking, DEF/MID (University of Arizona), 45. 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. 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. 11: Haley Hopkins (forward, Virginia), No. After the game, Pride Head Coach Seb Hines raved about the rookie. The 2023 NWSL Draft started at 6 p.m. Welcome, @emilysonnett! That 32nd pick was then traded, along with $30,000 in allocation money, to Houston for the 30th overall pick that they used on Alabama winger Riley Tanner. All 12 clubs will participate and there will be 12 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. Defender Emily Sonnett was traded to OL Reign for the 32nd pick and the Reigns natural first round pick next year. In a move specifically designed to draft 18-year-old Alyssa Thompson, Angel City FC shipped Yazmeen Ryan and a quarter-million dollars in allocation money to NJ/NY Gotham FC for the rights to the top pick. 8:48 pm ET, at first U.S. player to score a hat trick at the U17 Womens World Cup, newly hired Senior Director of Performance, Medical and Innovation, Friday Freedom Kicks: Bill Hamid to Dundee United, MLS opening weekend, fate of B&RU and more, Thursday Freedom Kicks: USWNT win SheBelieves, MLS expansion news, and more, Wednesday Freedom Kicks: New MLS playoff format, Berry to Atlanta, and more, Monday Freedom Kicks: D.C. United moves, jersey/stadium rankings & more. Teams will make their selections on Jan. 12, with NJ/NY Gotham FC getting the first pick. The 2023 NWSL draft is here, and before the event has even really begun, the league has already seen a flurry of trades. 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. While Douglas was more of a pure goalscorer throughout her college career tallying 60 goals and 21 assists at Arizona State its clear Parsons is most enthused about her overall potential to create chances. The Dash traded a pick in next year's draft and allocation money to make sure they could select Desiano immediately out of UCLA to close out the draft. It was a unique edition to the draft brought on by global circumstances and this year's 2023 draft includes new processes. 3 overall. Gotham is also interesting in their somewhat aggressive use of trades, but I agree with Steph: Nighswonger is a great pick for them. Chicago Red Stars -- Penelope Hocking, MID/FWD (Penn State University), 8. While they are coming in with just two selections in the four-round Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Washington Spirit -- Nicole Douglas, FWD (Arizona State University), 27. A local player stays in Florida to offer the Pride different looks. Kansas City Current -- Mykiaa Minniss, DEF (Washington State University), 36. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. 6-keys: media/spln/soccer/reg/free/stories_live-blog, By pressing sign up, I confirm that I have read and agree to the. Teams will have an exclusive signing window for respective players drafted during the NWSL draft. It's crazy how fast it's all happening. 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. It took a massive With the entry mechanism, there must be consent of the player and their parent or legal guardian. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. https://prosoccerwire.usatoday.com/lists/nwsl-draft-2023-picks-players-trades/, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy, No. ", "Next step is to go home, prep even more, get even more in shape, and then head to KC. 46: Natalie Viggiano (midfielder, Wisconsin), No. 28: Lyza Bosselmann (goalkeeper, Gonzaga), No. RAW: SOCCER: 18-YR-OLD IS YOUNGEST PICK IN NWSL DRAFT. ", On being able to watch NWSL for 10 years now, "Before this, I looked back at a couple of time capsules I made back in Girl Scouts in like second grade and it was like, 'What do you want to be when you grow up?' Fans outside the United States can watch the whole draft on NWSL.com and the leagues YouTube channel. But we have to find a way.". Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. Orlando, according to Hines, went into the 2023 NWSL Draft looking for solutions to that problem. NJ/NY Gotham -- Jenna Nighswonger, MID (Florida State University), 5. San Diego Wave FC -- Lauren Brzykcy, GK (University of California, Los Angeles), 34. 37: Civana Kuhlmann (forward, Colorado), No. Yep, it was Sonnett. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. Angel City FC -- Angelina Anderson, GK (University of California), 28. Here is everything you need to know. So we're just trying to soak in every moment that we could together.". 1 overall pick in the 2023 NWSL Draft. WebHouston acquired Ordez and the No. That's less about their draft picks, and more about the decision to trade Diana Ordoez to Houston. As the Spirits newly hired Senior Director of Performance, Medical and Innovation, Scott has been given the resources to build a staff of professionals to deliver individualized physical, medical and mental supports. Gambling problem? She'll also be reunited with her teammate Penelope Hocking in Chicago. Please check your email for a confirmation. 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. Orlando Pride -- Tori Hansen, DEF (University of North Carolina), 26. CBS Sports Poppy Miller will lead broadcast coverage alongside analysts Jordan Angeli, Jen Cooper, Lori Lindsey and Saskia Webber, as well as reporter Marisa Pilla. 41: Kristen Scott (winger, Central Florida), No. Monday Night Football prop bets for Cowboys vs. 8:20 pm ET, at ", "I was able to go visit (KC) this summer and be able to see what it was like out there. 1 overall pick changed hands last week. A team notorious for pulling off big moves to obtain higher picks (albeit under different management and leadership) sat out the first two rounds. ", RING RING @thekccurrent | @michelle1cooper pic.twitter.com/iRCBLZqPCa. If this does turn out to be Sonnett, it's definitely interesting in terms of overall value considering what first round picks have been going for this draft. I completely respect that., Nahas said that North Carolina couldnt make a deal just to make a deal, and that they sought out the best return for a player who scored 11 goals last season.On the business side of things, you have to make sure youre doing the right thing for your business.. 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. Teams can request up to three timeouts during the draft, all of which will be three minutes regardless of the round in which they occur. Her University of Virginia teammate Haley Hopkins had just been picked right after her, and that merited some applause before she answered questions, the first of which was centered on whether the pair discussed being drafted with each other in the lead-in to the main event. 19: Shae Holmes (defender, Washington), No. 7:09pm: Its back-to-back Cavaliers, as North Carolina takes UVA forward Haley Hopkins. Orlando Pride -- Summer Yates, MID/FWD (University of Washington), 40. This was part of the first deal with Orlando when Washington traded $75,000 of allocation money for their 29th and 34th picks. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. 1 overall by her hometown club, Angel City and became the youngest player ever drafted by the league. Im excited to be working with this staff and Mark. 2023 NWSL Draft: Portland Thorns select 4 players including defender Reyna Reyes with No. This video is no longer available. I had to hold them off for a little bit just so I can compose myself to come up here. Another keeper off the board as the Spirit trade up to take Bosselmann. Finally, they sent $25,000 in allocation money to Louisville to acquire the 40th overall pick. She spoke to reporters after stepping off the stage. 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. Forward Diana Ordez and the #30 pick go to Houston. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. ET on Paramount+ and CBS Sports HQ from with the first hour from 6 p.m. Thompson, a senior at Harvard https://t.co/phsSM3DqAO. Then, they turned the 29th pick and $30,000 more in allocation money over to Louisville to move up one spot to No. The Los Angeles team then traded Ryan and $250,000 in allocation money to NJ/NY Gotham FC for the No. Gotham FC then sent Chicago has been announced as on the clock, which is what was expected. https://t.co/T9wbWnxW9N#BoldTogether pic.twitter.com/LvIOCJWHAq. Pro Soccer Wire will be live in the room as it happens, reporting on all the comings and goings. I don't know what's gonna happen. Given all shes already been through, we cant help but root for a dramatic storybook turnaround to the stardom she deserves. Washington conducted a litany of deals to end up with six draft picks after walking into the ballroom with just two. 9:27 pm ET, at There will be protected period following the draft and the rights to any players selected in the NWSL Draft shall be assigned to the drafting club's College Protected List. Coverage of the draft will begin on CBS Sports Network and streaming on Paramount+ and CBS Sports HQ from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. 2 while the first defender off the board was Emily Madril of Florida State, who landed with the Orlando Pride at No. When you lose 23 goals in two players, it's not the most ideal thing. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. WebUSA TODAY - Seth Vertelney 5h. Moments later, Gotham selects Madrils Florida State teammate Jenna Nighswonger, adding to a midfield that includes Kristie Mewis and Victoria Pickett. 18: Jordan Silkowitz (goalkeeper, Iowa State), No. So, you know, with the likes of Messiah and Ally Watt, who also is lightning quick, weve got more of a threat in behind.. Racing Louisville FC -- Jaydn Edwards, MID/FWD (University of New Mexico), 30. I cant wait to see my development and give it my all for the club and our fans.. In their goal to pick up all the depth in the draft, the Spirit are adding their third forward of the round. The USWNT has a new superstar . 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. While she hasnt scored in her three appearances, she assisted Julie Doyle in the opening goal of the teams 2-0 win over the Kansas City Current on Feb. 23 in an open scrimmage. Mar 1, 2023 Updated 8 min ago. Angel City FC kicked off the 2023 NWSL Draft by selecting 18-year-old Alyssa Thompson with the No. 31: Riley Mattingly Parker (forward, Alabama), No. 2023 NWSL Mock Draft (Phuoc) 1. Most of them involved allocation money and picks moving up and down in the third and fourth rounds. For us we filled some big needs in other areas, and were working very successfully on areas in the backline that we feel are going to come off and help us in where we want to go., First things first, two integral pieces of the Spirits 2021 Championship Kelley OHara and Emily Sonnett are with new teams. Id love to pick his brain about whatever he thinks I can do to get better. #Pac12Soccer x @CUBuffsSoccer pic.twitter.com/Obx0Lhghv6. We havent seen anyone in this draft that has a final pass like her; and shes a goalscorer. The 2023 NWSL Draft takes place Thursday at 6 p.m. KC made a major move, trading USWNT forward Lynn Williams to Gotham FC for the second overall pick. The Gotham fans in the room who came down from north Jersey were shocked, and so was After two years of remote drafts due to the Covid-19 pandemic, NWSL is back to a traditional, in-person format, with the draft taking place in Philadelphia as part of the United Soccer Coaches convention. 9:43 pm ET, at And I think that Jerry Smith has just created such a championship culture at Santa Clara that is going to (be) emulated well over at Portland. 5 overall pick in the 2023 draft, their second round pick in the 2024 draft and $200,000 in allocation money to the Portland Thorns for Yazmeen Ryan. 0. I owe a lot to him and I have nothing but great things to say about my experiences at both Vanderbilt and Virginia. We see two of those staying as high players and then we see one actually being a number 8 and looking forward to talking more to that player about that position.. Sophie Hirst was Houstons first selection in the 2023 NWSL Draft. 6:04pm: The draft isnt actually underway, but we have one more massive trade before the first pick. 8:22 pm ET, at This is a pick that shows how deep the pool is as Hansen is UNC's first pick of the draft. That's the word I've been using for the past week. After trading Lynn Williams to Gotham, Kansas City used the No. 2 overall pick Michelle Cooper spoke to reporters after getting selected by Kansas City. Overseas viewers were able to watch the draft live, for free, on the NWSL's YouTube channel. 1 overall pick. The Current have taken not one but two goalkeepers in the draft. The best summary of the NWSL draft on a conceptual level came from Spirit fourth round pick Civana Kuhlmann: II walked into tonight having no idea what would happen.. So being able to live that out here in the NWSL, and this convention center, they've just done an amazing job, and it's super empowering.". "But as I moved on throughout different clubs and into college, being a professional soccer player has always been a dream of mine. She figures to be an understudy for Morgan Weaver, bringing energy, physicality, and goals to a team that has those in spades already. Apparently sparked by Graham still being available, the Spirit sprung into action and shoveled $25,000 in allocation money to Racing Louisville in exchange for the 40th pick. North Carolina was up next with the sixth pick, and had a bit of a surprise: they went for Notre Dame striker Olivia Wingate. GOAL has all you need to know about the 2023 NWSL Draft. And remember to check out "With the First Pick," our NFL Draft podcast that is now twice a week: every In the two biggest trades of the evening, Lynn Williams moves to Gotham FC, and Diana Ordonez moves to the Houston Dash. Enjoy some of her top saves throughout the historic season! The fourth round is seeing local scouting take hold. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. San Diego traded $100,000 to Gotham FC for the 13th overall pick. ", Having HER moment @Izzy_DAquila x #NWSLDraft pic.twitter.com/BiP0BN1WYb. With the 11th pick, North Carolina takes forward Haley Hopkins, from Virginia. 13: Sierra Enge (defensive midfielder, Stanford), No. PHILADELPHIA, Pa. It was a busy night for the Kansas City Current at the 2023 NWSL Draft. Here are your picks for the fourth round, with overall pick numbers in parentheses. "Super excited. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). Odds & lines subject to change. Portland Thorns - Lauren Debeau (Michigan State) OL Reign has acquired a player to be named later from the Washington Spirit. Chicago Red Stars -- Grace Yochum, MID (Oklahoma State), 15. Stroud really does feel like a more athletic version of Jared Goff another comp Dane has mentioned. The 2023 NWSL College Draft is scheduled for Thursday afternoon in Philadelphia, and it will be Angel City FCs second foray into the annual event. Portland Thorns -- Lauren Kozal, GK (Michigan State University), 33. Orlando Pride -- Messiah Bright, FWD (Texas Christian University), 22. The 24 hours leading up to the draft brought a flurry of trades, and even more came during the draft itself. 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. When people tell you the NWSL draft is chaotic, believe them. 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. So let's take a look at what's new to the 2023 draft and go over the rules and procedures. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. The Dash get one of the best goalscorers in the NWSL and the 30th overall pick here in Philly. 43: Sophie Jones (defensive midfielder, Duke), No. 30 overall pick in the draft from the Courage. traded the no. 9:23 pm ET, at Lyza Bosselmann came to play this season and didn't hold back in goal! 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. 6:16pm:Kansas City uses that pick to select Duke and U.S. Under-23 forward Michelle Cooper. Over 250 players registered for the draft this year, with incredible talent all across the board. Since the list of goalkeepers currently signed with the Spirit is Aubrey Kingsbury and 41-year-old Nicole Barnhart, Bosselmann will have the opportunity to prove herself a future starter. The 2023 NWSL Draft takes place Thursday at 6 p.m. The Courage and Dash have made a trade to kick off the #NWSLDraft that gives the Courage the eighth overall pick tonight and Houston's 2024 natural first round pick. Its also not everyday that a player drafted has their own EP available in the iTunes Store, so consider dropping $4.95 to cop Dandelion by Lady Blue to welcome Delaney to Washington, DC. Before speaking to reporters, Alexa Spaanstra had to wait. She has dazzling speed and bright future for country and club. If a team fails to make or forfeit its selection in that time, it loses the opportunity to make its selection for the round. 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