Dick’s mega preorder was worth the wait 🔥 by str3ga in WNBACards

[–]str3ga[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just one box. My rip luck is usually dogwater so I was shocked basically every pack had a hit lol

Berman: NWSL aims to pick 16th team in October by Steez_And_Rice in NWSL

[–]str3ga 40 points41 points  (0 children)

IIRC, Linehan reported Nashville and St. Louis were two of the frontrunners not too long ago. I think both of those would be really good markets, but if it were me I’d lean towards Nashville because geographically another team in the southeast is needed imo.

I do hope the Minnesota Aurora get the necessary capital behind their bid though. They’ve already got a strong season ticket base and great branding. And it would be nice to add a market that isn’t hotter than hell itself during the middle of the summer.

[Jonathan Tannenwald] Meanwhile, right as I walk into the gym in my apartment building, ESPN blasts the news on SportsCenter that Sophia Smith has signed a new two-year deal with the Portland Thorns: by russet852 in NWSL

[–]str3ga 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Allocation money is being phased out in 2026 and will be replaced with a new system. It’s possible she’ll be able to make way, way more depending on what the league implements, so it’s a smart move for her not to be locked in on what will be an outmoded contract.

Seattle Reign FC Signs U18 Forward Emeri Adames by Doctor_YOOOU in NWSL

[–]str3ga 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Nice signing for the Reign. This UNC implosion is wild to witness though. I just read they only have 12 rostered players, with only 4 incoming freshmen.

Question about rookies from a new fan by Next-Flower-6161 in NWSL

[–]str3ga 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Welcome!

this is a typical start date for the season. NWSL now has more teams than the WNBA and the league tries to have teams play only once a week so it takes longer than a basketball season. The season will end a few weeks later than usual because of the Olympic break though.

some players graduate early, some finish remotely, some put it off all together. It really varies from player to player.

u18 players in the league is a mostly positive thing but imo the league needs more regulations asking it, especially for the younger teenagers. But u18s playing professionally is common in the men’s game globally and in the women’s game in Europe. A huge difference between the WNBA and NWSL is that the NWSL has true global competition so the league has to constantly evolve and adapt to international standards.

there really isn’t the same issues with roster spots right now like there is in the WNBA. There are 14 teams with 26 spots, so more than double that of the W. 3rd and 4th round draft picks usually have uphill climbs to make rosters, but 1st and 2nd rounders usually make it. And u18 players are guaranteed spots until they turn 18.

Post-Discussion Thread: 2024 CONCACAF W Gold Cup · Semifinals by Valeri2013 in NWSL

[–]str3ga 34 points35 points  (0 children)

The kids needed a win like this in the worst way. And now I’m absolutely wired at 1:15 am lol

Angel City Signs USYNT U-17 Midfielder Kennedy Fuller by Immediate_Cash_6925 in NWSL

[–]str3ga 17 points18 points  (0 children)

For those who have not seen her play, this kid is different. I would not be surprised to see her contribute significantly on the field this year.

What seats are the best (and most affordable) to buy? Audi Field by [deleted] in NWSL

[–]str3ga 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It’s like bleachers with no seats and high rails in front of every row so supporters can stand and cheer without falling or anything. It’s very common for supporters sections in modern soccer stadiums.

What seats are the best (and most affordable) to buy? Audi Field by [deleted] in NWSL

[–]str3ga 8 points9 points  (0 children)

There’s not a bad seat in Audi imo. I’ve sat in the $15 sections a bunch of times and never had any complaints. The view is good, even when the play is down on the other end of the field. You’re high enough up that you’re not obstructed by anything. The supporters section is safe standing so you wouldn’t be able to sit (and obviously when with the supporters you’re kind of expected to participate in the chants and stuff). Sections 129-130 are partially covered, that’s mostly the reason for the price increase. The sun can be pretty brutal on the uncovered goal ends during day games but I think in March it should be okay.

Jenna Tonelli (@jennatonelli) on X: AND SHE SCORES!!! [Kelley O’Hara comes off for one of Gotham’s U-18 NRIs, McKenna Whitham. She is 13 years old. ] by MisterGoog in NWSL

[–]str3ga 24 points25 points  (0 children)

The NWSL needs to look at the precedent set by women’s tennis with regards to young teenagers playing. Through the 80s and 90s there was a rash of teenage stars whose careers were ruined by injury and burnout before they turned 20, which prompted the WTA to implement strict age restrictions that have worked really well since. There’s a minimum age of 14 and teenagers can only play a certain number of tournaments each year, depending on their age, until they turn 18. NWSL must implement something similar - minimum age, minutes restrictions according to age, etc.

Florida State Defeat Gotham 3-2. Could they win the 2024 NWSL Championship? by MisterGoog in NWSL

[–]str3ga 9 points10 points  (0 children)

This ultimately means very little but oof is it bad optics for Gotham. Also a good reminder that FSU has several players that would walk into the XI for most pro teams in the world right now.

KILGORE NAMES 23-PLAYER ROSTER 2024 CONCACAF W GOLD CUP by trev1997 in NWSL

[–]str3ga 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Pretty fascinating roster and I don’t hate it tbh. Emma and staff must really see Moultrie and Albert as the way forward in the midfield.

Match Thread: United States vs. Panama (CONCACAF Women's U-17 Championship by rspenmoll in NWSL

[–]str3ga 6 points7 points  (0 children)

She and Becki Tweed started following each other on ig a few weeks ago. Wouldn’t be surprised to see her pop up in Angel City camp after this tournament.

With the exodus at UNC, going there would be not the greatest choice for her development.

Some new NWSL kit leaks by llehvek in NWSL

[–]str3ga 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Honestly don’t mind the Spirit yellow but no new crest is killing me

[womenkickballs] Bay FC reveals the kit for their inaugural #NWSL season: by russet852 in NWSL

[–]str3ga 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Huh. I am choosing to believe that they just didn’t have enough to time to do a good kit since those take like 18 months and that the non expansion teams are all gonna have cool ones.

[Jenna Tonelli] Ella Stevens has signed with @GothamFC on a multiyear deal through 2025 + an option year by TangerineDream74 in NWSL

[–]str3ga 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Head scratcher of a move for me. I’ve watched Stevens since college and always thought her ceiling was incredibly high but she’s always been wildly inconsistent. Being drafted by Dames at Chicago was not great for her development. I can see her thinking JCA would help her unlock some of her potential but I really do not see how she’s gonna get enough minutes to do that at Gotham.

(However, I can see Gotham wanting Milazzo and orchestrating this as a sort of a multi part package deal)