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Chicago Red Stars Re-Sign Forward Sarah Griffith

January 14, 2025 - CHICAGO - The Chicago Red Stars have announced the club has re-signed forward and Chicagoland native, Sarah Griffith, to a short-term contract through June 30, 2025. Griffith's professional career began when she was drafted by her hometown club in 2022. After making her Red Stars debut April 30, 2022, she finished her rookie campaign with two goals and an assist. In 2023, the forward started in three of her 6 regular-season appearances for Chicago, recording one assist and 260 minutes played. 2024 saw Griffith record thre... Full Story

Seattle Reign FC Original Lauren Barnes Signs New Contract

January 14, 2025 - SEATTLE, WA. - Seattle Reign FC and defender Lauren Barnes have agreed to a new one-year contract, bringing back the free agent for her 13th year with the club. Since 2013, Barnes has played in 232 of the club's 252 regular season matches. "We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Lu Barnes back to the Reign this season," said Seattle Reign FC General Manager Lesle Gallimore. "From the very beginning, Lu has been the heart and soul of this club, and her legacy here is unparalleled. As a world-class defender and leader in the... Full Story

NC Courage Acquires USWNT Midfielder Jaedyn Shaw from San Diego Wave

January 14, 2025 - CARY, N.C. (Jan. 14, 2025) - The North Carolina Courage have acquired U.S. Women's National Team midfielder Jaedyn Shaw via trade with San Diego Wave FC, the club announced on Tuesday. Shaw is under contract through the 2026 NWSL season. In exchange for the 20-year-old international rising star, the Courage sent $300,000 in allocation money, an international spot for the 2025 and 2026 NWSL seasons, and $150,000 in intraleague transfer fees to San Diego. The Courage could send up to an additional $75,000 in 2025 allocation... Full Story

Orlando Pride Transfers Goalkeeper Sofia Manner to AFC Toronto

January 14, 2025 - ORLANDO, Fla. - The Orlando Pride has transferred goalkeeper Sofia Manner to AFC Toronto of Canada's Northern Super League for an undisclosed fee, it was announced today. "This move offers an all-around win for Orlando and Sofia, and we are thrilled for her new opportunity at AFC Toronto" Orlando Pride VP of Soccer Operations and Sporting Director Haley Carter said. "This transfer allows her to compete for more consistent playing time, while also contributing to the growth of women's soccer in North America. Sofia will a... Full Story

• Chicago Red Stars Re-Sign Forward Sarah Griffith - Chicago Stars FC (January 14)
  
• Seattle Reign FC Original Lauren Barnes Signs New Contract - Seattle Reign FC (January 14)
  
• San Diego Wave FC Acquires Allocation Money from North Carolina Courage in Exchange for Midfielder Jaedyn Shaw - San Diego Wave FC (January 14)
  
• NC Courage Acquires USWNT Midfielder Jaedyn Shaw from San Diego Wave - North Carolina Courage (January 14)
  
• Orlando Pride Transfers Goalkeeper Sofia Manner to AFC Toronto - Orlando Pride (January 14)
  
• Utah Royals FC Adds Tatumn Milazzo Bolstering Defense - Utah Royals FC (January 13)
  
• San Diego Wave FC Signs Forward Chiamaka Okwuchukwu - San Diego Wave FC (January 13)
  
• Seattle Reign FC Signs Midfielder Maddie Mercado to New Contract - Seattle Reign FC (January 13)
  
• Utah Royals FC Signs Aisha Solórzano from Club Tijuana - Utah Royals FC (January 13)
  
• Utah Royals FC Announces Three Player Departures - Utah Royals FC (January 13)
  
• Orlando Pride Signs Defender Zara Chavoshi - Orlando Pride (January 13)
  
• Utah Royals FC Statement - Utah Royals FC (January 10)
  
• Marta: I'm Not Done Yet - Orlando Pride (January 10)
  
• Courage and Forward Manaka Matsukubo Agree to Contract Extension Through 2026 Season - North Carolina Courage (January 10)
  
• Utah Royals FC Signs FC Bayern Munich Defender Ana María Guzman on Loan - Utah Royals FC (January 10)
  
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• San Diego trade USA star Jaedyn Shaw to NC Courage - ESPN (January 14)
  
• USWNT forward Jaedyn Shaw requests trade from San Diego Wave, dealt to NC Courage for big NWSL fee - Sporting News (January 14)
  
• Courage acquires US midfielder Jaedyn Shaw from San Diego Wave - WRAL (January 14)
  
• Wave finalize Jaedyn Shaw trade; star heads to North Carolina Courage for cash, roster slots - San Diego Union-Tribune (January 14)
  
• Former Royals goalkeeper accuses NWSL club of 'emotional and psychological abuse' - Ogden Standard-Examiner (January 13)
  
• Former England captain Casey Stoney named head coach of Canadian women's soccer team - CBC (January 13)
  
• San Diego Wave reportedly trade star forward Jaedyn Shaw to North Carolina Courage - Yahoo Sports (January 12)
  
• San Diego to trade USA star Jaedyn Shaw to NC Courage - sources - ESPN (January 12)
  
• Bavarian Loan Works: Ana Maria Guzman loaned out to NWSL's Utah Royals - SB Nation (January 11)
  
• NWSL: Former player accuses Utah Royals of abuse Royals respond - Deseret News (January 11)
  
• Utah Royals respond to goalkeeper's claims of 'emotional, psychological abuse' - KSL (January 11)
  
• U.S. Soccer moves upcoming national team camps from Carson due to fires - Orange County Register (January 11)
  
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