IRVINE, CA - LA Galaxy OC have announced the final signings for their women's team who will compete in the West Conference of United Women's Soccer (UWS). Head Coach Scott Juniper has successfully recruited a team of top talent to compete in their inaugural season.
"We have carefully selected a blend of Orange County natives and exciting players from across the country and internationally for this team," said Juniper. "It will be an incredibly competitive environment for our players, and our fans are going to enjoy a truly elite women's soccer experience."
GK Hillary Beall - University of Michigan, U-19 USWNT
F Lauren Bohaboy - University of Notre Dame, Arna Bjornar, IGA FC
MF Caroline da Silva - Martin Methodist
D/MF Sabrina Flores - University of Notre Dame, U-20 USWNT
D Brooke Goodrich - Brisbane Roar, U-20 Australian National Team
MF Tala Haddad - Cal State Fullerton
GK Katherine Hess - Harvard
F/D Amber Munerlyn - UCLA, Houston Dash
MF Ayesha Norrie - Brisbane Roar, U-20 Australian National Team
MF/F Miku Sunagu - Martin Methodist
F Ashley Webb - UC Riverside
F Becca Wilson - Cal State Fullerton
MF Kylie Wright-Roach - UCLA, Atlanta Beat, U17-U23 USWNT
LA Galaxy OC kicks off their inaugural season on Saturday, May 26th against last season's UWS Finalist and defending West champion Santa Clarita Blue Heat. They will host Real Salt Lake for their home opener on Friday, June 2nd (7:00 PM) at the Orange County Great Park Championship Stadium.
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About United Women's Soccer (UWS): UWS is a national women's soccer league sanctioned by U.S. Soccer. UWS is a professionally operated league created for teams that meet high minimum standards. The season runs from May until the end of July, culminating in a National Championship match. The UWS player pool is comprised of college players, aspiring & former professionals and international stars. You can follow UWS on social media on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Media can contact UWS Director of Communications Jorma Kansanen by e-mail at UWSPress@gmail.com. You can visit the league’s official website at UWSSoccer.com. Interested team applicants can contact League Commissioner Joe Ferrara, Jr. by e-mail at Joe@UWSSoccer.com.