As the 2024 NWSL draft approaches, anticipation is at its peak! On January 12, a total of 56 picks will be made by 14 clubs, marking the highest number of selections ever in the league. This is due to the expansion of the league, with two new clubs joining the ranks: the Utah Royals FC, making a comeback, and Bay FC, embarking on their inaugural season. Adding to the intrigue, the Utah Royals hold the coveted first pick in the draft.
Now that draft registration has concluded, and all eligible prospective players are in the mix, we reached out to the insightful co-founder of Parkside, Matt Peek, to gather his insights on the 1st round of the NWSL draft. Explore his draft preview and predictions and some fast facts of each prospect!
Round 1 Prospective Picks
TWIST: Matt Predicts – *Washington Spirit to send Ashley Hatch to Utah Royals for 1st Overall Pick
1. Savy King → Washington Spirit
Grade: Freshman
College: UNC Chapel Hill
Club: Slammers FC HB Koge
Hometown: West Hills, CA
Position: Defender
Highlights: One of only four Tar Heels to start all 23 matches, and the only freshman to do, Named to the US U20 Concacaf team, helped qualify for the 2024 U-20 World Cup • One of 5 nominees for 2023 U.S. Soccer Young Female Player of the Year
2. Maya Doms → Bay FC
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