Center back Naomi Girma shined in Louisville as the USWNT secured their third win, with head coach Emma Hayes utilizing the international window for evaluation and development, including giving debuts to seven uncapped players and welcoming back Alyssa Thompson. Despite the celebratory nature of the Olympics victory tour, Hayes focused on maximizing rotation and roster depth to achieve her objectives. Looking ahead, the team will face higher-profile opponents in November and December, with an eye on continued evaluation and development, culminating in a Futures Camp in January to identify future talent for the USWNT.
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Duke building out depth at defensive end
Duke's Defensive End DepthDuke's defensive end position, led by experienced fourth-year players Vincent Anthony Jr. and Wesley Williams, boasts impressive statistics but requires additional depth following the departure of Michael Reese and Ryan Smith. With promising options like Kevin O’Connor and freshman Bryce Davis, the team's new scheme under Manny Diaz enhances their potential for impactful play, particularly against RPO offenses. Want More Context? 🔎
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