Match Previews

Fort Lauderdale kicks off double matchweek at Audi Field | Week 12 Match Previews

November 12, 2025 by GainbridgeSuperLeague.com Staff

DC Power FC vs. Fort Lauderdale United FC

Venue: Audi Field; Washington D.C.

Kickoff: Wednesday, November 12, 7:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Clear, 48°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

DC Power (2-3-4) is coming off a 1-0 loss to Brooklyn last weekend. Fort Lauderdale (4-1-4) won its last match 1-0 against Carolina Ascent.
Wednesday will be Fort Lauderdale’s first of two matches this week.
Both teams have a 1-1-2 record against each other. Their last meeting ended in a 1-1 draw on May 20 last season behind goals from Loza Abera and Sabrina McNeill.
Gianna Gourley and Makenna Gottschalk (DC) will play against their former team.
Katie Duong (DC) will face off against her former Stanford teammate Haley Craig (FTL).
Madison Murnin (DC) will face off against her former University of Central Florida teammate Darya Rajaee (FTL).
Jaydah Bedoya (DC) will face off against her former West Virginia teammate Lily McCarthy (FTL). Bedoya will also play against her former Carolina Ascent teammate Kathrynn Gonzalez (FTL).

Players to Watch

DC – Katie Duong: The midfielder showed her defensive skills in her second straight start for Power FC in last weekend’s clash with Brooklyn, making six clearances, winning five duels, and tallying three tackles.

FTL – Jasmine Hamid: The forward got back on the scoresheet for FTL UTD last week, scoring the game-winner in the 1-0 victory against Carolina Ascent. Hamid was also recently named to the October Team of the Month and is re-finding her stride from last season.

	DC Power FC	Fort Lauderdale United FC
Head Coach	Omid Namazi	Ali Rogers
Record	2-3-4	4-1-4
Standings	7th	2nd

Brooklyn FC vs. Lexington SC

Venue: Maimonides Park; Brooklyn NY

Kickoff: Saturday, November 15, 3:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Cloudy, 37°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Brooklyn (2-4-5) is coming off a 1-0 win over DC Power. Lexington (4-0-5) did not compete in Week 11. Its most recent result was a 4-2 win over Sporting JAX on October 31.
Brooklyn has a 2-1-2 record against Lexington. The Girls in Green won 2-0 when the teams last met on September 7 behind a brace from Cat Barry.
Jess Garziano (BKN) and Tati Fung (LEX) are tied for first in the league this season with four assists each.
Emina Ekić (LEX) is one away from 10 all-time regular season assists.
Brooklyn and Kelsey Daugherty recorded their first clean sheet of the season last week.

Players to Watch

BKN – Samantha Kroeger: Kroeger tallied her first assist of the season on Leah Scarpelli’s game-winner in last week’s clash with DC Power. She leads the team in minutes and has recorded 26 clearances, 43 duels won and nine interceptions in the holding midfielder position.

LEX – Addie McCain: McCain has started every match this season, notching five goals and two assists to bolster her side to the top of the table. She has earning back-to-back Team of the Month honors for consistently contributing to the team’s attack.

	Brooklyn FC	Lexington SC
Head Coach	Tomás Tengarrinha	Masaki Hemmi
Record	2-4-5	4-0-5
Standings	6th	1st

Fort Lauderdale United FC vs. Tampa Bay Sun FC

Venue: Beyond Bancard Field; Fort Lauderdale, FL

Kickoff: Saturday, November 15, 7:30 p.m. ET

Weather: Clear, 72°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Tampa Bay Sun (1-3-5) picked up its first win of the season last week against Spokane.
Saturday will be Fort Lauderdale’s second match of the week.
Fort Lauderdale has never won against Tampa Bay, holding a 0-2-4 record against the reigning champs. The teams last played to a scoreless draw on October 4.
Fort Lauderdale is undefeated (1-0-3) at home this season.
Tampa Bay is undefeated (1-0-3) when scoring first this season.

Players to Watch

FTL – Bella Hara: The goalkeeper returned to the pitch last weekend and logged four saves and one punch to earn Fort Lauderdale’s third clean sheet of the season. Hara ranks third in the league in shutouts, saves (23) and goals-against average (1.23).

TB – Vivianne Bessette: The center back got on the end of a corner kick last weekend to earn Tampa its first win of the season. Bessette has been an anchor on the Sun’s backline since last season and has logged 36 clearances, 11 interceptions and seven blocks this campaign.

	Fort Lauderdale United FC	Tampa Bay Sun FC
Head Coach	Ali Rogers	Denise Schilte-Brown
Record	4-1-4	1-3-5
Standings	2nd	9th

Spokane Zephyr FC vs. Dallas Trinity FC

Venue: ONE Spokane Stadium; Spokane, WA

Kickoff: Saturday, November 15, 9:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Cloudy, 45°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Both teams enter Saturday’s match coming off a loss. Spokane (3-4-5) lost 1-0 to Tampa Bay, and Dallas (3-5-1) fell 2-0 to Sporting JAX.
Spokane has a 3-2-1 record against Dallas. Zephyr won 2-0 when the teams last met on October 12 behind a goal from Tori Zierenberg and an own goal.
Hope Hisey (SPK) is one away from 15 regular season clean sheets. She leads the league in saves, clean sheets and goals-against average so far this season.
Dallas is riding a four-match losing streak, its longest in club history.

Players to Watch

SPK – Sophie Braun: The midfielder is a crucial playmaker for the Zephyr and will be one for Dallas to keep an eye on. Braun leads her side in chances created (17) and crosses (35) and has tallied one assist.

DAL – Chioma Ubogagu: The English forward has been a central part of Dallas’ attack this season, leading the team in assists (2) and crosses (27), as well as creating 13 chances for her side.

	Spokane Zephyr FC	Dallas Trinity FC
Head Coach	Nicole Lukic	Chris Petrucelli
Record	3-4-5	3-5-1
Standings	4th	8th

Full weekend slate of rematches | Week 11 Match Previews

November 7, 2025 by GainbridgeSuperLeague.com Staff

Brooklyn FC vs. DC Power FC

Venue: Maimonides Park; Brooklyn, NY

Kickoff: Saturday, November 8, 3 p.m. ET

Weather: Cloudy, 46°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Brooklyn (1-4-5) is coming off a 1-1 draw against Fort Lauderdale. DC Power (2-2-4) just earned its second win of the season in a 3-2 victory over Dallas.
Brooklyn has a 1-2-2 record against DC Power. The sides drew 2-2 in their last match in mid-September behind goals from Loza Abera, Gianna Gourley, Kelsey Hill and Rebecca Cooke.
Gianna Gourley (DC) has scored in her last three appearances against Brooklyn. If she scores on Saturday, it will mark three consecutive matches with a goal.
Brooklyn is still searching for its first clean sheet of the season.
Brooklyn is on a nine-match winless streak. The team has not earned all three points since its first win of the season on opening night (Aug. 23).
Jess Garziano (BKN) is tied for first in the league with four assists.

Players to Watch

BKN – Rebecca Cooke: The Irish striker is leading her side with four goals, including scoring the lone goal for her side to earn a point in a 1-1 draw with Fort Lauderdale United last week.

DC – Susanna Fitch: DC Power’s captain was all over the field in the team’s 3-2 win last weekend against Dallas Trinity. The defender scored her first goal of the season and created the chance that led to Gianna Gourley’s game-winner.

	Brooklyn FC	DC Power FC
Head Coach	Tomás Tengarrinha	Omid Namazi
Record	1-4-5	2-2-4
Standings	8th	6th

Dallas Trinity FC vs. Sporting JAX

Venue: Cotton Bowl; Dallas, TX

Kickoff: Saturday, November 8, 5 p.m. ET

Weather: Clear, 76°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Both teams enter Saturday’s match coming off a loss. Dallas (3-4-1) fell 3-2 to DC Power, and Sporting JAX (3-3-3) lost 4-2 to Lexington.
Saturday will be the second meeting of the season between the two sides. Dallas won 1-0 on the road in September behind a late game-winner from Academy player Rhea Moore.
Dallas has lost four of its last five matches. The match against JAX was its last win of the season.
Ashlyn Puerta (JAX) currently leads the league in goals (8) and goal contributions (10). If she scores on Saturday, it will mark three consecutive matches with a goal.
Chioma Ubogagu (DAL) is two away from 10 all-time regular season assists.

Players to Watch

DAL – Camryn Lancaster: The midfielder showed her speed and agility last weekend against DC Power, scoring her first goal of the season. Lancaster can be a true attacking threat, especially when linking up with Allie Thornton and Gracie Brian.

JAX – Paige Kenton: The forward has been the ultimate playmaker for the expansion side, tallying three goals and two assists so far this season, including finding the back of the net in last week’s match against Lexington SC.

	Dallas Trinity FC	Sporting JAX
Head Coach	Chris Petrucelli	Stacey Balaam
Record	3-4-1	3-3-3
Standings	7th	5th

Carolina Ascent FC vs. Fort Lauderdale United FC

Venue: American Legion Memorial Stadium; Charlotte, NC

Kickoff: Saturday, November 8, 7:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Cloudy, 63°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Carolina (3-2-4) is coming off a 2-1 win over Spokane. Fort Lauderdale (3-1-4) enters the match following a 1-1 draw against Brooklyn.
Carolina has a 2-3-1 record against Fort Lauderdale. The sides drew 2-2 in their last match in August behind goals from Ella Simpson, Kiara Locklear and Maddie Mercado.
Carolina is still searching for its first clean sheet of the season.
Kiara Locklear (FTL) has scored in four of her five appearances against Carolina. Six of her 11 regular and postseason goals have been scored against the Ascent.
Audrey Harding (CAR) is one away from 10 all-time regular season assists.

Players to Watch

CAR – Rylee Baisden: The forward scored a brace to earn Carolina all three points against Spokane Zephyr last week. Carolina’s high press, especially with quick and technical players like Baisden and Mackenzie George, Fort Lauderdale’s defense will need to be on high alert on Saturday.

FTL – Kelli Van Treeck: Van Treeck has delivered in clutch scenarios this season, most recently scoring her third goal of the season last weekend in the 1-1 draw against Brooklyn.

	Carolina Ascent FC	Fort Lauderdale United FC
Head Coach	Philip Poole	Ali Rogers
Record	3-2-4	3-1-4
Standings	3rd	4th

Spokane Zephyr FC vs. Tampa Bay Sun FC

Venue: ONE Spokane Stadium; Spokane, WA

Kickoff: Sunday, November 9, 3:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Cloudy, 51°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Spokane (3-3-5) is coming off a 2-1 loss to Carolina. Tampa Bay did not play in Week 10. Its last match was a 1-1 draw against Sporting JAX on October 18.
Spokane has a 4-1-0 record against Tampa Bay. The Zephyr won 2-0 when the teams last met in mid-September behind goals from Lena Silano and Ally Cook.
Tampa Bay is still searching for its first win of the season. The team has drawn in its last four matches.
Hope Hisey (SPK) is one away from 15 regular season clean sheets.

Players to Watch

SPK – Emma Jaskaniec: Jaskaniec excels at connecting through the lines and creating chances for her teammates. In Spokane’s last match against Carolina, she recorded seven tackles and seven duels won, earning possession and immediately moving into the attack.

TB – Sydny Nasello: Nasello will be the key to Tampa Bay earning its first win of the season. The midfielder, who leads the team in assists (3) and ranks second in goals (2), controls the tempo and knows when to find her teammates in the box or take a shot herself.

	Spokane Zephyr FC	Tampa Bay Sun FC
Head Coach	Nicole Lukic	Denise Schilte-Brown
Record	3-3-5	0-3-5
Standings	2nd	9th

Can Sporting JAX become the first team to defeat Lexington? | Week 10 Match Previews

October 29, 2025 by GainbridgeSuperLeague.com Staff

Spokane Zephyr FC vs. Carolina Ascent FC

Venue: ONE Spokane Stadium; Spokane, WA

Kickoff: Thursday, October 30, 9:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Clear, 42°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Spokane Zephyr FC (3-2-5) most recently played to a 1-1 draw against DC Power FC. Carolina Ascent FC (2-2-4) coming off a 2-1 win over Brooklyn.
Spokane earned its first ever win over Carolina Ascent on September 24, a 1-0 victory behind a goal from Tori Zierenberg. Carolina still leads the series with a 3-1-1 record against Spokane.
Hope Hisey (SPK) is one match away from reaching 15 clean sheets.
Audrey Harding (CAR) recently surpassed teammate and last season’s Golden Playmaker Jill Aguilera with her eighth assist to move up to tied-second in the league in all-time regular season assists.
Carolina is still searching for its first clean sheet of the season.

Players to Watch

SPK – Ally Cook: The former UCLA Bruin is central to the Zephyr attack. Tied for top of the league in shots (18), the forward has scored a team-high three goals this season, including converting a penalty to secure Spokane’s 1-1 draw with Power FC on October 19.

CAR – Brianna Martinez: The loanee has made six appearances for the Ascent since joining the squad this summer. The defender has recorded 23 duels won and 18 clearances while also getting in on the attacking side with her first goal of the season in Carolina’s last match.

	Spokane Zephyr FC	Carolina Ascent FC
Head Coach	Nicole Lukic	Philip Poole
Record	3-2-5	2-2-4
Standings	2nd	5th

Lexington SC vs. Sporting JAX

Venue: Lexington SC Stadium; Lexington, KY

Kickoff: Friday, October 31, 6:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Partly cloudy, 53°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Lexington SC (3-0-5) is coming off a 5-1 victory over Fort Lauderdale. Sporting JAX (3-2-3) most recently tied 1-1 against Tampa Bay.
This will be the first encounter between the two sides.
Lexington has yet to lose a match through its first eight matches this season. Jacksonville is also unbeaten in its last five.
Ashlyn Puerta (JAX) leads the Golden Boot race with seven goals.
Lexington leads the league with 17 goals and a +11 goal differential.
Addie McCain (LEX) recently moved up to tied-first in all-time regular season goals with 15 alongside last season’s Golden Boot winner Allie Thornton.
Justina Gaynor (LEX) will face off against her former Michigan State teammates Kaitlyn Parks and Meg Hughes (JAX).
Allison Pantuso (LEX) will face off against her former Brooklyn FC teammate Grace Phillpotts (JAX).

Players to Watch

LEX – Sarah Griffith: Griffith has been a key component of Lexington’s offense this season, starting every match so far. The winger notched her first professional brace to lead the Girls in Green to a dominant 5-1 victory over Fort Lauderdale United FC on October 16.

JAX – Ashlyn Puerta: Puerta came up big with a last-minute equalizer in Sporting JAX’s last match against Tampa Bay Sun FC. The midfielder leads the league in goal contributions and will be the biggest challenge for Lexington on Friday night.

	Lexington SC	Sporting JAX
Head Coach	Masaki Hemmi	Stacey Balaam
Record	3-0-5	3-2-3
Standings	1st	4th

Fort Lauderdale United FC vs. Brooklyn FC

Venue: Beyond Bancard Field; Fort Lauderdale, FL

Kickoff: Saturday, November 1, 7:30 p.m. ET

Weather: Clear, 73°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Both teams are looking to rebound after losses in Week 9. Fort Lauderdale United FC (3-1-3) lost to Lexington, and Brooklyn FC (1-4-4) lost to Carolina Ascent.
Fort Lauderdale took home all three points in the sides’ last encounter on September 28, in a 2-1 victory behind goals from Stella Nyamekye and Kiara Locklear.
Brooklyn is still searching for its first clean sheet of the season.
Jess Garziano (BKN) leads the Golden Playmaker race with four assists.

Players to Watch

FTL – Sh’Nia Gordon: FTL’s captain has played every minute of the season thus far, guiding the team to a strong start. Gordon excels on both sides of the ball, earning 28 clearances and 43 recoveries in the defensive third while creating chances and sending in a team-high 18 crosses in the final third.

BKN – Sofia Lewis: The forward was a super-sub for her side in its most recent match, coming off the bench in the second half and scoring her first goal for Brooklyn in its match against Carolina Ascent FC.

	Fort Lauderdale United FC	Brooklyn FC
Head Coach	Ali Rogers	Tomás Tengarrinha
Record	3-1-3	1-4-4
Standings	3rd	8th

Dallas Trinity FC vs. DC Power FC

Venue: Cotton Bowl; Dallas, TX

Kickoff: Sunday, November 2, 5:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Sunny, 70°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Sunday will be Dallas’ (3-3-1) first league match since its 2-0 loss to Spokane Zephyr on Oct. 12. DC Power (1-2-4) is coming off a 1-1 draw against Spokane on Oct. 19.
Dallas and DC both have a 1-1-2 record against each other. DC won the last meeting in a comeback 3-2 win on May 8 after second-half goals from Susanna Fitch and Loza Abera.
Samar Guidry (DAL) will face off against her former University of Virginia teammate Alexis Theoret (DC).
Maya McCutcheon (DAL) will face off against her former West Virginia teammate Jaydah Bedoya (DC).

Players to Watch

DAL – Sealey Strawn: The reigning Young Player of the Year has played a key role in the Trinity’s offense this season, playing in all seven matches. The forward opened her scoring account for the 2025/26 campaign last month against Lexington.

DC – Gianna Gourley: Gourley is lethal when she gets in behind defenses, as we saw in DC’s last match against Spokane when she scored the stoppage-time equalizer. The forward has four goals on 17 shots this season and will likely ask a lot of Dallas’ backline this weekend.

	Dallas Trinity FC	DC Power FC
Head Coach	Chris Petrucelli	Omid Namazi
Record	3-3-1	1-2-4
Standings	6th	7th

Undefeated Lexington and Fort Lauderdale meet again | Week 9 Match Previews

October 16, 2025 by GainbridgeSuperLeague.com Staff

Lexington SC vs. Fort Lauderdale United FC

Venue: Lexington SC Stadium; Lexington, KY

Kickoff: Thursday, October 16, 6:30 p.m. ET

Weather: Clear, 64°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Lexington (2-0-5) is coming off a 1-1 draw against Carolina Ascent. Fort Lauderdale (3-0-3) did not play in Week 8.
Lexington holds a 1-3-1 record all-time against Fort Lauderdale. The two sides last played to a back-and-forth 3-3 draw on opening weekend this season.
The two teams are the only undefeated teams left in the league this season.
Six of Addie McCain’s 14 goals have been scored in LEX v FTL matches: 5 last season while in FTL and 1 in the first meeting after joining LEX.

Players to Watch

LEX – Hannah White: The Georgia Bulldog has been a star off the bench for Lexington this season. She is one of four players on the team with two assists, her most recent one on the critical 97^th minute equalizer last week to earn a point against Carolina Ascent.

FTL – Stella Nyamekye: The loanee has been a key contributor to Fort Lauderdale’s attack since she joined the team in August. Nyamekye won nine duels and recorded two shots, four crosses and one chance created in the team’s last draw against Tampa Bay.

	Lexington SC	Fort Lauderdale United FC
Head Coach	Masaki Hemmi	Ali Rogers
Record	2-0-5	3-0-3
Standings	3rd	2nd

Brooklyn FC vs. Carolina Ascent FC

Venue: Maimonides Park; Brooklyn, NY

Kickoff: Saturday, October 18, 6:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Partly sunny, 60°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Brooklyn (1-3-4) returns to action after playing Tampa Bay to a 2-2 draw last weekend. Carolina (1-2-4) is also coming off a draw, finishing 1-1 against Lexington last Friday.
Brooklyn has never won against Carolina and finished last season with an 0-2-2 record against the Ascent. The last encounter between the two sides on May 24^th ended in a scoreless draw.
Both teams are looking for their first clean sheet of the season.
Rebecca Cooke (BKN) has scored in her last two appearances.
Mackenzie George, Luana Grabias and Sydney Martinez will return to Brooklyn to face their former club for the first time since joining Carolina this summer.
Former Rutgers teammates Meagan McClelland (CAR) and Sam Kroeger (BKN) will face off against each other.

Players to Watch

BKN – Rebecca Cooke: The Ireland native has been a pillar of Brooklyn’s attack this season, leading the team in goals (3) and shots (12). Her composure in the final third is remarkable, as all three of her goals were equalizers or go-ahead goals.

CAR – Jill Aguilera: The outside back is a reliable presence in Carolina’s defense and is the only player on the team to compete in all 630 minutes. She leads the Ascent in tackles (17) and duels (44) won and ranks second with 23 clearances.

	Brooklyn FC	Carolina Ascent FC
Head Coach	Tomás Tengarrinha	Philip Poole
Record	1-3-4	1-2-4
Standings	7th	6th

Sporting JAX vs. Tampa Bay Sun FC

Venue: Hodges Stadium UNF; Jacksonville, FL

Kickoff: Saturday, October 18, 7:30 p.m. ET

Weather: Clear, 72°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Saturday will be Sporting JAX’s second match of the week after defeating DC Power 1-0 on Tuesday.
Tampa Bay (0-3-4) is coming off a 2-2 draw against Brooklyn last weekend.
Saturday will be the second meeting between these two teams. Sporting JAX won 3-2 when they played on August 30 behind goals from Ashlyn Puerta and Meg Hughes.

Players to Watch

JAX – Georgia Brown: The six-foot center back recorded a league-record 16 clearances in the win against DC Power earlier in the week, playing a key role in Sporting JAX recording its first clean sheet of the season.

TB – Natasha Flint: The English forward looked like she was back in peak form since rejoining the starting lineup coming off an injury. She scored her first goal of the season on a beautiful volley to help Tampa Bay earn a point in the 2-2 draw against Brooklyn last week.

	Sporting JAX	Tampa Bay Sun FC
Head Coach	Stacey Balaam	Denise Schilte Brown
Record	3-2-2	0-3-4
Standings	4th	9th

DC Power FC vs. Spokane Zephyr FC

Venue: Audi Field; Washington D.C.

Kickoff: Sunday, October 19, 2:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Cloudy, 74°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Sunday will be DC Power’s second match of the week after falling 1-0 to Sporting JAX on Tuesday.
Spokane is coming off a 2-0 win over Dallas Trinity FC last weekend.
Spokane has never lost against DC and holds a 3-0-2 record against Power FC. The two sides played to a 2-2 draw when they met on August 30 behind goals from Emily Colton and Sydney Cummings (DC) and a brace by Lena Silano (SPK).
One more clean sheet for Spokane/Hope Hisey on Sunday would set both team and goalkeeper records for most consecutive clean sheets with six.

Players to Watch

DC – Alexis Theoret: Theoret has played more defensively in DC’s opening matches, leading the team in interceptions (8), tackles won (13) and duels won (38). However, she shined offensively on Tuesday, recording two shots, three crosses and two chances created.

SPK – Tori Zierenberg: Since moving into Spokane’s starting lineup, Tori Zierenberg has scored two of the team’s last three goals, contributing to two wins that have moved the Zephyr up to the top of the standings.

	DC Power FC	Spokane Zephyr FC
Head Coach	Omid Namazi	Nicole Lukic
Record	1-2-3	3-2-4
Standings	8th	1st

Carolina at Lexington kicks off full weekend of matches | Week 8 Match Previews

October 9, 2025 by GainbridgeSuperLeague.com Staff

Lexington SC vs. Carolina Ascent FC

Venue: Lexington SC Stadium; Lexington, KY

Kickoff: Friday, October 10, 6:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Partly cloudy, 67°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Lexington (2-0-4) is coming off a scoreless draw against Spokane, while Carolina (1-2-3) just earned its first win of the season in a 3-2 victory over DC Power.
Carolina has never lost to Lexington, having gone 2-0-2 after last season. Carolina won 4-0 the last time the teams met on March 23 behind goals from Riley Parker, Mia Corbin and Audrey Harding.
Mia Corbin (CAR) scored in three of the four meetings against Lexington.
Carolina is still searching for its first clean sheet of the season. It led the league last season in clean sheets (12).
Lexington is one of the two remaining undefeated teams in the league. It has also been shutout in three of its last four matches.
Allison Pantuso (LEX) will face her former Brooklyn FC teammates Mackenzie George, Luana Grabias, and Sydney Martinez (CAR).
Sarah Griffith (LEX) will compete against her former Chicago Stars teammate Jill Aguilera (CAR).
Kat Asman (LEX) will compete against her former Orlando Pride teammate Brianna Martinez (CAR).

Players to Watch

LEX– Hannah Sharts: Sharts has been a key piece of Lexington’s stout defensive unit in her first season with the team, playing every minute to record 27 clearances and four clean sheets.

CAR– Audrey Harding: Returned for her second season with Carolina, the forward is tied for second in the league and leads her side in assists, recently tallying an assist in Carolina’s first win of the season last weekend.

	Lexington SC	Carolina Ascent FC
Head Coach	Masaki Hemmi	Phillip Poole
Record	2-0-4	1-2-3
Standings	2nd	7th

Brooklyn FC vs. Tampa Bay FC

Venue: Maimonides Park; Brooklyn, NY

Kickoff: Saturday, October 11, 6:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Cloudy, 56°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Brooklyn (1-3-3) is coming off a 3-3 draw against Sporting JAX. Tampa Bay Sun (0-3-3) most recently played Fort Lauderdale to a scoreless draw.
Brooklyn has never lost to Tampa Bay and holds a 3-0-2 all-time record against the Sun. Brooklyn won 2-1 against Tampa Bay in its home opener earlier this season, with Catherine Zimmerman and Annie Williams scoring in the second half.
Brooklyn is still searching for its first clean sheet of the season.
Tampa Bay is still searching for its first win of the season.

Players to Watch

BKN– Leah Scarpelli: The defender showcased her set-piece magic and scored her first-ever Brooklyn goal directly from a corner kick to help the team earn a point in a 3-3 draw with Sporting JAX.

TB– Brooke Hendrix: The Southern Mississippi alum leads Tampa’s defense, starting every match for the Sun so far and tallying 27 clearances, five of which came in last weekend’s clean sheet against Fort Lauderdale.

	Brooklyn FC	Tampa Bay Sun FC
Head Coach	Tomás Tengarrinha	Denise Schilte Brown
Record	1-3-3	0-3-3
Standings	8th	9th

Spokane Zephyr FC vs. Dallas Trinity FC

Venue: ONE Spokane Stadium; Spokane, WA

Kickoff: Sunday, October 12, 7:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Cloudy, 45°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Spokane (2-2-4) enters the weekend following a scoreless draw against Lexington. Dallas (3-2-1) returns to action after having Week 7 off.
Both teams hold a 2-2-1 all-time record against each other. Dallas won 2-1 when the teams met earlier this season at the Cotton Bowl behind goals from Allie Thornton and Wayny Balata.
Hope Hisey (SPK) is three saves away from reaching 100 career saves. She is also one match away from tying the record for most consecutive matches with a clean sheet (5).
Dallas Head Coach Chris Petrucelli and defender Samar Guidry will be unavailable for Sunday’s match due to both receiving red cards in Dallas’ last match against Lexington SC.
Sunday’s match will be Spokane Zephyr’s first with newly appointed Head Coach Nicole Lukic at the helm.

Players to Watch

SPK – Aryssa Mahrt: The former University of Wisconsin Badger has played a central role in Spokane’s attack from the midfield, creating six chances and making four interceptions across her 436 minutes so far this season.

DAL– Cyera Hintzen: Hintzen has been critical in both attacking and defensive positions for the Trinity this season, ranked third in the league in chances created (10) while leading Dallas in interceptions (11).

	Spokane Zephyr FC	Dallas Trinity FC
Head Coach	Nicole Lukic	Chris Petrucelli (serving suspension)
Record	2-2-4	3-2-1
Standings	3rd	4th

Inaugural Final rematch set for Saturday in Tampa | Week 7 Match Previews

October 3, 2025 by GainbridgeSuperLeague.com Staff

Brooklyn FC vs. Sporting JAX

Venue: Maimonides Park; Brooklyn, NY

Kickoff: Saturday, October 4, 6:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Clear, 71°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Brooklyn FC (1-3-2) enters the match following a 1-2 defeat to Fort Lauderdale United, while Sporting JAX (2-2-1) comes in off the back of their second win of the season, 4-3 over Carolina Ascent.
This is the first-ever meeting between these two teams.
Both teams are still in search of their first clean sheet of the season.
Grace Phillpotts (JAX) will face off against her former team for the first time since joining Jacksonville this summer. Phillpotts recorded a goal and an assist in her six appearances with Brooklyn last season.
Jordan Thompson (BKN) will face off against her former Gonzaga teammate Maddie Kemp (JAX).
Emily Pringle (BKN) will face off against her former University of Pennsylvania teammate Paige Kenton (JAX).

Players to Watch

BKN– Jess Garziano: The Long Island native is one of Brooklyn’s top playmakers, leading her side this season in crosses (27), chances created (6), and assists (2).

JAX– Paige Kenton: The University of Delaware alum has started every match this season and provides a steady presence in the backline, while also getting into the attack. Last weekend, she recorded an assist and scored the game-winner in the 4-3 victory over Carolina Ascent.

	Brooklyn FC	Sporting JAX
Head Coach	Tomás Tengarrinha	Stacey Balaam
Record	1-3-2	2-2-1
Standings	7th	5th

Carolina Ascent FC vs. DC Power FC

Venue: American Legion Memorial Stadium; Charlotte, NC

Kickoff: Saturday, October 4, 7:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Cloudy, 68°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Carolina Ascent FC (0-2-3) has not won a match yet this season, coming into this weekend on the back of a 3-4 defeat to expansion side Sporting JAX. DC Power FC (1-0-3) is back in action this week after having Matchweek 6 off.
Carolina has never lost to DC Power and holds a 3-0-1 record after last season. The Ascent won 1-0 the last time they met, with Sarah Troccoli scoring the game-winner. Troccoli has scored in her last two matches against DC.
Carolina is still searching for its first clean sheet of the season.
Jaydah Bedoya (DC) will play against her former team for the first time since joining DC this summer. Bedoya recorded three goals and an assist in 22 appearances with Carolina last season.
Emily Morris (CAR) will face off against her former Wake Forest teammate Emily Colton (DC).

Players to Watch

CAR– Rylee Baisden: The forward spurred the comeback attempt for Carolina last weekend, scoring her first goal of the season before halftime to bring the Ascent back into the match.

DC– Loza Abera: The Ethiopian international is a proven goal scorer and versatile finisher that will be a challenge for Carolina’s defense. She recorded her first goal of the season in DC’s last match, a one-touch blast to the upper right corner in the 2-2 draw.

	Carolina Ascent FC	DC Power FC
Head Coach	Phillip Poole	Omid Namazi
Record	0-2-3	1-0-3
Standings	8th	6th

Tampa Bay Sun FC vs. Fort Lauderdale United FC

Venue: Suncoast Credit Union Field; Tampa, FL

Kickoff: Saturday, October 4, 7:30 p.m. ET

Weather: Scattered showers, 76°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Tampa Bay Sun FC (0-3-2) returns to action after having Matchweek 6 off. Fort Lauderdale United FC (3-0-2) remains undefeated so far this season, entering the match on the back of their third-consecutive win, 2-1 over Brooklyn FC.
This will be a rematch of last season’s Final, where Tampa Bay won 1-0 after extra time to earn the first league title.
Tampa Bay has never lost to Fort Lauderdale, holding a 2-0-3 record through the regular and postseason. Both of the two wins were at home. In their last regular season meeting, the Sun won 2-0 behind goals from Jordyn Listro and Ava Tankersley.
Tampa Bay is still searching for its first clean sheet of the season.
Sabrina McNeill (TB) will face her former team for the first time since joining Tampa Bay this summer. McNeill recorded a goal and an assist in 15 appearances on Fort Lauderdale’s backline last season.
Mackenzie Pluck (TB) will face off against her former Duke teammate Lily Nabet (FTL).

Players to Watch

TB – Sabrina McNeill: McNeill will be on the other side of the Florida Derby on Saturday, facing off against her former club for the first time. The outside back continues to be a threat on both sides of the of ball, already recorded two assists this season along with 15 clearances and 21 duels won.

FTL– Kiara Locklear: Leading the attack for Fort Lauderdale, the forward became the club’s all-time leading goal scorer last weekend when she slotted home the game-winner on the road against Brooklyn, her eleventh goal for the club across two seasons.

	Tampa Bay Sun FC	Fort Lauderdale United FC
Head Coach	Denise Schilte Brown	Ali Rogers
Record	0-3-2	3-0-2
Standings	9th	1st

Spokane Zephyr FC vs. Lexington SC

Venue: ONE Spokane Stadium; Spokane, WA

Kickoff: Saturday, October 4, 9:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Clear, 52°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Both teams enter this weekend on the back of wins last week, with Spokane Zephyr FC (2-2-3) earning its third-consecutive clean sheet last Wednesday, with a 1-0 win over Carolina Ascent and Lexington SC (2-0-3) routing Dallas Trinity with a 6-1 win.
Both Catherine Barry and Addie McCain scored braces in Lexington’s six-goal win last weekend.
Spokane holds a 2-1-2 record all-time against Lexington. The sides most recently played to a scoreless draw in Lexington on September 20.
Emina Ekić, Taylor Aylmer, McKenzie Weinert and Alyssa Bourgeois will return to Spokane for the first time since competing with the Zephyr last season.
Both goalkeepers Hope Hisey and Kat Asman lead the league with three clean sheets each. A clean sheet for Hisey on Saturday would tie her record set last season for most consecutive matches with a shutout (4).

Players to Watch

SPK– Sophia Braun: The former Gonzaga Bulldog is a key playmaker for her side, leading Spokane in both chances created (10) and crosses (24).

LEX– Sarah Griffith: The summer signing has cemented her role in creating Lexington’s attacks, ranked second for her side in chances created (7) and tied for most assists in the league (2).

	Spokane Zephyr FC	Lexington SC
Head Coach	Josh McAllister (interim)	Masaki Hemmi
Record	2-2-3	2-0-3
Standings	4th	3rd

Carolina kicks off double matchweek against Spokane | Week 6 Match Previews

September 24, 2025 by GainbridgeSuperLeague.com Staff

Carolina Ascent FC vs. Spokane Zephyr FC

Venue: American Legion Memorial Stadium; Charlotte, NC

Kickoff: Wednesday, September 24, 7:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Partly cloudy, 82°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Carolina Ascent FC (0-0-3) enter the match after a week off, on the back of their third-consecutive draw, 2-2 against Sporting JAX on September 13^th. Spokane Zephyr FC (1-2-3) come into the match after earning a second-consecutive clean sheet in a 0-0 draw with Lexington SC last weekend.
Carolina has never lost to Spokane and earned a 3-0-1 record against them last season. The Ascent won 3-0 the last time the teams met on April 19 behind a brace from Eli Hutchinson and a goal from Mia Corbin.
Maddie Mercado (CAR) will tie the record for most consecutive matches with a goal if she scores against Spokane on Wednesday.
A draw or loss for Carolina on Wednesday would tie a club record for longest winless streak at four matches.
Riley Parker (CAR) will face off against her University of Alabama teammate Felicia Knox (SPK).
Jill Aguilera (CAR) will face off against her University of Arkansas teammate Hope Hisey (SPK).
Meaghan Nally (CAR) will face off against her Odense Boldklub Q teammate Madelyn Desiano (SPK).
Orlando Pride loanees Brianna Martinez (CAR) and Aryssa Mahrt (SPK) will face off against each other.
Seattle Reign loanees Maddie Mercado (CAR) and Olivia Van der Jagt (SPK) will face off against each other.

Players to Watch

CAR – Alyssa Walker: The forward brings attacking prowess into her first season with the Ascent, and she proved to already be a difference-maker earlier this month. She scored the critical equalizer in the 2-2 draw with Sporting JAX less than a minute after subbing into the match.

SPK – Reese Tappan: The former Washington State defender is one to watch as this Spokane defense is starting to click. Tappan currently leads the league in passes (316) and ranks second in clearances (32) while maintaining 82% passing accuracy.

	Carolina Ascent FC	Spokane Zephyr FC
Head Coach	Phillip Poole	Josh McAllister (interim)
Record	0-0-3	1-2-3
Standings	8th	5th

Lexington SC vs. Dallas Trinity FC

Venue: Lexington SC Stadium; Lexington, KY

Kickoff: Friday, September 26, 6:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Partly cloudy, 73°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Both teams enter on the backs of draws, Lexington SC (1-0-3) enters the match following a 0-0 draw with Spokane Zephyr and Dallas Trinity FC (3-1-1) enters after a 1-1 draw with Tampa Bay Sun.
Dallas has won all four previous meetings against Lexington. Trinity won 3-1 when the teams last met on April 26 behind goals from Tamara, Sealey Strawn and Allie Thornton.
Lexington is currently on a four-match undefeated streak and has recorded three consecutive clean sheets. Meanwhile, Dallas has not been shutout so far this season.
Allison Pantuso (LEX) will face off against her former Brooklyn FC teammate Caroline Kelly (DAL).
Wayny Balata (DAL) will face off against her former Spokane Zephyr teammates Emina Ekić, Alyssa Bourgeois and Taylor Aylmer (LEX).
Bourgeois will also face off against Camryn Lancaster (DAL), after the two played together for California Storm in the USL W League.

Players to Watch

LEX – Kat Asman: The former Penn State Nittany Lion has led Lexington in goal this season, recording three clean sheets and 10 saves to keep the Girls in Green undefeated through its first four matches.

DAL – Chioma Ubogagu: Ubogagu has continued to be a critical playmaker up top for Dallas in her second season. The winger has recorded two assists, 17 crosses and created eight chances to contribute to the Trinity’s strong start to the campaign.

	Lexington SC	Dallas Trinity FC
Head Coach	Masaki Hemmi	Chris Petrucelli
Record	1-0-3	3-1-1
Standings	4th	1st

Carolina Ascent FC vs. Sporting JAX

Venue: American Legion Memorial Stadium; Charlotte, NC

Kickoff: Sunday, September 28, 2:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Partly cloudy, 78°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Sunday’s match will be Carolina Ascent’s (0-0-3) second of the week after facing Spokane Zephyr on Wednesday. Sporting JAX (1-2-1) returns to action after having Week 5 off.
The teams met on September 13, which ended in a 2-2 draw. Ashlyn Puerta (JAX) and Maddie Kemp (JAX) got on the board first before Maddie Mercado and Alyssa Walker equalized for Carolina.
Both teams will be looking to claim their first clean sheet of the season.

Players to Watch

CAR – Mackenzie George: Last season’s All-League Second Team selection has brought her attacking and playmaking skills to Carolina this season, most recently notching an assist on the critical equalizer to earn a point in the 2-2 draw with Sporting JAX.

JAX – Julia Lester: The former Florida Gator is a consistent steady presence in Jacksonville’s midfield as one of four players on the team to play all 360 minutes. Lester has recorded two assists, five chances created and 11 crosses for the expansion side.

	Carolina Ascent FC	Sporting JAX
Head Coach	Phillip Poole	Stacey Balaam
Record	0-0-3	1-2-1
Standings	8th	7th

Brooklyn FC vs. Fort Lauderdale United FC

Venue: Maimonides Park; Brooklyn, NY

Kickoff: Sunday, September 28, 3:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Clear, 72°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Fort Lauderdale United FC (2-0-2) returns to action after having last Matchweek 5 off, while Brookyln FC (1-2-2) enters the match following last week’s 2-2 draw with DC Power.
The all-time series record is split with both teams having two wins against each other. Brooklyn won 4-1 behind goals from Jess Garziano, Caroline Kelly and Hope Breslin when the teams last met on May 3.
Fort Lauderdale is undefeated through its first four matches and has won its last two.
Brooklyn is still searching for its first clean sheet of the season.

Players to Watch

BKN – Kelsey Hill: The captain played a role in Brooklyn’s impressive second half come-back last week in the 2-2 draw against DC Power by scoring her first goal for the team. Hill also continues to dominate on the defensive end, ranking first on the team in minutes (450) and passing accuracy (86%) and second in clearances (24).

FTL– Kelli Van Treeck: The former Lipscomb Bison has fit right in with Fort Lauderdale’s lethal attacking unit. Van Treeck has started every game so far this season and notched a brace to secure her side a 4-1 win over previously undefeated Dallas Trinity.

	Brooklyn FC	Fort Lauderdale United FC
Head Coach	Tomás Tengarrinha	Ali Rogers
Record	1-2-2	2-0-2
Standings	6th	2nd

Former Spokane teammates face off in Lexington | Week 5 Match Previews

September 18, 2025 by GainbridgeSuperLeague.com Staff

DC Power FC vs. Brooklyn FC

Venue: Audi Field; Washington, D.C.

Kickoff: Thursday, September 18, 7 p.m. ET

Weather: Clear, 77°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

DC Power (1-0-2) remains undefeated so far this season following a scoreless draw against Lexington SC last week. Brooklyn FC (1-2-1) returns to action after having Week 4 off.
DC Power holds the lead in the all-time record against Brooklyn at 2-1-1. DC won 1-0 on the road in their last meeting with a first-half goal by Gianna Gourley on April 26.
Morgan Aquino (DC) recorded her first clean sheet of the season last week. She moved up to tied fourth all-time with six clean sheets.
Gianna Gourley (DC) has scored in both of her last two appearances against Brooklyn.

Players to Watch

DC – Morgan Aquino: The Australia international has started all three matches for DC this season, protecting the net to keep the Power undefeated and earning her sixth all-time clean sheet for her side last weekend.

BKN – Emma Loving: Bringing a wealth of international experience, the Pennsylvania native has been a steady presence in Brooklyn’s midfield, starting every game so far this season. The midfielder also showed her ability to shoot from distance with the banger against Spokane earlier this month.

	DC Power FC	Brooklyn FC
Head Coach	Omid Namazi	Tomás Tengarrinha
Record	1-0-2	1-2-1
Standings	3rd	7th

Lexington SC vs. Spokane Zephyr FC

Venue: Lexington SC Stadium; Lexington, KY

Kickoff: Saturday, September 20, 5 p.m. ET

Weather: Partly Cloudy, 84°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Lexington (1-0-2) remains undefeated after earning a point in a scoreless draw against DC Power last week. Spokane (1-2-2) earned its first win of the season last week in a 2-0 victory against Tampa Bay.
Spokane holds the lead in the all-time record against Lexington at 2-1-1. Zephyr won 2-0 in their last meeting behind goals from Emina Ekić and Ally Cook.
Saturday will be the first time Emina Ekić, Alyssa Bourgeois, Taylor Aylmer and McKenzie Weinert play against their former club.
Ally Cook (SPK) will face off against her former Chicago Stars teammate Sarah Griffith (LEX).
Lena Silano (SPK) will face off against her former Long Beach State teammate Maddy Perez (LEX).

Players to Watch

LEX – Allison Pantuso: The defender has led from the backline every minute so far this season, keeping her side undefeated and earning a second-consecutive clean sheet with the scoreless draw against DC Power last weekend.

SPK – Cameron Tucker: The forward has proven to be a playmaker for Spokane, recording one assist, 17 crosses and creating five chances—including in Spokane’s most recent 2-0 victory over Tampa Bay Sun.

	Lexington SC	Spokane Zephyr FC
Head Coach	Masaki Hemmi	Josh McAllister (interim)
Record	1-0-2	1-2-2
Standings	4th	5th

Tampa Bay Sun FC vs. Dallas Trinity FC

Venue: Suncoast Credit Union Field; Tampa, FL

Kickoff: Saturday, September 20^th, 7:30 p.m. ET

Weather: Thunderstorms, 83°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Tampa Bay (0-3-1) is still looking for its first win after falling 2-0 to Spokane last week. Dallas (3-1-0) is also coming off a loss, falling 4-1 to Fort Lauderdale.
Tampa Bay has a slight lead in the all-time series record at 2-1-2. The Sun beat Dallas 2-1 when they last met in the playoffs semi-finals in June. Tampa Bay also won the last regular season meeting 1-0 at home behind a goal from Hannah Keane.

Players to Watch

TB – Sabrina McNeill: The outside back provides Tampa Bay with strong defensive skills while also getting involved in the attack. McNeill has excellent distribution, tied for first in the league with two assists and leading her side in chances created (5) and crosses (12).

DAL – Amber Wisner: Dallas’ captain has led the backline every minute this season, guiding Dallas to its first three wins and two clean sheets. She also got on the scoresheet with her first goal of the campaign in last weekend’s clash with Fort Lauderdale.

	Tampa Bay Sun FC	Dallas Trinity FC
Head Coach	Denise Schilte-Brown	Chris Petrucelli
Record	0-3-1	3-1-0
Standings	9th	1st

Dallas looks to extend winning streak in South Florida | Week 4 Match Previews

September 11, 2025 by GainbridgeSuperLeague.com Staff

DC Power FC vs. Lexington SC

Venue: Audi Field; Washington D.C.

Kickoff: Friday, September 12, 7:00 p.m. ET

Weather: Clear, 76°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

DC Power (1-0-1) returns to action after having Week 3 off. Lexington (1-0-1) enters this weekend following a 2-0 win against Brooklyn on Sunday.
Lexington has the lead in the head-to-head record against DC, going 2-1-1 in their four matchups last season. The teams played to a 3-3 draw when they last met in Lexington on May 31, 2025.
Kat Asman (LEX) recorded her first clean sheet of the season. It was Lexington’s third clean sheet in club history.
Loza Abera (DC) has scored in both of her last two appearances against Lexington.
Hannah White and Amber Nguyen (LEX) will compete against their former University of Georgia teammates Ellie Gilbert and Margie Detrizio (DC).
Gianna Gourley (DC) will compete against Addie McCain and Tati Fung (LEX), who all played together at Fort Lauderdale United FC in the fall of 2024.
Sydney Cummings (DC) will compete against Taylor Alymer, McKenzie Weinert, Emina Ekić and Alyssa Bourgeois (LEX), who all played together last season at Spokane Zephyr FC.

Players to Watch

DC – Emily Colton: The former Wake Forest midfielder is one to watch as DC looks for its second win of the season. Colton scored her first professional goal in Week 2 to help DC earn a 2-2 draw with Spokane Zephyr and is a true playmaker in the midfield.

LEX– Catherine Barry: The forward showed her ability to convert in front of goal last weekend, notching a brace within a five-minute period to earn her side its first win of the season, a 2-0 shutout over Brooklyn FC.

	DC Power FC	Lexington SC
Head Coach	Omid Namazi	Masaki Hemmi
Record	1-0-1	1-0-1
Standings	3rd	4th

Fort Lauderdale United FC vs. Dallas Trinity FC

Venue: Beyond Bancard Field; Fort Lauderdale, FL

Kickoff: Saturday, September 13, 7:30 p.m. ET

Weather: Cloudy, 79°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Fort Lauderdale United (1-0-2) is coming off its first win of the season, a 1-0 victory against Spokane Zephyr. Dallas (3-0-0) is on a three-match winning streak, most recently earning a 1-0 win against Sporting JAX.
Fort Lauderdale holds the 2-1-1 lead in the head-to-head record between the two teams. FTL UTD won 1-0 the last time the sides met on May 24, 2025, behind a goal by Kiara Locklear.
Bella Hara recorded five saves in last week’s match to earn the team’s first clean sheet of the season.
Four West Virginia Mountaineers will face off against each other in this meeting. Rylee Foster (DAL) and Sh’Nia Gordon (FTL) played together for three seasons from 2016-2018. Maya McCutcheon (DAL) and Lilly McCarthy (FTL) competed together for three seasons from 2021-2023.

Players to Watch

FTL – Bella Hara: The Guam Women’s National Team standout has been a steadying presence between the posts for Fort Lauderdale this season, tied for second in the league for saves (10) and guarding the net with five key saves to earn her team its first win and clean sheet of the season last weekend.

DAL – Rhea Moore: The 15-year-old Academy standout showcased her attacking prowess in her professional debut last weekend, slotting home the game-winner in the closing minutes of the match to give Dallas its third-consecutive win.

	Fort Lauderdale United FC	Dallas Trinity FC
Head Coach	Tyrone Mears	Chris Petrucelli
Record	1-0-2	3-0-0
Standings	2nd	1st

Sporting JAX vs. Carolina Ascent FC

Venue: Hodges Stadium; Jacksonville, FL

Kickoff: Saturday, September 13, 7:30 p.m. ET

Weather: Clear, 76°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Sporting JAX (1-2-0) is coming off a 1-0 loss to Dallas, while Carolina Ascent (0-0-2) is still searching for it first win of the season after most recently drawing 2-2 against Tampa Bay.
This is the first meeting between these two teams.
Emily Morris (CAR) will face off against her former Wake Forest teammate Kaitlyn Parks (JAX).

Players to Watch

JAX– Sophia Boman: The former University of Minnesota captain is a consistent strong presence in the midfield for the expansion side, playing every minute of the season for JAX so far and excelling in distribution, already completing 150 passes.

CAR – Mia Corbin: The team’s leading scorer got on the scoreboard last weekend with her first goal of the season to help Carolina earn a 2-2 draw against Tampa Bay Sun.

	Sporting JAX	Carolina Ascent FC
Head Coach	Stacey Balaam	Phillip Poole
Record	1-2-0	0-0-2
Standings	6th	7th

Spokane Zephyr FC vs. Tampa Bay Sun FC

Venue: ONE Spokane Stadium; Spokane, WA

Kickoff: Saturday, September 13^th, 9:00 PM ET

Weather: Clear, 75°

Broadcast: Peacocktv.com

Things to Know

Spokane Zephyr (0-2-2) and Tampa Bay Sun (0-2-1) are both looking for their first win of the season. In Week 3, Spokane drew 1-1 with Brooklyn and lost 1-0 to Fort Lauderdale, while Tampa drew 2-2 against Carolina.
Spokane holds a dominant 3-1-0 record against the reigning champs, and Zephyr won 3-2 at home the last time the two sides met on April 26, 2025.

Players to Watch

SPK– Sarah McCoy: One of last season’s four Ironwomen, McCoy continues to be a cornerstone of Spokane’s defense. She leads the team in passing accuracy (87.9%) and clearances (20) through its first four matches.

TB– Gabby Provenzano: The former Rutgers midfielder has come out swinging in her second season with the Sun, heading home her first professional goal late in the second half to help Tampa earn a 2-2 draw with Carolina Ascent and take home their first point last weekend.

	Spokane Zephyr FC	Tampa Bay Sun FC
Head Coach	Josh McAllister (interim)	Denise Schilte-Brown
Record	0-2-2	0-2-1
Standings	8th	9th