NWSL Player of the Month

Last updated
Kim Little (right), four-time winner of the award Srfcvsbos-041614 13 (cropped).JPG
Kim Little (right), four-time winner of the award

The National Women's Soccer League Player of the Month is a monthly women's soccer award given to individual players in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). The honor is awarded to the player deemed to have put in the best performances over the past month by a panel selected by the league.

Contents

Selection

From 2013 to 2022, the winner was selected by the NWSL Media Association, an organization of journalists who regularly cover the league. [1] Since 2023, the winner is selected by the NWSL Media Association and the league's broadcast talent. [2]

Winners

2013

MonthPlayer of the MonthClubMonth's Statline
April Flag of Canada (Pantone).svg Christine Sinclair [3] Portland Thorns FC 2 G, 1 A in 3 games; Thorns 2–0–1 in April
May Flag of the United States.svg Brittany Cameron [4] Sky Blue FC 0.5 GAA, 4SHO in 6 games; SBFC 4–1–1 in May
June Flag of the United States.svg Lauren Cheney [5] FC Kansas City 6 G, 1 A in 5 games; FCKC 4–2–1 in June
July Flag of the United States.svg Erika Tymrak [6] FC Kansas City 3 G, 1 A in 6 games; FCKC 3–0–3 in July
August Flag of Mexico.svg Mónica Ocampo [7] Sky Blue FC 3 G, in 3 games

2014

MonthPlayer of the MonthClubMonth's Statline
April Flag of Scotland.svg Kim Little [8] Seattle Reign FC 4G in 4 games; Reign 4-0-0 in April
May Flag of Scotland.svg Kim Little [9] Seattle Reign FC 4G in 5 games; Reign 3-0-2 in May
June Flag of the United States.svg Nicole Barnhart [10] FC Kansas City 1.1 GAA, 4SHO in 4 games; FCKC 5-0-0 in June
July Flag of Scotland.svg Kim Little [11] Seattle Reign FC 3G, 4A in 6 games; Reign 4-1-1 in July
August Flag of Denmark.svg Nadia Nadim [12] Sky Blue FC 5G, 1A in 2 games; Sky Blue 4-0-0 in August

2015

MonthPlayer of the MonthClubMonth's Statline
April Flag of the United States.svg Christen Press [13] Chicago Red Stars 4G, 1A in 2 games; Red Stars 1-0-1 in April
May Flag of the United States.svg Sofia Huerta [14] Chicago Red Stars 5G, 1A in 5 games; Red Stars 3-0-2 in May
June Flag of Scotland.svg Kim Little [15] Seattle Reign FC 3G, 1A in 3 games; Reigh FC 3-0-0 in June
July Flag of the United States.svg Carli Lloyd [16] Houston Dash 3G in 3 games; Dash 2-1-1 in July (2-0-1 in Lloyd appearances)
August Flag of the United States.svg Crystal Dunn [17] Washington Spirit 6G, 1A in 6 games; Spirit 2-1-3 in August

2016

MonthPlayer of the MonthClubMonth's Statline
April Flag of the United States.svg Tobin Heath [18] [19] Portland Thorns FC 3 assists in 2 games; Thorns 1-0-1 in April
May Flag of the United States.svg Alyssa Naeher [20] Chicago Red Stars 3 shutouts, 1 goal allowed in 4 games; Red Stars 3-0-2 in May
June Flag of Canada (Pantone).svg Christine Sinclair [21] Portland Thorns FC 3 goals and 1 assist; Thorns 3-0-1 in June
July Flag of Argentina.svg Estefania Banini [22] Washington Spirit 4 goals; Spirit 4-1-0 in July
August/Olympics Flag of Canada (Pantone).svg Christine Sinclair [23] Portland Thorns FC Both as "Olympian of the Month" and "Player of the Olympics"
September Flag of the United States.svg Allie Long [24] Portland Thorns FC 5 goals in 4 games; Thorns 4-0-0 in September

2017

MonthPlayer of the MonthClubMonth's Statline
April Flag of the United States.svg Rose Lavelle [25] Boston Breakers 1 goal, 1 assist in 3 games; Breakers 2-1-0 in April
May Flag of Australia (converted).svg Sam Kerr [26] Sky Blue FC 2 goals, 2 assists in 5 games; Sky Blue FC 3-2-0 in May
June Flag of Australia (converted).svg Sam Kerr [27] Sky Blue FC 3 goals, 1 assist in 4 games; 30th career goal
July Flag of the United States.svg Megan Rapinoe [28] Seattle Reign FC 5 goals in 4 games; Reign FC 2-1-1 in July
August Flag of the United States.svg Alex Morgan [29] Orlando Pride 7 goals, 2 assists, 13 shots on goal, 11 chances created
September Flag of Brazil.svg Marta [30] Orlando Pride 2 goals, 13 chances created, 85.5% passing accuracy

2018

MonthPlayer of the MonthClubMonth's Statline
March Flag of the United States.svg Megan Rapinoe [31] Seattle Reign FC 1 goal, 1 assist, 6 shots on goal
April Flag of the United States.svg Sofia Huerta [32] Chicago Red Stars 2 goals, 6 shots on goal, 9 chances created
May Flag of England.svg Rachel Daly [33] Houston Dash 4 goals, 9 shots on goal, 11 chances created
June Flag of the United States.svg Crystal Dunn [34] North Carolina Courage 2 goals, 9 shots on goal, 8 chances created
July Flag of the United States.svg Lindsey Horan [35] Portland Thorns FC 3 goals, 1 assist, 5 shots on goal, 5 chances created
August Flag of Australia (converted).svg Samantha Kerr [36] Chicago Red Stars 5 goals, 1 assist, 11 shots on goal, 8 chances created

2019

MonthPlayer of the MonthClubStatlineRef.
April Flag of the United States.svg Crystal Dunn North Carolina Courage 4 goals, 2 assists, 3 chances created in 3 games [37]
May Flag of Australia (converted).svg Sam Kerr Chicago Red Stars 4 goals in 3 games [38]
June Flag of Wales (1959-present).svg Jess Fishlock Reign FC 3 goals, 1 assist, 8 shots, 7 chances created in 3 games [39]
July Flag of the United States.svg Kristen Hamilton North Carolina Courage 5 goals and 2 assists; 4 goals in a single match [40]
August Flag of the United States.svg Christen Press Utah Royals FC 3 goals, 12 chances created [41]

2021

MonthPlayer of the MonthClubStatlineRef.
May Flag of the United States.svg Alex Morgan Orlando Pride 4 goals in 4 games [42]
June Flag of the United States.svg Lynn Williams North Carolina Courage 4 goals in back-to-back victories [43]
July Flag of the United States.svg Ashley Hatch Washington Spirit League-high 3 goals [44]
August Flag of the United States.svg Megan Rapinoe OL Reign League-high 4 goals [45]
September Flag of the United States.svg Bethany Balcer OL Reign 3 goals in 3 games, leading Golden Boot race [46]
October Flag of the United States.svg Margaret Purce NJ/NY Gotham FC 3 goals, 17 shots; brace vs. NC [47]

2022

MonthPlayer of the MonthClubStatlineRef.
May Flag of the United States.svg Alex Morgan San Diego Wave FC Led scoring with 6 goals [48]
June Flag of the United States.svg Sophia Smith Portland Thorns FC 5 goals; scored goal or assist in last 5 matches [49] [50]
July Flag of England.svg Ebony Salmon Houston Dash 4 goals; youngest NWSL player to score a hat-trick [51]
August Flag of the United States.svg Megan Rapinoe OL Reign Led scoring with 4 goals, 3 assists [1]
September/
October
Flag of Brazil.svg Debinha North Carolina Courage Hat-trick vs. NJY; 7 goals [52]

2023

MonthPlayer of the MonthClubStatlineRef.
March/
April
Flag of the United States.svg Sophia Smith Portland Thorns FC Hat-trick vs. KC; 4 goals, 4 assists [53]
May Flag of the United States.svg Savannah DeMelo Racing Louisville FC Brace vs. KC; 3 goals, 2 assists [2]
June Flag of the United States.svg Sophia Smith (2) Portland Thorns FC Hat-trick vs. WAS; 6 goals [54]
July Flag of the United States.svg Savannah McCaskill Angel City FC Challenge Cup brace vs. POR  ; 3 goals
August Flag of the United States.svg Messiah Bright Orlando Pride Brace vs. NCC; 3 goals [55]
September/

October

Flag of the United States.svg Savannah McCaskill (2) Angel City FC 2 goals, 1 assist [56]

2024

MonthPlayer of the MonthClubStatlineRef.
March/
April
Flag of Brazil.svg Bia Zaneratto Kansas City Current 4 goals, 3 assists [57]

Multiple winners

As of January 23, 2024

The below table lists players who have won on more than one occasion.

Bold name*
Indicates current NWSL player
RankPlayerTeam(s)Wins
1 Kim Little Reign FC
4
Megan Rapinoe* Reign FC, OL Reign
3 Crystal Dunn* Washington Spirit, North Carolina Courage
3
Sam Kerr Sky Blue FC, Chicago Red Stars
Alex Morgan* Orlando Pride, San Diego Wave FC
Christine Sinclair* Portland Thorns FC
Sophia Smith* Portland Thorns FC
8 Sofia Huerta* Chicago Red Stars
2
Christen Press* Chicago Red Stars, Utah Royals FC
Savannah McCaskill* Angel City FC

See also

Related Research Articles

The 2013 National Women's Soccer League season was the inaugural season of the National Women's Soccer League, the top division of women's soccer in the United States. Including the NWSL's two professional predecessors, Women's Professional Soccer (2009–2011) and the Women's United Soccer Association (2001–2003), this was the seventh overall season of FIFA and USSF-sanctioned top division women's soccer in the United States. The league was operated by the United States Soccer Federation and received major financial backing from that body. Further financial backing was provided by the Canadian Soccer Association and the Mexican Football Federation. All three national federations paid the league salaries of many of their respective national team members in an effort to nurture talent in those nations.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">NWSL awards</span> Annual recognition awarded by the National Womens Soccer League

The National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) presents six annual awards to individual players. The Golden Boot award is presented to the top scorer at the end of the regular season, while the Most Valuable Player, Defender of the Year, Goalkeeper of the Year, Rookie of the Year, and Coach of the Year awards are voted on by various league constituents. As of 2021, these awards are voted upon in two rounds: in the first round, players (50%), owners/general managers/coaches (25%), and media (25%) vote to determine the nominees; in the second round, players (50%), owners/general managers/coaches (20%), media (20%), and fans (10%) vote among the nominees to determine the winners.

The National Women's Soccer League Player of the Week is a weekly soccer award given to individual players in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). The honor is awarded by popular social media vote to the player deemed to have put in the best performances over the past week.

The 2015 National Women's Soccer League season was the third season of the National Women's Soccer League, the top division of women's soccer in the United States. Including the NWSL's two professional predecessors, Women's Professional Soccer (2009–2011) and the Women's United Soccer Association (2001–2003), it was the ninth overall season of FIFA and USSF-sanctioned top division women's soccer in the United States. The league was operated by the United States Soccer Federation and received major financial backing from that body. Further financial backing was provided by the Canadian Soccer Association and the Mexican Football Federation. All three national federations paid the league salaries of many of their respective national team members in an effort to nurture talent in those nations.

The 2016 National Women's Soccer League season was the fourth season of the National Women's Soccer League, the top division of women's soccer in the United States. Including the NWSL's two professional predecessors, Women's Professional Soccer (2009–2011) and the Women's United Soccer Association (2001–2003), it was the tenth overall season of FIFA and USSF-sanctioned top division women's soccer in the United States. The league was operated by the United States Soccer Federation and received significant financial backing from that body. Further financial backing was provided by the Canadian Soccer Association. Both national federations paid the league salaries of many of their respective national team members in an effort to nurture talent in those nations.

The 2017 National Women's Soccer League season was the fifth season of the National Women's Soccer League, the top division of women's soccer in the United States. Including the NWSL's two professional predecessors, Women's Professional Soccer (2009–2011) and the Women's United Soccer Association (2001–2003), it was the eleventh overall season of FIFA- and USSF-sanctioned top-division women's soccer in the United States. The league is operated by the United States Soccer Federation and receives major financial backing from that body. Further financial backing is provided by the Canadian Soccer Association; both national federations pay the league salaries of many of their respective national team members in an effort to nurture talent in those nations.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Midge Purce</span> American soccer player (born 1995)

Margaret Melinda "Midge" Williams-Purce is an American soccer player who plays as a forward for NJ/NY Gotham FC in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) and the United States women's national soccer team. She previously played for Portland Thorns FC and the Boston Breakers. A 2023 NWSL Champion and Championship MVP, she is known for her strength on the ball and her willingness to defend from the attack.

The National Women's Soccer League Team of the Month, also called the Best XI of the Month since 2022, is a monthly women's soccer award given to individual players in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL).

The 2018 Seattle Reign FC season was the club's sixth season of play and their sixth season in the National Women's Soccer League, the top division of women's soccer in the United States. After finishing fifth in the league for two consecutive seasons, the Reign finished third to return to the playoffs, where they lost to Portland Thorns FC in the semi-final.

The 2018 Utah Royals FC season was the team's inaugural season, and its first in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), the top division of women's soccer in the United States.

The 2018 Houston Dash season was the team's fifth season as an American professional women's soccer team in the National Women's Soccer League. Before the start of the 2018 season Vera Pauw was appointed as head coach.

The 2018 National Women's Soccer League season was the sixth season of the National Women's Soccer League, the top division of women's soccer in the United States. Including the NWSL's two professional predecessors, Women's Professional Soccer (2009–2011) and the Women's United Soccer Association (2001–2003), it was the twelfth overall season of FIFA and USSF-sanctioned top division women's soccer in the United States. The league is operated by the United States Soccer Federation and receives major financial backing from that body. Further financial backing is provided by the Canadian Soccer Association. Both national federations pay the league salaries of many of their respective national team members in an effort to nurture talent in those nations and take the financial burden off individual clubs.

The 2018 North Carolina Courage season was the team's second season as a professional women's soccer team. North Carolina Courage played in the National Women's Soccer League, the top tier of women's soccer in the United States. On August 5, the Courage clinched the 2018 NWSL Shield for the second consecutive season after a 2–1 win over Portland. The Courage finished the 2018 regular season with only 1 loss and broke the record for most wins in a season (17), most points (57) and most goals (53).

The 2018 Portland Thorns FC season was the team's sixth season of existence. The Thorns played in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), the top division of women's soccer in the United States. The Thorns entered the season as defending NWSL Champions.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">2018 Orlando Pride season</span> Orlando Pride 2018 soccer season

The 2018 season was Orlando Pride's third season in the National Women's Soccer League, the top division of women's soccer in the United States. The team played its home games at Orlando City Stadium.

The 2019 Utah Royals FC season marks the team's second year of existence and its second season in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), the top division of the American soccer pyramid.

The 2019 National Women's Soccer League season was the seventh season of the National Women's Soccer League, the top division of women's soccer in the United States. Including the NWSL's two professional predecessors, Women's Professional Soccer (2009–2011) and the Women's United Soccer Association (2001–2003), it was the thirteenth overall season of FIFA and USSF-sanctioned top division women's soccer in the United States.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">2019 Portland Thorns FC season</span> Portland Thorns FC 2019 football season

The 2019 Portland Thorns FC season was the team's and the league's seventh season of existence. The Thorns play in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), the top division of women's soccer in the United States. Due to construction at Providence Park, the Thorns would start the season with six consecutive away matches.

The National Women's Soccer League Goal of the Week was a weekly soccer award given to individual players in the National Women's Soccer League from 2016 to 2019. The honor was awarded by popular social media vote to the player deemed to have scored the best goal over the past week.

The National Women's Soccer League Rookie of the Month is a monthly women's soccer award given to individual players in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) participating in their first season as a professional.

References

  1. 1 2 "OL Reign Forward Megan Rapinoe Named August Player of the Month" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. September 7, 2022. Retrieved September 7, 2022.
  2. 1 2 "Racing Louisville FC Midfielder Savannah DeMelo Named May Player of the Month, Presented by EA Sports" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. June 6, 2023. Retrieved June 6, 2023.
  3. "Thorns FC forward Christine Sinclair named league player of the month". Oregon Live. May 7, 2013. Retrieved February 23, 2014.
  4. "MAY'S BEST: BRITTANY CAMERON". Nwslsoccer.com. Retrieved August 21, 2013.
  5. "JUNE'S BEST: LAUREN CHENEY". Nwslsoccer.com. Retrieved August 21, 2013.
  6. "Erika Tymrak Voted NWSL Player of the Month". Our Sports Central. August 2, 2013. Retrieved February 23, 2014.
  7. "Monica Ocampo Voted NWSL Player of the Month". Sky Blue FC. August 22, 2013. Retrieved February 23, 2014.
  8. "KIM LITTLE VOTED ARMY NATIONAL GUARD PLAYER OF THE MONTH". Nwslsoccer.com. May 2, 2014. Retrieved May 2, 2014.
  9. Mayers, Joshua (June 4, 2014). "Reign FC's Kim Little wins NWSL Player of the Month — again". The Seattle Times. Retrieved June 5, 2014.
  10. "Nicole Barnhart voted Army National Guard Player of the Month". Our Sports Central. July 3, 2014. Retrieved July 25, 2014.
  11. "KIM LITTLE VOTED ARMY NATIONAL GUARD PLAYER OF THE MONTH". National Women's Soccer League. August 4, 2014. Retrieved August 4, 2014.
  12. "NADIA NADIM VOTED ARMY NATIONAL GUARD PLAYER OF THE MONTH". National Women's Soccer League. August 25, 2014. Retrieved August 29, 2014.
  13. "RED STARS' CHRISTEN PRESS VOTED PLAYER OF THE MONTH; Press scored four goals and added one assist over two games in April". nwslsoccer.com. May 1, 2015. Retrieved May 2, 2015.
  14. "RED STARS' SOFIA HUERTA VOTED NWSL PLAYER OF THE MONTH; Huerta, 22, has scored five goals over five games in May". nwslsoccer.com. June 3, 2015. Retrieved June 3, 2015.
  15. "REIGN FC KIM LITTLE VOTED NWSL PLAYER OF THE MONTH; The Aberdeen, Scotland native registered three goals and one assist in the month". nwslsoccer.com.
  16. "DASH'S CARLI LLOYD VOTED NWSL PLAYER OF THE MONTH; Lloyd, 33, helped Houston earn a 2-0-1 record in July to move into the number four spot in the standings". nwslsoccer.com. August 3, 2015. Retrieved August 3, 2015.
  17. "SPIRIT'S CRYSTAL DUNN VOTED NWSL PLAYER OF THE MONTH; Dunn, 23, helped Washington earn a 2-1-3 record in August to help the Spirit earn a spot in the 2015 NWSL Playoffs". nwslsoccer.com. September 3, 2015. Retrieved September 3, 2015.
  18. "Portland Thorns midfielder Tobin Heath named NWSL Player of the Month". OregonLive.com. May 4, 2016. Retrieved May 4, 2016.
  19. "THORNS FC'S TOBIN HEATH VOTED PLAYER OF THE MONTH Heath's three assists in two games helped lead Portland to a 1-0-1 record during April". May 4, 2016. Retrieved May 4, 2016.
  20. "Red Stars G Alyssa Naeher named player of the month for May". ESPN. June 1, 2016. Retrieved June 2, 2016.
  21. "Christine Sinclair named NWSL Player of the Month for June". StumptownFooty.com. July 1, 2016.
  22. "Washington Spirit Midfielder Estefania Banini Voted NWSL Player Of The Month". National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). August 2, 2016. Retrieved August 7, 2016.
  23. "PORTLAND THORNS FC FORWARD CHRISTINE SINCLAIR VOTED NWSL PLAYER OF THE OLYMPICS". NWSL. August 26, 2016. Retrieved June 2, 2016.
  24. "Portland Thorns midfielder Allie Long wins NWSL Player of the Month". September 29, 2016. Retrieved September 29, 2016.
  25. "Breakers midfielder Rose Lavelle named NWSL Player of the Month". bostonbreakerssoccer.com. May 4, 2017. Retrieved May 4, 2017.
  26. "Sam Kerr named May Player of the Month". nwslsoccer.com. National Women's Soccer League. May 31, 2017. Retrieved May 31, 2017.
  27. Balf, Celia (June 30, 2017). "Sky Blue FC forward Samantha Kerr voted NWSL Player of the Month". Excelle Sports. Retrieved June 30, 2017.
  28. "Reign FC Forward Megan Rapinoe Named NWSL Player of the Month". Seattle Reign FC. Retrieved July 26, 2017.
  29. "August Player of the Month: Alex Morgan". NWSLsoccer.com. National Women's Soccer League. September 1, 2017. Retrieved July 5, 2018.
  30. "September Player of the Month: Marta, Orlando Pride". October 4, 2017. Retrieved April 4, 2018.
  31. Balf, Celia (April 4, 2018). "Seattle Reign FC forward Megan Rapinoe voted March Player of the Month" . Retrieved April 4, 2018.
  32. Balf, Celia (May 2, 2018). "Chicago Red Stars midfielder Sofia Huerta voted April Player of the Month" . Retrieved May 2, 2018.
  33. Purdy, Jacqueline (June 1, 2018). "May Player of the Month: Rachel Daly". NWSLsoccer.com. National Women's Soccer League . Retrieved June 4, 2018.
  34. Balf, Celia (July 5, 2018). "June Player of the Month: Crystal Dunn". NWSLsoccer.com. National Women's Soccer League. Retrieved July 5, 2018.
  35. "July Player of the Month: Lindsey Horan". NWSLsoccer.com. National Women's Soccer League. August 1, 2018. Retrieved August 1, 2018.
  36. Balf, Celia (August 29, 2018). "August Player of the Month: Sam Kerr". NWSLsoccer.com. National Women's Soccer League . Retrieved August 29, 2018.
  37. "April Player of the Month: Crystal Dunn" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. May 1, 2019. Retrieved May 1, 2019.
  38. "May Player of the Month: Sam Kerr" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. May 30, 2019. Retrieved May 30, 2019.
  39. National Women's Soccer League [@NWSL] (July 3, 2019). "3⃣ goals in her last 3⃣ games..." (Tweet) via Twitter.
  40. Levine, Matthew (July 31, 2019). "July Player of the Month: Kristen Hamilton" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League . Retrieved June 6, 2023.
  41. Levine, Matthew (September 4, 2019). "August Player of the Month: Christen Press" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League . Retrieved June 6, 2023.
  42. "Orlando Forward Alex Morgan Named May Player of the Month" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. June 3, 2021. Retrieved June 6, 2023.
  43. "North Carolina Forward Lynn Williams Tabbed June Player of the Month" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. July 1, 2021. Retrieved June 6, 2023.
  44. "Washington Striker Ashley Hatch Named July Player of the Month" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. August 6, 2021. Retrieved June 6, 2023.
  45. "OL Reign Forward Megan Rapinoe Named August Player of the Month" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. September 2, 2021. Retrieved June 6, 2023.
  46. "OL Reign Forward Bethany Balcer Named September Player of the Month" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. October 8, 2021. Retrieved June 6, 2023.
  47. "NJ/NY Gotham FC Forward Margaret Purce Named October Player of the Month" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. November 4, 2021. Retrieved June 6, 2023.
  48. "San Diego Wave FC Forward Alex Morgan Named May Player of the Month" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. June 9, 2022. Retrieved July 21, 2022.
  49. "Portland Thorns FC Forward Sophia Smith Named June Player of the Month" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. June 23, 2022. Retrieved July 21, 2022.
  50. Svilar, Sam (June 27, 2022). "Sophia Smith named NWSL Player of the Month, Sam Coffey named Rookie of the Month for June". Stumptown Footy. Retrieved July 21, 2022.
  51. "Houston Dash Forward Ebony Salmon Named July Player of the Month" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. August 4, 2022. Retrieved August 4, 2022.
  52. "North Carolina Courage Forward Debinha Named September/October Player of the Month" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. October 14, 2022. Retrieved May 4, 2023.
  53. Clarke, Ryan (May 4, 2023). "Portland Thorns forward Sophia Smith named NWSL player of the month". The Oregonian . National Women's Soccer League . Retrieved May 4, 2023.
  54. "Portland Thorns FC Forward Sophia Smith Named June Player of the Month, Presented by EA Sports" (Press release). National Women's Soccer League. July 6, 2023. Retrieved July 6, 2023.
  55. "National Women's Soccer League Official Site | NWSL". www.nwslsoccer.com. Retrieved October 19, 2023.
  56. "National Women's Soccer League Official Site | NWSL". www.nwslsoccer.com. Retrieved January 23, 2024.
  57. "Kansas City Current Forward Bia Zaneratto Named March/April Player of the Month, Presented by EA Sports". National Women's Soccer League. May 7, 2024.