The NWSL opened up another offseason week with a big trade, sending four players to new locations, including Sofia Huerta and Megan Oyster. READ MORE
NWSL: Houston trades for Oyster, Groom; Reign FC pick up Huerta, Brooks
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NWSL: Houston Dash looking to “stick together” through rough patch
Right now, the Houston Dash are going through a rough patch. However, the season isn't lost and the team is sticking together no matter what. READ MORE
USWNT: Three biggest questions surrounding Saturday’s loss to France
Editorial (January 23, 2019) — Saturday was a different experience for the U.S. Women’s National Team. Normally, the team spends its January camp in sunny California. Sometimes, the women will train on the same pitch adjacent to the men’s national team. However, while the men are soaking up the sun in California, the women are spending […] READ MORE
Vera Pauw Leaves Houston Dash for the Netherlands
HOUSTON, Texas (Sept. 20, 2018) — After one season, Vera Pauw’s adventure in the National Women’s Soccer League is over. Pauw joined the Houston Dash this past off-season in attempts to pick up a dwindling club. However, despite not making the playoffs, Houston had an admirable season. The Dash finished the 2018 season with a 9-10-5 record. […] READ MORE
Jill Ellis Names 23-Player Roster for USWNT Friendlies Against Chile
CARSON, CALIFORNIA (August 22, 2018) — The final tune up before the U.S. Women’s National Team competes in FIFA World Cup qualifying is set. Jill Ellis, USWNT head coach, has named her 23-player roster ahead of friendlies against Chile. The South American country is already qualified for the World Cup, marking the nation’s first-ever tournament participation. […] READ MORE
Not down and out: Houston Dash crush Washington Spirit, 4-0
HOUSTON, TEXAS (Aug. 20, 2018) – The Houston Dash are still attempting to do what many thought was the impossible. Right now, with the NWSL season dwindling down week after week, the Houston Dash are still in contention for a playoff spot. How? A late-season spark that has put the Dash in seventh place with 29 […] READ MORE
Christen Press Booed in Return to Houston; Utah Royals Top Dash, 2-1
Christen Press, who made it clear she didn't want to feature for the Houston Dash, received a not so warm welcome in her return to BBVA Compass Stadium. READ MORE
USWNT Releases 25-Player Preliminary Roster for Tournament of Nations
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (July 18, 2018) — Jill Ellis has her preliminary roster ready for the Tournament of Nations. After a month-long break from international action, Ellis and the U.S. Women’s National Team will be back at the end of the month for the Tournament of Nations. The tournament features Brazil, Japan and Australia in a three-match […] READ MORE
Rachel Daly, Houston Dash Surprise Orlando Pride With 3-1 Victory
HOUSTON, TEXAS (July 11, 2018) — At a time when points are crucial, the Orlando Pride couldn’t find success down south. The Florida-based club traveled to Houston, Texas to face the Houston Dash at BBVA Compass Stadium on Wednesday. The Pride managed to get a goal on board, but the Dash went further. Rachel Daly, Houston […] READ MORE
Megan Rapinoe Scores, Notches Two Assists in Victory Over Houston Dash
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON (July 7, 2018) — There is no stopping Megan Rapinoe. The veteran forward is seemingly everywhere on the pitch for the Seattle Reign. Despite being 33 years old, there is no sign of slowing down for Rapinoe. Megan Rapinoe Plays a Part in All Three Goals as Seattle Reign Defeat Houston Dash Rapinoe’s abilities […] READ MORE
About Author
Rachael Kriger, Senior Editor
Rachael Kriger is a senior editor at Last Word on Soccer, and the lead Seattle Sounders writer. She has been with the site since March 2018, and serves as a social media expert and regular contributor on the Last Word SC Radio Podcast. Personally, Rachael lives in Pittsburgh, Pa., and is a nine-year basketball coach, an avid photographer and big Riverhounds fan. She loves her beloved Russian National Team and cried when they beat Spain in the 2018 FIFA World Cup.