OMAHA, Neb. – Recent Creighton women's soccer graduate and standout Stella Downing officially announced the signing of her first professional soccer contract. Downing inked a deal to play for the Ottawa Rapid FC within the newly formed Canadian Northern Super League (NSL) during the 2025 season.
"I am beyond grateful to have the opportunity to continue to play the game I love professionally," said Downing. "To be able to do it in my home country and be a part of history in Canada is a true blessing."
Downing made an immediate impact in her lone season on the pitch with the Bluejays, earning Second Team All-BIG EAST honors in 2024.