The Washington Spirit’s backline hasn’t been exempt from the gutting the rest of the team has undergone. Veteran right back Ali Krieger was traded to the Orlando Pride, while Megan Oyster was traded to the Boston Breakers. On top of that, defender Caprice Dydasco and goalkeeper Kelsey Wys each tore their ACL in the fall.
The Spirit’s backline did gain Kassey Kallman, a former Boston Breakers defender who the Spirit acquired in the trade that dealt Oyster. Kallman will likely start at left back this season. In addition, the Spirit drafted and signed UNC product Cameron Castleberry, who can play on the backline as well.