Those familiar with the intricacies of NWSL and women's soccer will have no doubt heard the name Jaedyn Shaw in recent times. The 17-year-old midfielder had announced her intention to forgo her NCAA eligibility and join the professional ranks as soon as possible. San Diego Wave FC have announced today that they obliged and signed her to her first-ever professional contract.
“I believe wholeheartedly in the development and investment in young players, and as a club, we are passionate about giving them the platform to perform,” Wave FC Head Coach Casey Stoney commented on the signing.