NWSL: Sky Blue FC – 2017 Season Preview

Sky Blue are set to begin the fifth season in the NWSL, with the club from New Jersey eyeing a first playoff appearance since 2013.

After failing to make the playoffs three consecutive years, Sky Blue will look to put an end to their playoff drought in 2017. The club had few changes in the offseason, with the majority of their roster from last season will be returning.

A Recap of 2016

Record: 7-5-8

Finishing Position: 7th

Inconsistency was prevalent in 2016 for Sky Blue, the club struggled to build off wins and never got into a rhythm that allowed them to move up the table. They went on a three-match win streak in the middle of July, but then proceeded to go on a three-match losing streak in the…