The Boston Breakers have signed their top draft pick Christen Westphal, bringing their total roster count to the 20-player limit.
"Christen is a player that comes into the pro environment and can compete for a first-11 spot straight away," said head coach Matt Beard via team press release. "She will add competition to our defense, and I'm looking forward to working with her and improving her as a player."
Beard's comments on putting Westphal into a starting XI aren't just flattery; based on his preseason lineups, he is looking to get her adjusted to working in the back line with Kassey Kallman as soon as possible.