CHICAGO – Portland Thorns FC defender Emily Sonnett was named to the inaugural National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) Team of the Month as selected by the NWSL Media Association for the month of April of the 2017 NWSL season.
Sonnett made a league-leading five blocks while she helped the Thorns earn two shutouts in three matches during April. She also aided in extending Portland’s home winning streak to a league-record six games.
GK – Stephanie Labbé, Washington Spirit: Labbé made 17 saves over three appearances – including eight in a 1-0 loss to the North Carolina Courage on April 15.