Marleen Schimmer became the first player ever to be drafted out of Grand Canyon University when San Diego Wave FC selected her in Saturday’s 2022 NWSL Draft, and the German was understandably jubilant after her selection.
The forward was San Diego’s second selection, coming at No. 9 overall, and she did not hide her excitement.
“Honestly, this feeling is absolutely amazing,” Schimmer told reporters after her selection. “I’m still speechless. I’m still shaking. I’ve been nervous all day, the last couple of days and so excited too. I really can’t wait to start my journey, my professional career with San Diego Wave FC and this is just the best feeling honestly.