Key Transactions
A total of 22 players comprise Racing Louisville FC’s inaugural roster ahead of this Saturday’s Challenge Cup opener against the Pride. Prior to the 2020 NWSL Expansion Draft, the league’s newest side bolstered its front line via trade with the Chicago Red Stars, acquiring forwards Savannah McCaskill and Yuki Nagasato. At midfield, Louisville opted to select Lauren Milliett from North Carolina via the Expansion Draft while drafting UNC-product Taylor Otto at the 2021 NWSL Draft in January. Fellow Tar Heels Julia Ashley and Emily Fox highlight the backline, acquired via the Expansion Draft and NWSL Draft, respectively, while Michelle Betos is expected to start between the posts after spending the last three seasons with OL Reign.