Key Transactions
Since the conclusion of the 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup, the Spirit have signed defender Camryn Biegalski to a one-year contract after she was previously signed as a National Team Replacement Player in April. Off the field, the Spirit announced this week additions to its investor group, highlighted by Washington Capitals star Alexander Ovechkin.
Recent Form
The Spirit finished the NWSL Challenge Cup with a record of 1-2-1, sitting at fourth in the East upon conclusion of the competition. Washington fell to both North Carolina and the Pride to account for their two losses, while earning a 1-0 shutout victory over Racing Louisville and finishing their four-game slate with a scoreless draw against eventual top-finishers in the East, Gotham FC.