After the thrilling semifinal at Providence Park on Sunday, the league announced that Portland Thorns players Sophia Smith and Sam Coffey were named to the Best XI First Team, while centerbacks Becky Sauerbrunn and Kelli Hubly made it to the Best XI Second Team.
The 2022 @mastercard Best XI teams are on another LEVEL
— National Women’s Soccer League (@NWSL) October 25, 2022
Sam Coffey has had a stellar year in her rookie season with the Thorns. Although she played in an attacking position at college, the 23 year-old adapted very well to her new defensive midfielder role, convincing coach Wilkinson to make her a starter in that part of the field.