Football Ferns head coach Jitka Klimková has named a strong 23-player squad for the SheBelieves Cup (18-24 February NZT), headlined by the return of senior defender Rebekah Stott. Stott returns to the squad following successful treatment after being diagnosed with Stage 3 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma a year ago. Former Reign player Rebekah Stott returns to Ford Football Ferns as SheBelieves Cup squad announced
On February 7, 2013, Lauren Barnes was selected by the Reign with its second pick in the NWSL Supplemental Draft. Barnes, who is entering her tenth season with the Reign, has remained with the team ever since, leading the Reign’s backline.