New ball, new kits, 2 new teams, and new players! I’m so excited for what this 2010 season has in store..
2010 Puma WPS Game Ball
The new kits also look very cool! I would definitely have to say they look way better than last year’s kits. I think my favorites are the LA Sol’s home “hybrid” jersey and Chicago Red Stars’ blue away jersey. The “V” neck style of the tops are very “in.” Later on in the night after the draft, Puma held their 2nd annual WPS Kit unveiling. Not quite your regular catwalk consisting of fragile under-fed models, but instead a group of last year’s stars and newly drafted players showcased the kits.
Puma unveils 2010 WPS Kits
New Kids on the Pitch
I was actually one of those west coasters who set their alarm for 6:55 AM to follow the 7:00 AM Draft on Twitter. First off, I thought the coverage of the Draft from WPS Headquarters and all of the teams were great and on point! I love social media..
To be honest, I felt like each team got better with each player they picked up – but some teams got better than others.
Had a good day at the Draft:
- FC Gold Pride came out of the draft with a pot of gold! There’s no doubt that they needed this boost, but now I think they should and will be a top contender this coming season. FCGP’s offense should light on fire with MAC Herman Trophy winner, Kelley O’Hara, and the return of Kandace Wilson. FCGP also drafted another Stanford Card in Ali Riley, who has world class experience through playing for the New Zealand Ferns. Also adding to the roster is 2008 U-20 World Cup Champions – Kaley Fountain and Becky Edwards.
- LA Sol also got some great picks out of the draft. Not quite as gold as FCGP, but definitely a great in the long run investment. Getting two Tar Heels in a draft is a steal. Nikki Washington – who is coming off an ACL injury – was LA’s first pick. Even though she is hurt, she’s worth it and I dig that pick. She’s unstoppable running down the planks and unbeatable in 1v1′s. Second pick was Casey Nogueira – I’ve said this once and I’ll say it again.. She is America’s most talented player. Her consistency worries me a bit, but big players step up in big games and she dominates in big games. Another investment pick that I really liked was Michelle Enyeart out of Portland. She is the fastest white girl I have ever seen. Along with the returning 2009 Sol team, plus Tina DiMartino, and adding these 3 players – this 2010 Sol team is going to be FAST, extremely skilled, and dynamic.
