The University of Alabama at Birmingham Athletics
Daugherty Signs with Racing Louisville FC
8/29/2022 1:39:00 PM | Women's Soccer
BIRMINGHAM - Former UAB goalkeeper Kelsey Daugherty has signed with Racing Louisville FC of the National Women's Soccer League.
"I'm super excited about the opportunity to play in the NWSL," said Daugherty. "Racing is a great club and I've felt welcomed by everyone here."
This is Daugherty's second stint in the NWSL – she signed with the Chicago Stars for the 2020 Fall Series.
Prior to returning to the United States, Daugherty made 35 appearances for Djurgårdens in Sweden's first division Damallsvenskan. In her two seasons, she recorded 12 clean sheets.
Daugherty signed her first professional contract in June 2019 with Fortuna Hjørring of the Elitedivisionen league in Denmark, where she played in 13 contests.
As a Blazer, Daugherty graduated as one of UAB's most decorated student-athletes. She capped her senior season by being named Conference USA Goalkeeper of the Year, First Team All-Conference, United Soccer Coaches All-South Region First Team and was a member of the Conference USA All-Academic First Team.
She finished her career as UAB's all-time leader in saves with 351, second in shutouts with 16, third with a goals against average of 1.35 and fourth with 28 victories.
"Going overseas helped me because I was able to play a lot of professional games and grow as a player. I loved my time in Sweden but it's good to be back home," added Daugherty.
The 2022-23 Gold Card for $65 here. The 2021-22 Gold Card will get you access to all home events for Women's Soccer, Men's Soccer, Volleyball, Women's Basketball, Softball, and Baseball (Regions Field & Young Memorial). This card is not valid for Conference USA or NCAA Championship events.
For more information on the UAB women's soccer team, follow @UAB_WSoc on Twitter and Instagram.
"I'm super excited about the opportunity to play in the NWSL," said Daugherty. "Racing is a great club and I've felt welcomed by everyone here."
This is Daugherty's second stint in the NWSL – she signed with the Chicago Stars for the 2020 Fall Series.
Prior to returning to the United States, Daugherty made 35 appearances for Djurgårdens in Sweden's first division Damallsvenskan. In her two seasons, she recorded 12 clean sheets.
Daugherty signed her first professional contract in June 2019 with Fortuna Hjørring of the Elitedivisionen league in Denmark, where she played in 13 contests.
As a Blazer, Daugherty graduated as one of UAB's most decorated student-athletes. She capped her senior season by being named Conference USA Goalkeeper of the Year, First Team All-Conference, United Soccer Coaches All-South Region First Team and was a member of the Conference USA All-Academic First Team.
She finished her career as UAB's all-time leader in saves with 351, second in shutouts with 16, third with a goals against average of 1.35 and fourth with 28 victories.
"Going overseas helped me because I was able to play a lot of professional games and grow as a player. I loved my time in Sweden but it's good to be back home," added Daugherty.
The 2022-23 Gold Card for $65 here. The 2021-22 Gold Card will get you access to all home events for Women's Soccer, Men's Soccer, Volleyball, Women's Basketball, Softball, and Baseball (Regions Field & Young Memorial). This card is not valid for Conference USA or NCAA Championship events.
For more information on the UAB women's soccer team, follow @UAB_WSoc on Twitter and Instagram.
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