Luebbert, Richardson to Participate in NWSL Challenge Cup
6/23/2020 1:55:00 PM | Soccer
Former Mizzou Soccer players named to rosters for NWSL return to play tournament
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Former Mizzou Soccer player Sarah Luebbert (Jefferson City, Mo.) has been signed to the roster of the Chicago Red Stars for the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) Challenge Cup, the organization announced on Tuesday.
The NWSL is the highest women's soccer league in the United States, and is considered one of the best women's soccer leagues in the world. The 23-game, eight-team return-to-play tournament will be held outside of Salt Lake City, Utah, and will be held June 27-July 26.
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— sarah luebbert (@sarah_luebbe) June 23, 2020
Luebbert ended her career with the Tigers ranked in the top 10 on the career record book in goals (29, T-7th), assists (21, T-8th), game-winning goals (8, T-7th) and points (79, 8th). She was thrice named to the United Soccer Coaches all-region teams, and was a four-time All-SEC selection.
Mizzou Soccer will have two alumnae competing in the NWSL Challenge Cup, as Luebbert will be joined by Domi Richardson (2010-13). Richardson has been a member of Sky Blue FC since 2016, and was confirmed for the club's Challenge Cup roster today.
"I'm so excited for Sarah and Domi to have the opportunity to represent Mizzou at the highest level," Mizzou Soccer head coach Bryan Blitz said. "We have had a history of sending players to the professional leagues, and to see Sarah sign her first professional contract and to see Domi be a mainstay in the NWSL is exciting.
"It's a testament to the work ethic both players have demonstrated over the years that they get this opportunity. I can't wait to watch them play."
Richardson has been a member of the NWSL for six seasons, and she was a member of the Houston Dash (2014) and FC Kansas City (2015) prior to joining Sky Blue FC. She has made 35 appearances in her career.
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— Mizzou Soccer (@MizzouSoccer) June 23, 2020
Congratulations to @Domi_Richardson on being confirmed to the roster for @SkyBlueFC for the #NWSLChallengeCup, and good luck on season #?7? in the league!
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Both Luebbert and Richardson were also member of the United States Women's National Team during their undergraduate careers. Luebbert was called up to the U-23 national team in 2017, while Richardson was called up to the U-20 team in 2011.
The NWSL Challenge Cup will begin Saturday, June 27. Luebbert's first opportunity at a professional appearance will be that day at 9 p.m. CT, as Chicago faces the Washington Spirt. Sky Blue FC will play their first match on Tuesday, June 30, against OL Reign at 9 p.m. CT.
All matches of the NWSL Challenge Cup will be streamed on CBS All-Access, with matches re-airing on CBS Sports Network. A full schedule is available here.
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