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Duke Women’s Soccer in the NWSL: Ella Stevens
6/12/2020 10:17:00 AM | Women's Soccer
DURHAM, N.C. – A number of former Duke women's soccer stars are on the grind in the professional ranks in the National Women's Soccer League. Ella Stevens is set to begin her first season in the NWSL as a member of the Chicago Red Stars.
Stevens, the 24th overall pick in this year's National Women's Soccer League College Draft, became the first Blue Devil to be drafted by the Red Stars in program history. With her selection, Duke has had 14 all-time selections in the NWSL Draft, and at least one pick in the last five drafts.
Stevens proved to be an offensive catalyst for Duke this season, earning All-Region honors for the third time in her career. The Grayson, Ga., native was also named to the All-ACC Second Team earlier this season, marking the fourth year receiving conference honors.
This season, she tied for the team lead in points with 22, while tying for second in goals scored with eight. Her 82 career points place her sixth all-time in Duke history, while she ranks amongst the top five in program history in career goals scored (24) and career assists (34).
Q&A with Stevens:
What is your favorite Duke memory?
ES: "My favorite memory from Duke would have to be from my sophomore season. It was the quarterfinals of the NCAA Tournament and we played Baylor at home. It was a night game and the crowd was awesome. The atmosphere was just amazing. We ended up winning 4-0 and I remember at the end of it, we were all on the field celebrating. That was just such a fun game to be a part of.
What makes Duke such a special place?
ES: "What makes Duke so special is the people, my teammates and the coaches—really everyone you're surrounded with. These are people that I saw every single day. They were my best friends, and without them I wouldn't have had the experience that I did."
How have you been staying active while quarantining?
ES: "I've been trying to stay fit, healthy and strong during this quarantine with a lot of at-home workouts. Our trainer has sent a lot of good things to do at home—a lot of bodyweight circuits and a lot of technical work. Also just getting outside when we can, whether it's walking the dog and spending time with my family."
For more information on Duke women's soccer, follow the Blue Devils on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram by searching for "DukeWSoc". You can also find all-access coverage of all Duke athletic programs on SnapChat by searching for "dukeathletics".
#GoDuke
Stevens, the 24th overall pick in this year's National Women's Soccer League College Draft, became the first Blue Devil to be drafted by the Red Stars in program history. With her selection, Duke has had 14 all-time selections in the NWSL Draft, and at least one pick in the last five drafts.
Stevens proved to be an offensive catalyst for Duke this season, earning All-Region honors for the third time in her career. The Grayson, Ga., native was also named to the All-ACC Second Team earlier this season, marking the fourth year receiving conference honors.
This season, she tied for the team lead in points with 22, while tying for second in goals scored with eight. Her 82 career points place her sixth all-time in Duke history, while she ranks amongst the top five in program history in career goals scored (24) and career assists (34).
Q&A with Stevens:
What is your favorite Duke memory?
ES: "My favorite memory from Duke would have to be from my sophomore season. It was the quarterfinals of the NCAA Tournament and we played Baylor at home. It was a night game and the crowd was awesome. The atmosphere was just amazing. We ended up winning 4-0 and I remember at the end of it, we were all on the field celebrating. That was just such a fun game to be a part of.
What makes Duke such a special place?
ES: "What makes Duke so special is the people, my teammates and the coaches—really everyone you're surrounded with. These are people that I saw every single day. They were my best friends, and without them I wouldn't have had the experience that I did."
How have you been staying active while quarantining?
ES: "I've been trying to stay fit, healthy and strong during this quarantine with a lot of at-home workouts. Our trainer has sent a lot of good things to do at home—a lot of bodyweight circuits and a lot of technical work. Also just getting outside when we can, whether it's walking the dog and spending time with my family."
For more information on Duke women's soccer, follow the Blue Devils on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram by searching for "DukeWSoc". You can also find all-access coverage of all Duke athletic programs on SnapChat by searching for "dukeathletics".
#GoDuke
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