Canadian forward Jordyn Huitema, a key attacking player for the Chicago Stars of the National Women’s Soccer League, has been placed on the league’s season‑ending injury list after a devastating ACL tear sustained during a July 18 matchup against Angel City FC.
A career built on winning
Huitema’s professional journey began at Paris Saint‑Germain, where she burst onto the scene at 18 and helped the club capture the Division 1 Féminine championship in 2021 and the Coupe de France Féminine the following year. After two successful seasons in France, she returned to North America, joining the Seattle Reign in 2022 and contributing to a squad that secured the NWSL Shield later that year.
Her impact extended to the international stage, where she earned 98 caps for the Canadian women’s national team, scoring 24 goals. Huitema was a member of Canada’s gold‑medal squad at the Tokyo Olympic Games and added two silver medals at the Concacaf W Championship. She also represented Canada at the 2019 and 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cups.
Road to recovery
Following surgery to repair the torn ligament, Huitema will embark on a rehabilitation program designed to restore full strength and mobility. The recovery timeline remains uncertain, but the forward expressed optimism about returning to competition when fully healed.
The injury comes at a pivotal moment for the Chicago Stars, who are navigating a competitive season and will need to adjust their attacking options in her absence. Team officials praised Huitema’s professionalism and wished her a swift recovery.