Zoe Thompson’s Leap Into Pro Soccer at 14
Fourteen‑year‑old Zoe Thompson is set to make her professional debut for Santa Clarita Blue Heat in the USL W league, stepping into a family legacy while carving her own path.
May 30, 2026
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USL W Expands to 96 Teams, Spotlighting Emerging Talent
The USL W, a pre‑professional women's soccer league, has grown from eight teams in 2021 to over 90 clubs, with the 2026 season set to feature 96 teams. The league offers college athletes a pathway to professional play, organizes competition into four conferences, and highlights rising stars such as Ella Bulava, Grace Ivey and Zoe Thompson.
May 25, 2026