The OL Reign of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) have been on the rise in recent years, and they are hoping to continue their success in 2023. Two players who have been instrumental to their success, but have flown under the radar, are midfielder Jess Fishlock and defender Steph Catley.
Fishlock is a Welsh international who joined the Reign in 2017. She has been a key part of the team’s midfield ever since, providing a creative spark and a calming presence. She has scored 11 goals and provided 15 assists in her four seasons with the Reign, and she is a leader on and off the field.
Catley is an Australian international who joined the Reign in 2018. She has been a mainstay at left back for the Reign, providing defensive stability and attacking flair. Catley has been one of the most consistent players on the team, and she has been a key part of their defensive success.
Both Fishlock and Catley have been integral to the Reign’s success in recent years, but they have not received the recognition they deserve. They have both been overlooked for NWSL awards, and they have not been included in the NWSL Best XI. This is despite the fact that they have both been consistently excellent for the Reign.
The OL Reign will need Fishlock and Catley to continue to be at their best if they are to achieve success in 2023. They are two of the most important players on the team, and their contributions will be critical if the Reign are to reach their goals. If they can continue to play at a high level, then the Reign will be in a good position to challenge for the NWSL title in 2023.
