Red Stars D Sam Staab (Achilles) out for season
Jul 6, 2024; Bridgeview, Illinois, USA; Chicago Red Stars defender Sam Staab (3) warms up before a match against the Houston Dash at SeatGeek Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-USA TODAY Sports The Chicago Red Stars placed defender Sam Staab on the season-ending injury list Thursday with a torn Achilles tendon.
Staab, 27, sustained the injury during Saturday's 0-0 shootout loss against NJ/NY Gotham FC.
"We are disheartened to learn the extent of Sam's injury," Red Stars general manager Richard Feuz said. "Over her short time with the club, Sam has fully committed herself to her teammates and been a wonderful leader on and off the pitch. As Sam begins the recovery process, we will ensure that we provide the support she needs so she can rest and focus on her health."
Staab had started all 16 matches in her debut season with Chicago, contributing one goal and two assists.
She played collegiately at Clemson (2015-18) before launching her pro career with the NWSL's Washington Spirit (2019-23).
--Field Level Media
- NBA Picks Today: Hawks-Bulls and Grizzlies-Pelicans Highlight Friday's Best Bets
- Giants vs. Commanders Prediction: New York Gets the Edge at Home
- NBA Best Betting Picks, Predictions Thursday November 12th
- College Basketball Best Bets: Two Picks for Wednesday's Mid-Major Slate
- NBA Best Bets Today: Two Picks for Wednesday's Slate
- Three NBA Futures It’s Not Too Late To Place
- NBA Predictions: Three Picks for Monday, Including Hawks-Lakers and Spurs-Suns
