Sky Blue FC Sign No. 29 NWSL College Draft Pick Kenie Wright
April 20, 2019 - National Women's Soccer League (NWSL)
Sky Blue FC News Release
Howell, N.J. - Sky Blue FC have added the No. 29 overall pick in the 2019 NWSL College Drat, midfielder Kenie Wright, from Rutgers University, to the team's roster. Per team and league polices, terms of the contract were not announced.
"I am so thankful to be signing with Sky Blue FC," said Wright. "It has been a dream of mine to play at this level since I was a kid. Thank you to my family, friends and everyone at Rutgers for being so supportive along the way. So happy to be a part of this team!"
"Kenie has had a solid pre-season and has been a great spark to our squad," said Head Coach Denise Reddy. "She is a multi-positional player and a consistent worker who brings energy day-in and day-out."
Wright, 21, recorded 2 goals and 17 assists in 88 appearances as a Scarlet Knight.
In her senior year Wright was recognized as a member of the 2018 Second Team All-Big Ten and was the Sportsmanship Award Honoree.
Transaction: Sky Blue FC add No. 29 overall NWSL College Draft Pick Kenie Wright to roster.
Kenie Wright
Hometown: Mount Laurel, N.J. Date of Birth:
College: Rutgers University
Height: 5-3
How Acquired: No. 29 overall pick in the 2019 NWSL College Draft
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