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Thorns FC Sign Midfielder Katy Byrne as National Team Replacement Player

Published on May 31, 2019 under National Women's Soccer League (NWSL)
Portland Thorns FC News Release

PORTLAND, Ore. - Portland Thorns FC have signed midfielder Katy Byrne as a National Team Replacement player, it was announced today.

Byrne played four seasons (2015-18) at Pepperdine, appearing in 66 career matches (17 starts). During her career at Pepperdine, Byrne recorded three goals and five assists.

National Team Replacement players can be signed when a national team player is away on international duty and will not count against the team's roster limit.

Katy Byrne

Position: Midfielder

Height: 5-5

Born: Oct. 21, 1996

Hometown: Katy, Texas

College: Pepperdine

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