GERMANTOWN, Md. (Mar. 24, 2013) - Fielding
a lineup mirroring one that could easily start the NWSL season April
14, the Washington Spirit battled the Duke Blue Devils to a
entertaining, yet disappointing 0-0 draw in front of 544 fans at the
Maryland SoccerPlex home today. The match is the second of a five-game
preseason college exhibition series planned by the Spirit as they
prepare for their first season in the National Women's Soccer League.
All games in the series are
free to attend, with the Spirit taking on the defending National
Champion North Carolina on Saturday at 3:00 p.m. at the SoccerPlex.
Over 2,200 tickets have been claimed for the match so far; with fans
wishing to attend only needing to claim passes at tickets.washingtonspirit.com.
Playing in their only game
of the preseason due to upcoming national team games, Ali Krieger,
Ashlyn Harris, Diana Matheson, and Robyn Gayle all started in Mike
Jorden's 4-3-3 formation. It was also the debut for U.S. international
Lori Lindsey, who is expected to remain with her Spirit teammates for
the duration of preseason, barring a late call-up.
Florida draftee Holly King
also made an appearance today while home on spring break. The third
round draft pick is finishing school before joining the Spirit full
time in May.
