The National Women’s Soccer League is introducing a pair of combines for prospective players at both the college and youth levels.
The combines will give players a chance to showcase their talents while giving teams scouting opportunities in the absence of a draft.
The NWSL collective bargaining agreement reached with its players’ union in 2024 eliminated the league draft, which was traditionally held in January. This year was the first without one. The CBA also included unrestricted free agency for all players.
The combines will take place over three days in December. The dates and location have not been released by the league.
One combine will be for players ages 18 to 23, and the other will be for players ages 13 to 17. About 60 players will be invited to each combine, the league sa