HARRISON, NJ (Thursday, September 5, 2024) - The National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) announced today that NJ/NY Gotham FC forward Ella Stevens has been named the Player of the Month, presented by EA SPORTS, for the month of August.

Stevens led Gotham FC to a 2-0-1 record this month throughout the regular season and NWSL x LIGA MX Femenil Summer Cup, scoring three goals and adding two assists in August.  

The Georgia native’s impressive August campaign is highlighted by a goal and two assists  in the club’s Summer Cup group stage victory over Chivas de Guadalajara Femenil at the beginning of the month. 

The Georgia native appeared in 131 minutes of action throughout the  month, the standout striker clocked two shots, both on target, along with four successful  dribbles past opponents in August.  

Throughout this season, Stevens has started in 10 of 15 games, recording 771 minutes. She currently leads the team in goals with six and shares the lead in assists with three. 

The NWSL Player of the Month, presented by EA SPORTS, is presented by Ally, is selected  by the NWSL Media Association, a collection of writers that cover the league on a  consistent basis, and the NWSL’s on-air broadcast talent. Awards for the month of August  are based off performances in both the regular season and NWSL x LIGA 

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