Lynn Williams

Professional soccer player, NWSL Champion

Lynn Williams - Professional soccer player, NWSL Champion
Born

May 21st, 1993
31 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional soccer player excelled in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). Played for teams including the Western New York Flash and North Carolina Courage. Contributed to multiple championship wins and participated in international competitions representing the national team.

Won the NWSL Championship with North Carolina Courage in 2018

Played for the Western New York Flash

Competed in the FIFA Women's World Cup

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