Rising Star Alert: Smith’s Debut Season Recognized

Olivia Smith, the 20-year-old forward from Liverpool, is making waves in the Barclays Women’s super League (WSL). Her stellar performance has earned her nominations for two awards at the inaugural Women’s Professional Game Awards: Player of the WSL Season and Rising Star of the WSL.

The Road to Victory: How the Winners Are Chosen

The winners of these prestigious awards will be steadfast through a complete voting process. the WPLL Board of Directors, the association of Soccer Writers, and the association of Football Fans will all contribute to the final decision.

A Season to Remember: Smith’s Impact on the Reds

Smith has made a significant impact on Liverpool Women, scoring seven goals in her 19 league games this season, all of which she started. Her contributions have been crucial to the team’s performance.

The Competition: Who Else Is in the running?

Smith faces stiff competition in both categories. Here’s a look at the other finalists:

WSL Player of the Season Finalists:

• Alessia Russo (Arsenal)
• Aggie Beever-Jones (Chelsea)
• Kiko Seike (Brighton & Hove Albion)
• Mariona Caldentey (Arsenal)
• Mary Fowler (Manchester City)
• Maya Le Tissier (Manchester United)
• Olivia Smith (Liverpool)
• Sandy Baltimore (Chelsea)
• Shekier Martínez (West Ham United)

WSL Rising star Finalists:

• Aggie Beever-Jones (Chelsea)
• Ella Morris (Tottenham Hotspur)
• Grace Clinton (Manchester United)
• Kiko Seike (Brighton & Hove Albion)
• Michelle
• Olivia Smith (Liverpool)
• shekier Martínez (West Ham United)

Looking Ahead: The Awards Ceremony

Smith will discover if she has secured either of these honors at the awards ceremony on Sunday night. The entire Liverpool community is eagerly anticipating the results and celebrating her achievements.