The NWSL’s Iron Woman title honors players who complete every single minute of the season for their club—a true testament to their physical endurance and indispensable role on their teams. These athletes have withstood the demands of travel, fierce competition, and the league’s relentless pace, earning recognition for their remarkable consistency.
This year, seven players achieved Iron Woman status, with several reaching this milestone for the third time in their careers.
Abby Erceg - Racing Louisville FC
For Abby Erceg, this marks her second consecutive Iron Woman season with Louisville and her third-ever, with one Iron Woman season as a defender for the North Carolina Courage. Known for her leadership on the field and her high passing efficiency, Erceg’s role in the backline has been invaluable for Louisville as they build a team for the future.
Katie Lund - Racing Louisville FC
Erceg’s teammate and Racing Louisville FC’s goalkeeper Katie Lund continues to shine, earning her third straight Iron Woman season. As Louisville’s goalkeeper, Lund has been a fortress between the posts, keeping her team in contention game after game. Her impressive reflexes and shot-stopping ability are crucial in high-stakes moments, often turning the tide in tight matches.
Casey Murphy - North Carolina Courage
In her first Iron Woman season for North Carolina Courage, Casey Murphy’s commanding presence and consistency has helped the Courage maintain their position as one of the league’s top defensive teams and has been pivotal in earning them a spot in the 2024 NWSL Playoffs.
Kaleigh Kurtz - North Carolina Courage
Joining Murphy on the Iron Woman list from North Carolina, Kaleigh Kurtz has earned her third consecutive Iron Woman season, the second field player in league history to do so. As a center-back, Kurtz’s reliability and defensive awareness have solidified her as a key component of Courage’s backline, and her presence was especially vital in fortifying WakeMed Soccer Park as one of the league’s most formidable grounds.
Anna Moorhouse - Orlando Pride
Anna Moorhouse’s first Iron Woman season with Orlando Pride has highlighted her growth and adaptability in the league. Moorhouse’s contributions between the posts and her ability to stay composed under pressure is one of the biggest reasons why Orlando is the second-best defense in the league, with only 20 goals allowed all season. Earning Iron Woman status is just a cap to an already incredible season for Moorhouse, who set a new league record for shutouts and received her first callup to the England National Team. As Orlando focuses on the playoffs, her skill between the posts will again be vital as they seek to add a trophy alongside their 2024 NWSL Shield.
Kate Del Fava - Utah Royals
Earning her first Iron Woman season, Kate Del Fava from the Utah Royals has showcased remarkable versatility and endurance. As a defender, Del Fava’s work rate and tenacity have been crucial for Utah in their first season and she’s even contributed to the scoreline, with 2 goals and an assist to her name.
Tara McKeown - Washington Spirit
Rounding out the 2024 Iron Women roster is Tara McKeown from Washington Spirit, celebrating her first Iron Woman season. McKeown’s energy and relentless drive have made her a consistent threat, both defensively and offensively. A forward originally, her ability to transition to a defender and excel at it has been critical for the Spirit this season as they push to their first playoff appearance since 2021, when they won the NWSL Championship.