West Wake News

The North Carolina Courage has announced the extension of goalkeeper Marisa Bova's contract through the 2027 NWSL season. Originally contracted until 2025, Bova will now remain with the team for an additional three seasons.

Head Coach Sean Nahas expressed his enthusiasm about Bova's continued presence in the team: “We are excited to have Mo extend her time with us. She is an integral part of our culture and team who strives for excellence on a daily basis. Her growth under Nathan, shown in her performances last season, has been tremendous and her future continues to get brighter. Mo has grown into an absolute pro and is someone who has earned this extension. We can’t thank her enough for her trust and faith in us to want to stay with the club. We look forward to what’s ahead for Mo here in Courage country.”

Bova also shared her thoughts on the extension: “I couldn’t be more excited and grateful to extend my time with the Courage. There is nowhere I’d rather be than alongside these players, coaches and staff. The culture this club has built is truly special and the competitive training environment pushes me to get better every day. I’m thankful for the opportunity to keep challenging myself alongside this talented group.”

Bova made a notable debut during the 2024 NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup, where she excelled in penalty shootouts against Orlando Pride and Racing Louisville, making three saves. She played all four matches of that competition, recording eight saves, one clean sheet, and completing 90% of her passes.

Selected by the Courage as their 45th pick in the 2022 NWSL Draft after a successful college career at Purdue University, Bova ranked second in several categories including goals-against average (0.91) and shutouts (21). As a senior in 2021, she received All-Big Ten Second Team honors.