HOUSTON, Texas. – Penn State women's soccer captain Amanda Dennis has signed a contract to join the Houston Dash announced today, Jan. 27 by the club. Dennis joins Kaleigh Riehl as the second Nittany Lion to join the NWSL this offseason. Riehl was selected with the 11th overall pick earlier this month in the NWSL College Draft.
"We're thrilled to see Amanda have the opportunity to pursue her dreams by signing a professional contract with the Houston Dash. She has proven to be one of the best goalkeepers in college soccer and has all the tools to be successful at the next level." Head coach Erica Dambach said.
Dennis was the Nittany Lions starting goalkeeper for three seasons, making 72 starts in goal for Penn State. Dennis won 45 games and recorded 24 shutouts during her time as a Nittany Lion. She ranks third all-time with .77 goals against average and fourth all-time with 45 wins, 6,129 minutes played and 24 shutouts. She ranks fifth all-time in program history with 202 saves.
"I'm beyond honored and grateful that the Houston Dash have given me the opportunity to continue my career in the NWSL. Thank you to all of my Penn State teammates, the coaching staff, the support staff and the community as a whole for allowing me to push myself and grow as a person, student and player. I have had an amazing four years at Penn State and I'm thrilled for the next step with the Dash." Dennis added.
Dennis is the third Nittany Lion to join the professional ranks following the 2019 season. Along with Riehl's draft selection, senior captain Ellie Jean signed a professional contract with FC Nordsjælland in Denmark.
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