Several Stars at the Women’s World Cup Honed Their Skills With US Collegiate Teams

Philippines' Sarina Bolden (R) competes for the ball with New Zealand's C.J. Bott during the Women's World Cup Group A soccer match between New Zealand and the Philippines in Wellington, New Zealand, on July 25, 2023. Andrew Cornaga/AP Photo

WELLINGTON, New Zealand—Christine Sinclair. Megan Rapinoe. Sarina Bolden.

Like many players in the Women’s World Cup, all three stars built their skills at the U.S. collegiate level.