Hailey Davidson Explained

Hailey Davidson
Fullname:Hailey Davidson
Birth Date:2000 11, mf=y
Birth Place:Prosper, Texas, U.S.
Position:Defender
Currentclub:Dallas Trinity FC
Clubnumber:11
Youthclubs1:FC Dallas
Collegeyears1:2018–2019
College1:Oklahoma Sooners
Collegecaps1:33
Collegegoals1:4
Collegeyears2:2020–2022
College2:Pittsburgh Panthers
Collegecaps2:56
Collegegoals2:0
Years1:2023
Clubs1:Mallbackens IF
Caps1:14
Goals1:0
Years2:2023–2024
Clubs2:Wellington Phoenix FC
Caps2:21
Goals2:0
Years3:2024–
Clubs3:Dallas Trinity FC
Caps3:0
Goals3:0
Youthyears1:2008–2017

Hailey Davidson (born November 10, 2000)[1] is an American professional soccer player from Prosper, Texas, who currently plays as a defender for the Dallas Trinity FC in the USL Super League.

Early life

Davidson spent several years playing for the FC Dallas youth academy. She participated in Nationals in 2015, 2016, and 2017. She was also a two-time Market Training Invitee and played twice against the U.S. Soccer U15 Girls National team.[2] She also played for Prosper High School, leading her team to 26 wins in just her junior year as well as a 5A regional finals appearance.[3]

College career

Oklahoma Sooners, 2018–2019

In 2018, Davidson began her college soccer career at the University of Oklahoma. As a freshman, she started 13 games for the Sooners. In her sophomore year, Davidson made 20 appearances, further establishing herself as a key player for the team.[4]

Pittsburgh Panthers, 2020–2022

In 2020, Davidson transferred to the University of Pittsburgh and instantly became a regular starter in the Panthers' backfield. In her final season with the Panthers in 2022, Davidson played a crucial role in leading the Panthers to their most successful season in program history, achieving 14 wins and making their first ACC tournament appearance and the program's their first ever NCAA tournament appearance. At the NCAA tournament, the Panthers defeated Buffalo in the first round and Georgetown in the second but would loss to Florida State in the round of 16.[5]

Club career

Mallbackens IF

Davidson went undrafted in the 2023 NWSL Draft. She joined the Houston Dash for pre-season camp but she did not make the final roster. Afterwards, Davidson joined Mallbacken of the Swedish Elitettan in March 2023.[6]

Wellington Phoenix FC

n August 2023, Davidson signed a one-year contract with Wellington Phoenix FC for the 2023–24 season, becoming the second American player to join the club after Hope Breslin. She made an immediate impact, helping the Phoenix secure four victories in their first six matches, surpassing their win total from the previous season. With Davidson's contribution, the Phoenix achieved their best league finish to date.[7]

Dallas Trinity FC

On June 3, 2024, Davidson became the second player to sign with the newly established Dallas Trinity FC, joining the club after Amber Brooks.[8]

Style of play

Pitt Assistant Head Coach Ben Waldrum is quoted as saying: “Hailey is the definition of a competitor. She has a passion for the game and puts the extra time into making her game better."[9]

Career Statistics

College[10] [11]

CollegeRegular SeasonConference ChampionshipNCAA TournamentTotal
ConferenceSeasonAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
Oklahoma SoonersBig 12201817410184
201919010200
Total3642000384
Pittsburgh PanthersACC2020160160
2021180180
20221801030220
Total5201030560
Career total8843030944

Club

ClubSeasonLeagueLeague CupOtherTotal
DivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoals
Mallbackens IF2023Elitettan1400000140
Wellington Phoenix FC2023-2024A-League2100000210
Dallas Trinity FC2024USL Super League00000000
Career total3500000350

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Hailey Davidson . 2024-07-21 . Wellington Phoenix . en-AU.
  2. Web site: Dallas . F. C. . SIGNING NIGHT: Hailey Davidson, Meeting Expectations On and Off the Field . 2024-08-10 . FC Dallas . en.
  3. Web site: MSN . 2024-08-16 . www.msn.com.
  4. Web site: Hailey Davidson - 2018-19 - Soccer . 2024-07-21 . University of Oklahoma . en.
  5. Web site: Hailey Davidson - Women's Soccer . 2024-07-21 . Pitt Panthers #H2P . en.
  6. Web site: Hailey Davidson . 2024-08-10 . Wellington Phoenix . en-AU.
  7. Web site: Phoenix foreigners create 'little family' in Wellington sunshine . 2024-07-29 . 1News . en.
  8. Web site: Carrick . Buzz . 2024-06-04 . Dallas Trinity FC signs Hailey Davidson . 2024-07-29 . 3rd Degree . en-US.
  9. Web site: Krysinsky . John . 2020-01-06 . Pitt women's soccer add transfer Hailey Davidson for 2020 season . 2024-07-21 . Pittsburgh Soccer Now . en-US.
  10. Web site: Hailey Davidson - Women's Soccer . 2024-08-17 . Pitt Panthers #H2P . en.
  11. Web site: Hailey Davidson - 2018-19 - Soccer . 2024-08-17 . University of Oklahoma . en.