By OkayGoal 
As we gear up for the start of the 2025 NWSL season, there’s one thing we can guarantee—it’s going to be electric! From breakout rookies to young stars already making waves on the international stage, the league is bursting with fresh talent, and Parkside’s new Pacific Collection captures just that.
Featuring standout talent from NY Gotham FC, Angel City FC, Kansas City Current, Washington Spirit, and Houston Dash, this premium chrome refractor set captures the energy and promise of the league’s next generation. Each box includes ten cards—complete with one guaranteed Next Wave card, one Signature Series card, and one Rare Relic card—making it the perfect way to celebrate your favorite rising stars.
This special set shines a spotlight on the up-and-comers across the league—players you’ll want to keep your eye on (and add to your collection!). Here are a few of our fave rising stars featured in the Pacific Collection:
Mac Whitham
- Age: 14
- Position: Forward
- # of NWSL seasons: 1
- Hometown: Granite Bay, California
- Club: Slammers FC HB Køge
History has been made, and her name is Mak Whitham. At just 14 years old, Mak became the youngest player ever to sign and debut in the NWSL. Oh—and did we mention she signed a NIL deal with Nike at age 13? Talk about a prodigy. She’s fearless, fast, and already showing flashes of brilliance at the pro level. Gotham’s got a gem on their hands.
Angel City FC: Alyssa Thompson
- Age: 20
- Position: Forward
- # of NWSL seasons: 3
- Hometown: Studio City, California
- High School: Harvard-Westlake School
- Club: Real SoCal
The face of the next generation – Alyssa Thompson made headlines as the youngest draft pick in league history, going No. 1 overall in 2023 straight out of high school. Since then, she’s scored 9 goals and made 9 assists across 53 NWSL matches—and she’s only just getting started! From Gatorade Player of the Year to making her USWNT debut in 2022, Alyssa’s already building a legacy in Los Angeles.
Kansas City Current: Claire Hutton
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- Age: 19
- Position: Midfielder
- # of NWSL seasons: 1
- Hometown: Bethlehem, New York
- High School: Bethlehem High School
Claire Hutton is a baller—plain and simple. She was dominating high school soccer while still in middle school, and being the prodigy that she is, she jumped straight into the pros with Kansas City after high school. Her resume includes a bronze medal at the 2023 Pan American Games and the 2024 U-20 World Cup. And as for her composure and vision on the field? Beyond her years.
Washington Spirit: Croix Bethune
- Age: 24
- Position: Midfielder
- # of NWSL seasons: 2
- Hometown: Alpharetta, Georgia
- High School: Alpharetta High School
What a rookie year. Croix Bethune burst onto the NWSL scene by tying the league’s single-season assist record and scooping up both Rookie of the Year and Midfielder of the Year honors. And if that wasn’t enough, she also helped bring home gold for the U.S. at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Her playmaking is elite, and she’s becoming a cornerstone of the Spirit’s midfield!
Houston Dash: Avery Patterson
- Age: 22
- Position: Fullback
- # of NWSL seasons: 1
- Hometown: Jacksonville, Florida
- Club: Florida Elite Soccer Academy
- High School: The Bolles School
Quietly becoming one of the most dependable defenders in the league, Avery Patterson made a huge impression in her first season. With over 2,400 minutes played, 2 assists, and a goal, she was the Dash’s ironwoman—and earned Newcomer of the Year honors to show for it. Her USWNT debut during the Brazil friendlies proved she’s not just solid—she’s ready to shine on the biggest stage.
Making Waves — And These Stars Are Leading It!
These young talents are taking over, and we cannot wait to see how their stories unfold this season. From record-breaking debuts to Olympic gold, the future of the NWSL is looking very bright.
The 2024 NWSL Pacific Collection is on presale, but supplies are limited. This set celebrates the fearless women who inspire socceristas of all ages to chase greatness on and off the pitch.
Pre-order today at parksidecards.com and own a piece of the 2024 season.