From the Fort Wayne Fever to the Kansas City Current: Amelia White’s Journey to the NWSL

On a recent episode of the Fort Wayne Footy podcast, we sat down with Fort Wayne native, Amelia White, to talk about her path from local fields to signing her first professional contract with the Kansas City Current of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL).

Fort Wayne Roots

White’s soccer roots run deep in Fort Wayne. She came up through the local club scene, starting with Fort Wayne Fever, then with Fort Wayne United, and starred at Homestead High School. Her senior season there remains legendary, capped by a state championship and performances that longtime fans still talk about. Whether it was her speed, unselfishness, or ability to take over games, White was a joy to watch—and a player who made everyone around her better.

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