The North Carolina Courage, a club in the National Women’s Soccer League have officially secured the services of Super Falcons striker Chioma Okafor.
Okafor has signed a three-year deal with the option for a fourth year, marking the beginning of her professional career after an impressive collegiate stint at the University of Connecticut.
During her four seasons with the Huskies, the 22-year-old forward tallied 30 goals and contributed five assists across 57 appearances.
Okafor Ready For New Challenge
Speaking about her move, Okafor shared her excitement, “I am excited to call North Carolina home and sign with the Courage. From the early conversations with the team, I fell in love with the developmental plan they laid out for me and the drive to build back this club’s championship roots. I can’t wait to get to work in 2026,” she told the club’s official website.
Exciting Times Ahead
Courage Chief Soccer Officer Ceri Bowley expressed high expectations for the Nigerian international, “We’re excited to welcome Chioma Okafor to the North Carolina Courage. Chioma is a dynamic, fearless attacker whose pace, power, and willingness to take on defenders bring dimensions we’ve been looking to add to our front line. Beyond her on-field qualities, Chioma brings a competitive edge and a growth mindset that fits the culture we’re building. She works, she listens, and she’s hungry to develop. We’re delighted Chioma is joining the Courage, and we’re looking forward to integrating her into our squad.”
With this signing, the Courage are looking to strengthen their squad as they aim to reclaim championship glory, while Okafor embarks on the next chapter of her football journey.
