CARY, NC (December 14, 2021) – The North Carolina Courage have picked up forward Jorian Baucom and midfielder Jordyn Listro from the waiver wire, the club announced today.
“Once we saw that Jorian and Jordyn were available, we knew that adding them would help in building positional depth and experience for our roster,” said Head Coach Sean Nahas. “After speaking with them both, we are excited to add them to the locker room. We look forward to welcoming them to North Carolina and helping them grow in their playing journey.”
Baucom joins the Courage after one season with Racing Louisville FC, for whom she appeared in fifteen matches for a total of 445 minutes. While with the Louisville side, the University of Colorado alum collected one goal, seven total shots, and one key pass, maintaining a 66.7% success rate in tackles and a 42.1% success rate in aerial duels. Prior to her time in the NWSL, Baucom spent a season with AC Sparta Praha of the Czech First Division, and another with MSV Duisburg of the Frauen-Bundesliga. In nine appearances with MSV Duisburg, the Scottsdale native tallied four goals in nine appearances.
“I couldn’t be more excited to play for such a prestigious team,” said Baucom. “I’m looking forward to growing and learning from some of the best players in the world. [I’m] ready for next season!”
Listro joins the North Carolina side from the Kansas City Current, rejoining former teammates Kiki Pickett and Amy Rodriguez on the Courage roster. While with the Current, Listro appeared in nine matches for a total of 322 minutes, maintaining a 75% passing success rate, a 60.9% success rate in duels, and a 75% success rate in aerial duels. Listro also boasts experience on the international stage, receiving her first senior team call-up in January of 2021 and representing Canada at the SheBelieves Cup.
“It is a privilege to be joining the most successful team in NWSL history,” said Listro. “The Courage’s commitment to winning makes it the ideal home for any pro. Their commitment to being the fittest players in the league year in and year out matches the high standard I have tried to exhibit throughout my career. I can’t wait for preseason!”
