The Philadelphia Force are a

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(UWLX) professional women's

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team based in

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. They have played in the UWLX since the 2016 season. In the 2016 season, the four teams in the UWLX will play on a

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format, with all four teams playing at a single venue.

Franchise history

The Philadelphia Force is one of the original four teams of the

(MLL). UWLX was founded by

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and Aronda Kirby in a strategic partnership with STX. On February 23, 2016, Caitlin Jackson was announced as the first general manager in franchise history. On March 17, 2016, Missy Doherty was announced as the Force's first head coach. The first game in franchise history took place on May 28, 2016 at

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in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Opposing the Boston Storm, Philadelphia lost by a 16–8 mark. The team's first-ever goal was scored by Rebecca Lynch, with Hilary Bowen logging the assist. Bridget Bianco would register 11 saves in the loss.

Draft history

The following represented the Force's inaugural draft class. Michelle Tumolo would be the first player drafted in franchise history.

References

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Franchise history

Draft history

See also

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