Desiree Scott facts for kids
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Scott with the Kansas City Current in 2024
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| Full name | Desiree Rose Marie Scott | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Date of birth | July 31, 1987 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Place of birth | Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 1.60 m (5 ft 3 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Position(s) | Midfielder | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Current team
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Ottawa Rapid FC | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Number | 11 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Maples Cougars | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2005–2009 | Manitoba Bisons | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2006 | Vancouver Whitecaps FC | 5 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2010–2012 | Vancouver Whitecaps FC | 8 | (1) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2013 | FC Kansas City | 21 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2014–2015 | Notts County | 20 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2016–2017 | FC Kansas City | 35 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2018–2020 | Utah Royals | 38 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2021–2024 | Kansas City Current | 44 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2025– | Ottawa Rapid FC | 9 | (1) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 2003 | Canada U16 | 4 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2005–2006 | Canada U19 | 21 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 2010–2025 | Canada | 188 | (0) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Medal record
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| *Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of July 11, 2025 ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of May 31, 2025 |
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Desiree Rose Marie Scott, born on July 31, 1987, is a Canadian professional soccer player. She plays for Ottawa Rapid FC in the Northern Super League and is also a key member of the Canadian national team. People call her "the destroyer" because of her strong play. Desiree won a gold medal at the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. This was her third Olympic medal, as she also earned bronze medals in 2012 in London and 2016 in Rio.
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Early Life and Soccer Start
Desiree Scott grew up in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Her father was born in Kingston, Jamaica, and her mother was also from Winnipeg. As a child, she enjoyed many sports, including soccer, volleyball, track and field, and basketball. She started playing soccer when she was eight years old.
University Soccer Career
From 2005 to 2009, Scott played soccer for the University of Manitoba. She was part of their team, the Manitoba Bisons. In 2009, she was named a top player in Canadian university sports. She also received awards twice as a Canada West All-Star. In 2005, she won the Canada West Rookie of the Year award.
Professional Club Career
Playing for Vancouver Whitecaps
Scott played for the Vancouver Whitecaps FC from 2006 to 2012. In 2006, she played in five matches, helping the team win their second W-League title. In 2010, she played in seven regular games and two playoff games. She scored one goal and made one assist that season. Scott helped the Whitecaps reach the W-League Championship final, where they lost to Buffalo.
Joining FC Kansas City
In 2013, Desiree Scott joined FC Kansas City in the new National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). This was part of a special player assignment system for the league.
Time with Notts County
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In February 2014, Scott officially signed with Notts County in England's FA WSL. She missed the first part of the 2015 season while getting ready for the World Cup with Canada. However, she returned in time for the 2015 FA Women's Cup Final at Wembley Stadium. Notts County lost that final 1–0 to Chelsea. She left the club in February 2016 after playing in 20 league games.
Returning to FC Kansas City
In February 2016, it was announced that Scott would play for FC Kansas City again. She joined them for the 2016 NWSL season through the player allocation system.
Playing for Utah Royals FC
In February 2018, Scott moved to Utah Royals FC for the 2018 NWSL season. This was also through the player allocation system. She chose not to play during the 2020 NWSL Challenge Cup and the NWSL Fall Series.
Moving to Kansas City Current
In December 2020, Utah Royals FC stopped operating. Desiree Scott's playing rights were then moved to the Kansas City Current. In October 2024, Scott announced that she would retire from the NWSL at the end of the 2024 season.
Starting with Ottawa Rapid FC
In January 2025, she signed with Ottawa Rapid FC, a club in the Northern Super League. Scott scored her first professional goal for the club in their very first match. This happened on April 27, 2025, against AFC Toronto.
International Career for Canada
Scott has played for Canada's national youth teams, including the U-16 and U-19 squads. She made her debut for the senior national team at the 2010 Cyprus Cup. She also played in her first FIFA Women's World Cup in 2011, coming on as a substitute twice. Under coach John Herdman, Scott became a regular player. She won a gold medal at the 2011 Pan American Games.
At the 2012 London Olympics, Scott was praised for her strong play in the defensive midfield. She made a huge play in the bronze medal game, clearing a ball off the goal line to keep the score tied. When she returned to Winnipeg, fans cheered her name and sang the Canadian national anthem at the airport. Scott was very proud of this welcome.
On February 11, 2016, Scott played her 100th game for Canada. She became the 15th woman to reach this milestone. In May 2019, Scott was chosen for the team that played in the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup. She was also called up for the 2020 Summer Olympics, which were delayed. Scott was part of the Canada squad for the 2022 CONCACAF W Championship, where Canada finished second. She was an alternate player at the 2024 Summer Olympics.
In April 2025, Scott announced she would retire from international play. Her final international game was a friendly match against Haiti on May 31, 2025, in Winnipeg. This game celebrated her amazing career.
Coaching and Community Work
Scott is an assistant coach at her old university, the University of Manitoba. She was also an assistant coach for West Kildonan Collegiate from 2003 to 2005. She has coached at the South End United Soccer Academy. While playing for the Vancouver Whitecaps and the Canadian national team, she also ran soccer camps for kids. Scott has led soccer clinics and camps and taught at high school clubs in Winnipeg.
Since 2014, Scott has been an ambassador for the Homeless World Cup. She also supports KidSport Winnipeg, a charity that helps remove money problems so kids can play sports. She runs an annual soccer camp for girls through KidSport Winnipeg.
Awards and Achievements
Kansas City Current
- NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup: 2024
Canada
- Summer Olympics: Gold medal in 2021; bronze medal in 2012 and 2016
- Pan American Games: Gold medal in 2011
Individual
- Canada West Hall of Fame Inductee: 2019
See also
In Spanish: Desiree Scott para niños
- List of women's footballers with 100 or more caps
