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Temwa Chawinga named NWSL Player of the Month for May 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 7:42 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Temwa Chawinga named NWSL Player of the Month for May 2026

Summary

The NWSL has recognized standout players for May as the league enters its June break. Temwa Chawinga of Kansas City Current is awarded Player of the Month after scoring seven goals in six matches, including a hat-trick against Chicago and two goals against Houston. Rookie of the Month honors go to Kat Rader of Houston Dash, who contributed significantly with two goals in three days. The award for Coach of the Month is given to Jimmy Coenraets of Utah Royals, whose team remained unbeaten in May, helping them secure second place in the standings. The league also announced May's Best XI, featuring three players from Utah Royals.

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By the Numbers

•Temwa Chawinga scored 7 goals for Kansas City in May.
•Kat Rader earned Rookie of the Month with key contributions for Houston Dash.
•Jimmy Coenraets led Utah Royals to an unbeaten month in May.
•Utah Royals players dominate the Best XI selection for the month.
•The NWSL is currently on break until the next round of matches.

Latest Updates

7:42 PMYahoo Sports — NWSL – May Awards: Player of the Month, Rookie of the Month, Coach of the Month, and Best XI

What they're saying

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Temwa Chawinga, Kat Raders, Jimmy Coenraets and other NWSL figures shone in May and helped their teams to enter the June break in the best place possible.
— Yahoo Sports

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