Simone Charley's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Soccer
Simone Charley's Sports Injuries Table
| Type | Area | Date | Consequences | Content | How It Happened | Recovery Duration | Rehabilitation Details | Impact On Career | Psychological Impact | Previous Injuries | Return To Competition | Severity | Treatment | Medical Staff | Long Term Impact | Preventive Measures | Competition Missed | Initial Symptoms | Re Injury Risk | Support System | Rehabilitation Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fractures | Right Wrist | 2019-04-19 | Sidelined for 6 weeks | Simone Charley fractured her right wrist on April 20, 2019, after falling awkwardly during a training session. This injury required a longer recovery period. | Fell awkwardly during training | 6 weeks | Cast immobilization followed by physical therapy | Moderate disruption | Cautiousness in training | None | 2019-06-01 | Severe | Casting and subsequent physical therapy | Orthopedic specialist and team physiotherapist | Possible minor stiffness | Increased focus on fall techniques and wrist protection | 5 matches | Severe pain and inability to move the wrist | Low | Family, teammates, and medical staff | Hospital and team training facility |
| Sprains | Left Ankle | 2020-08-14 | Out for 3 weeks | On August 15, 2020, Simone Charley sprained her left ankle after landing awkwardly following a jump. This injury required her to take a break from playing. | Landed awkwardly after a jump | 3 weeks | Ankle strengthening exercises and balance training | Short-term absence | Concern about future stability | None | 2020-09-05 | Mild | RICE and physical therapy | Team physiotherapist | Minimal | Ankle taping and brace during games | 2 matches | Swelling and pain in the ankle | Low | Teammates and medical staff | Team training facility |
| Strains | Right Hamstring | 2021-05-11 | Missed several matches | Simone Charley strained her right hamstring during a sprint in a match on May 12, 2021. The injury caused her to miss several important games. | During a sprint in a match | 4 weeks | Physical therapy and strength training | Minor setback | Frustration and anxiety | None | 2021-06-10 | Moderate | Rest, ice, compression, elevation (RICE), and physical therapy | Team physiotherapist and sports doctor | None | Increased focus on warm-ups and hamstring strengthening exercises | 4 matches | Sharp pain and inability to continue playing | Moderate | Teammates, coach, and family | Team training facility |
Simone Charley's Sports Injuries Videos
Angel City FC | Simone Charley Goal
In the 51st minute, Simone Charley scored for Angel City FC against Washington Spirit. The play started with a good touch from Chris Le'Veon back to Spencer, whose left-footed cross was headed by Charley. Angel City executed a strategy of overloading the wide channels, with Spencer and Claire Emsley playing crucial roles. Despite Washington Spirit's efforts to absorb the pressure, Charley's glancing header found the back post, past Kingsbury.
Angel City FC | Simone Charley Goal
Simone Charley scored an equalizing goal for Angel City FC in the 83rd minute during the Challenge Cup match against OL Reign on April 17, 2022. The goal resulted from a well-executed play by Endo, who made a crucial touch to bypass two defenders and delivered a perfect cross. Charley, moving backward, managed a powerful header to score, earning praise for both her and Endo's efforts. The Angel City bench celebrated the goal, which brought new life to the team.
Simone Charley Scores for Angel City FC
Simone Charley scores for Angel City FC after a mistake by Houston Dash's goalkeeper, Jane Campbell. Charley's persistence and determination pay off as she capitalizes on the error to level the score.
GOAL | Simone Charley secures victory over OL Reign
Forward Simone Charley scored her first goal of the season, contributing to a 2-0 win over OL Reign. The goal came after multiple chances, with a key midfield run from Christine Sinclair and a follow-up from Lindsey Horan, allowing Charley to capitalize and secure the victory for the Portland Thorns.
Catching Up with Simone Charley
In a special podcast, Ross Smith interviews Portland Thorns FC forward Simone Charley. They discuss her journey, from her beginnings to signing a two-year deal with the Thorns, and her off-season training. Charley shares her experience balancing soccer and academics at Vanderbilt, where she was a triple jumper and a double major in Psychology and Sociology, with a master's in Medicine, Health, and Society. She talks about her hard work and determination, which helped her secure a spot on the Thorns after initially not making the team. Charley also reflects on her time playing in Canberra, Australia, to gain more experience and confidence. As the Thorns prepare for their match against Gotham FC, Charley expresses excitement and readiness for the challenge, highlighting the importance of growing as a team. The podcast concludes with a light-hearted note about dance moves and future plans.
