Western United re-sign Championship-winning American attacker

Western United have re-signed American star Catherine Zimmerman for the 2024-25 Ninja A-League season.

Zimmerman returns for her second season with Western following an injury-interrupted campaign last season.

A two-time champion with Melbourne Victory, the forward scored twice in five appearances during the latter stages of 2023-24.

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“I’m really excited to be back with the team. I’m looking forward to playing with the core group of girls from last season as well as the new players that have come into the squad,” she said.

“Last season was definitely not the season I wanted to have, but the constant was this group of girls who were there for me no matter what.

“When I got back to playing, I really wanted to play for them and help the team like they helped me.

“I think I have that same mindset this year. I want to hit the ground running with this group – have fun, play good football and win games.”

Zimmerman joins Kahli Johnson, Melissa Taranto, Adriana TarantoJulia SardoAlyssa Dall’OsteNatalie PicakAimee MedwinGrace MaherChloe LogarzoKeiwa Hieda and Kiara De Domizio in re-signing with Western.

Kat Smith’s Western have also signed Chloe Lincoln, Sasha Grove, Alana CortellinoSara Eggesvik, Isabel Dehakiz and Claudia Mihocic.

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“Catherine’s quality was on show at the back end of last season and we are all extremely excited to see her on the pitch from day one this year,” said general manager of football Mal Impiombato.

“Whilst working through her rehab, Zim had a fantastic impact on our group with her exemplary attitude and leadership continuing to drive our team culture.

“With her experience and physical presence, we anticipate Zim playing a big part in 2024-25 and she will no doubt have our fans on their feet at Ironbark Fields this season.”