MORRIS PLAINS, N.J. (04/28/09) - With the start of the Summer 2009 season less than a month away, the Millburn Magic of the East Conference of the Women's Premier Soccer League (WPSL) have completed their roster with three exciting signings. With years of U.S. international experience behind her, New Jersey native Shira Averbuch will test herself in the WPSL this year - and she will be joined in Magic colors by Arsenal Academy (England) gradautes Carly Bray and Kelly Sims.

"I'm really happy with these signings," said Magic Head Coach Andy Sones. "Shira is currently one of the strongest college players from New Jersey, and will definitely strengthen us in midfield. Our English players last year made a great impression on and off the field, and I am confident Kelly and Carly can have a similar impact. We're really happy to have Kelly and Carly with us this year... While they are very different players, they both have the potential to be difference-makers for us in what should be an exciting season."

Shira - younger sister of Yael Averbuch who currently plays for Sky Blue F.C. of Women's Professional Soccer (WPS) - was a two-time NSCAA Youth All-American while the midfielder is also a veteran of the U.S. National Team program, having competed at the U-15, U-16 and U-17 levels. At Montclair High School, she was a four-time First Team All-Conference performer and a 2007 New Jersey All-State First Team selection. The Stanford University freshman saw action throughout the Cardinals' impressive 22-2-1 season last fall, helping the team to a second place finish in the Pac-10 Conference and a spot in the NCAA Final Four.

"Playing for the Magic is a great opportunity for me to continue playing a high level of soccer and improve my game," said the former Montclair High School star, where she recorded 62 goals and 45 assists. "Our roster is strong, and I am I confident we can have a successful season."

Situated just north of London, England, the Arsenal Women's Academy has produced many international and English Women's Premier League players over the years, and Carly Bray and Kelly Sims will join Millburn with their own great expectations. The two year full-time program - a finishing school for the top 16-18 year old English players - should prove a solid foundation for the upcoming WPSL East Conference campaign, as both helped their side win league championships in the 2006 (undefeated) & 2007 seasons.

"As the home of the best soccer in the world, as well as the new professional league, playing in the WPSL will be a great opportunity for me," said Sims. "I am looking forward to experiencing a new soccer culture, and testing myself against players from different backgrounds."

While Bray is still at Arsenal, Sims has since moved to Reading F.C., where she plays alongside former Magic star Rachel Fell. A creative and quick midfielder, Sims will provide an attacking threat down both flanks for Millburn this summer. The versatile Bray will provide strength on the Magic's back line, but also has the ability to push forward to support the attack at every opportunity.

With the Millburn's roster now finalized, preparations will soon start for the team's season & home opener against the CDSA Future on May 17th. Kick-off will be at 6:00 p.m. at Millburn High School, and the Magic hope to repeat the 3-0 victory that opened their 2008 campaign. Visit their official website at http://www.millburnmagic.com.

The Millburn Magic is the Northern New Jersey member of the WPSL, and are also part of the New Jersey Soccer Group - a management company for a family of soccer based organizations offering a full range of soccer services. The WPSL is a 50-plus team national women's soccer league with five conferences and is considered one of the top women's soccer leagues in the world. You can now keep up with our league on our social networking sites on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com) and LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com)!

The Long Island Fury have been selected to host the 2009 WPSL Final Four which will be held at Adelphi University (Garden City, NY) - alongside the YPSL National Championship that same weekend. The tentative dates are scheduled for Saturday-Sunday, August 1-2 and check back to this website in the coming days & weeks for further information!

The WPSL's mission is to provide the highest level of women's soccer while simultaneously providing affordable, quality family entertainment and positive role models for our youth. For more information, visit our official website at http://www.wpsl.info, phone us at 1-800-854-0913 or contact us via email at media@wpsl.info.