Sports briefs: Independence goalkeeper traded to Chicago

The Independence traded goalkeeper Karina LeBlanc to the Chicago Red Stars for first- and third-round draft picks in the January draft. The picks are the third and 19th overall.

LeBlanc, 30, went 5-5-4 in her 14 starts, posting two shutouts and a 1.50 goals against average.

The Independence decided to keep fellow goalie Val Henderson and trade LeBlanc. Henderson also went 5-5, with two shutouts and a 1.50 GAA.

"Val [Henderson] and KK competed with each other all season and as much as I would like to do that again, I realize both players deserve the opportunity to be a full-time starter. Chicago offers that ability for KK to play more consistently," coach Paul Riley said.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR WRESTLING EVENT

Volunteers are needed to help out during the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships, to be held March 17-19 at the Wells Fargo Center. People are needed to work at hotel welcome desks, assist visitors with public transportation and help out at Fan Fest at Lincoln Financial Field.

To sign up, go to www.philadelphiausa.travel/form/wrestling_volunteer.