Racing Louisville Announce Savannah DeMelo News After Collapsing On Field

The statement issued by the team said, “Tonight's racing Louisville game at Seattle Reign FC has been abandoned following a medical emergency involving racing midfielder Savannah DeMelo. Savannah, who received immediate on-field care from medical personnel, is stable and alert. She was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation. The remainder of the game will be rescheduled for a later date, and further updates will be provided as appropriate.”

What Exactly Happened to Savannah DeMelo on the Field?

Racing Louisville’s match against Seattle Reign on Sunday night came to a sudden and frightening halt after midfielder Savannah DeMelo collapsed on the field. Just before halftime, the 27-year-old sat down looking uncomfortable, with teammates and trainers rushing to her side. Moments later, she lost consciousness, forcing officials to abandon the game entirely.

DeMelo has been open about her health in recent months, sharing earlier this year that she was diagnosed with Graves’ disease, an autoimmune condition that leads to hyperthyroidism. She’s already experienced symptoms during games, including chest tightness and dizziness, making Sunday’s scare even more concerning.

The club later described the incident as a “medical emergency” but didn’t provide further details immediately. The score was 0-0 when play was stopped. DeMelo has been a key player for Louisville since 2022 and has also represented the U.S. women’s national team, featuring in last year’s World Cup.