jessica springer was the diamond's starting running back and linebacker. in 2004, she was the wpfl howington award winner which is awarded to the league mvp. she runs a 4.88 40-yd dash and holds powerlifting records in both the bench press and dead lift in her weight category. she retired briefly during 2007 and returned for the last half of the season. the diamonds did not make it into the playoffs in 2007 and springer returned in her best form for 2008. she led the league in tds and averaged over 11 yards per carry. during the championship game, she was the heart and soul of the team. she had an interception and every td the diamonds scored on offense came on the ground in springer's hands. she carried the ball 9 times in ot and scored up the middle from 11 yards out to secure the diamonds 4th ring in 5 years. she has been recognized by neal rozendaal as one of the best players in women's football.