Published on January 22, 2026 under National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL)
Washington Spirit News Release
Washington, D.C. – The Washington Spirit and star forward Trinity Rodman have agreed to a new contract that secures one of the world’s most dynamic players and a franchise cornerstone in Washington, D.C. through the 2028 season.
The 2021 NWSL champion and 2024 Olympic gold medalist formally signed a three-year deal that reflects a shared commitment between Rodman and the Spirit to sustained excellence, championship ambition and continued growth on a global stage. The agreement stands as one of the most significant contracts in the NWSL and the women’s game worldwide, reflecting both Rodman’s elite status and the Spirit’s role as a global standard-bearer in women’s soccer.
“I’ve made the DMV my home and the Spirit my family, and I knew this was where I wanted to enter the next chapter of my career,” said Rodman. “I’m proud of what we’ve built since my rookie season, and I’m excited about where this club is headed. We’re chasing championships and raising the standard, and I can’t wait to keep doing that with my teammates and the best fans in the NWSL.”
Since entering the league in 2021, Rodman has emerged as one of the sport’s most impactful players, combining elite performance with global appeal. She has helped redefine the attacking game with her creativity, athleticism and signature “Trin Spin” style, while also becoming one of the most recognizable figures in women’s soccer worldwide.
“Trinity is a generational player, but more importantly, she represents the future of this club and the future of women’s soccer,” said Michele Kang, owner of the Washington Spirit and founder of Kynisca. “This agreement reflects our belief that elite talent deserves elite commitment. At the Spirit, we are building something enduring: a club that competes for championships every year, invests in excellence and creates an environment where world-class players can thrive long-term. Trinity choosing to continue her career in Washington is a powerful statement about what we are building here.”
Since being selected second overall in the 2021 NWSL Draft, Rodman, then the youngest player ever drafted by the league at age 18, has established herself as one of the league’s most accomplished young players.
She earned 2021 NWSL Rookie of the Year honors, recorded the championship-winning assist in the 2021 NWSL Championship and has since become the youngest player in league…