Trinity Rodman to Play for Washington Spirit in NWSL Opener

The star forward will remain with the defending champions for the 2026 season.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 9:24pm

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Trinity Rodman, the standout forward for the Washington Spirit, will be suiting up for the team's NWSL season opener against the Portland Thorns. There had been speculation that Rodman might leave the league, but she has committed to playing another year with the defending champion Spirit.

Why it matters

Rodman is one of the NWSL's biggest stars, and her continued presence with the Spirit is a major boost for the team and the league as they look to build on the growing popularity of women's professional soccer in the United States.

The details

After leading the Spirit to the NWSL championship in 2025, Rodman was rumored to be considering a move abroad or to another NWSL team. However, the 23-year-old has decided to remain with the Spirit for the 2026 season, giving the team a strong chance to repeat as champions.

  • The 2026 NWSL season kicks off on March 13, 2026.

The players

Trinity Rodman

A 23-year-old forward who plays for the Washington Spirit in the NWSL.

Washington Spirit

The defending champions of the NWSL, based in Washington, D.C.

Portland Thorns

A professional women's soccer team that plays in the NWSL, based in Portland, Oregon.

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What they’re saying

“I'm excited to be back with the Spirit and to defend our title. This team and this city mean a lot to me, and I'm ready to give it my all again this season.”

— Trinity Rodman (The Capital Journal)

What’s next

The Spirit and Thorns will face off in their season opener on March 13, 2026.

The takeaway

Retaining a star like Trinity Rodman is a major coup for the Washington Spirit as they look to build on their 2025 NWSL championship and continue growing the popularity of women's professional soccer in the United States.