Chicago Red Stars sign veteran midfielder Shea Groom

The 30-year-old free agent joins the team on a two-year contract.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Chicago Red Stars have signed veteran midfielder Shea Groom to a two-year contract. Groom, 30, played the past four seasons with the Houston Dash after previously spending time with the Sky Blue FC and the Kansas City Current.

Why it matters

Shea Groom is an experienced midfielder who will bring valuable leadership and talent to the Red Stars roster. Her signing is an important move for the team as they look to improve on their performance from last season.

The details

Groom, a 30-year-old free agent, has played in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) for the past eight seasons. She spent the last four years with the Houston Dash, where she made 72 appearances and scored 12 goals. Prior to that, she played for Sky Blue FC and the Kansas City Current.

  • Groom signed a two-year contract with the Red Stars on February 10, 2026.

The players

Shea Groom

A 30-year-old veteran midfielder who has played in the NWSL for the past eight seasons, most recently with the Houston Dash.

Chicago Red Stars

A professional women's soccer team that competes in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL).

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What they’re saying

“Shea Groom is a proven veteran in this league and we're excited to have her join our team. Her experience and leadership will be invaluable as we look to build on last season's performance.”

— Rory Dames, Head Coach, Chicago Red Stars (foxsports.com)

What’s next

Groom is expected to join the Red Stars for preseason training in the coming weeks as they prepare for the 2026 NWSL season.

The takeaway

The signing of Shea Groom is a strategic move by the Chicago Red Stars to bolster their midfield with an experienced and talented player who can help the team improve on their performance from last season.