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Seattle Reign Captain Lauren Barnes to Retire at Season’s End

The 13-year one-club defender departs as the NWSL’s career leader in appearances, starts, minutes.

Jun 16, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Reign FC defender Lauren Barnes (3) signs autographs after the game against Portland Thorns FC at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-USA TODAY Sports
May 11, 2024; Portland, Oregon, USA; Seattle Reign FC defender Lauren Barnes (3) controls the ball during the first half against Portland Thorns FC at Providence Park. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY Sports
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Overview

  • Seattle Reign FC announced Monday that Lauren Barnes will retire after the 2025 season, with her final regular-season match set for Friday, Oct. 17, at Lumen Field against the Utah Royals.
  • The club says Barnes is expected to be available for selection for Friday’s home finale.
  • Barnes’ honors include the 2016 NWSL Defender of the Year award, Best XI selections in 2015 and 2016, and key roles in Shield-winning seasons in 2014, 2015 and 2022.
  • A Reign original since 2013, she holds league records with 250 games, 238 starts and 20,940 minutes, and is reported as the first player to reach 100 regular-season wins.
  • Head coach Laura Harvey and general manager Lesle Gallimore lauded her leadership and impact, as the club invites fans to a farewell with special $20 tickets for Friday’s match.