Overview
- Mallory Swanson, a Chicago Stars forward and key USWNT player, will not participate in the start of the 2025 NWSL season due to personal reasons, as confirmed by her club.
- Swanson, a 2019 World Cup champion and 2024 Olympic gold medalist, expressed gratitude for the support from her team and fans during her absence.
- Trinity Rodman, a Washington Spirit forward, revealed her interest in playing overseas in the future but emphasized her focus on the upcoming NWSL season, starting Friday against Houston Dash.
- Rodman’s comments come in the wake of high-profile transfers of USWNT teammates Naomi Girma, Crystal Dunn, and Jenna Nighswonger to top European clubs, including Girma's record-breaking $1.1 million move to Chelsea.
- The Washington Spirit, who lost last season's final to Orlando Pride, aim to improve communication and mental focus as they prepare for the new season.