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The youngest person ever has joined the National Women's Soccer League at age 15

Washington Spirit players celebrate after defeating Chicago Red Stars in the NWSL Championship soccer match Nov. 20, 2021, in Louisville, Kentucky. (Jeff Dean/AP)

The Washington Spirit has signed the youngest person to ever play in the National Women's Soccer League, the team announced Friday.

Chloe Ricketts, a 15-year-old midfielder and high school sophomore, signed a three-year contract on Thursday, with the option to extend it after 2026, the team said.

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