The Latest Breaking News from the Washington Spirit

Who Is Trinity Rodman? Ben Shelton's 'WAG' Is the World's Highest-Paid Female Football Star

Trinity Rodman, daughter of NBA legend Dennis Rodman, has become the highest-paid player in the National Women's Soccer League, marking a significant milestone in women's football.

International Business Times UK · Sep 10

Meet the Creative Force Behind the Most Stylish Club in Women’s Soccer

A designer’s in-demand NWSL collection draws on each city’s individual vibe.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 17

Stars, stakes and still some controversy: Gotham’s record-setting night sums up state of NWSL

The Queens Classic – Kerr’s return, Lavelle’s stunner, wildfire smoke and all in between – shows how far the league has come and also where it can still improve

The Guardian - US · Jul 16

NWSL 2026 predictions: Denver’s debut, Hutton’s big move, and can anyone stop Chawinga?

The 2026 NWSL season kicks off on Friday. Our writers discuss the teams, players and story lines they’re watching this year

The Guardian - US · Mar 13

US midfielders Bethune and Hutton move in pair of blockbuster $1m NWSL trades

Croix Bethune was traded from the Washington Spirit to the Kansas City Current for $1m, while Claire Hutton left the Current in a $1.1m transaction

The Guardian - US · Feb 11

Ben Shelton reacts to girlfriend Trinity Rodman becoming highest-paid player in women’s soccer

Rodman recently signed a contract extension with the Washington Spirit

The Independent UK · Jan 23

Everything You Need to Know About Trinity Rodman’s Groundbreaking NWSL Contract

The U.S. women’s national team forward inked a new three-year contract with the Washington Spirit and is likely the first NWSL player to access new funds outside the salary cap.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 23

What Is Going on With Trinity Rodman’s Contract Dispute?

Everything you need to know about the standoff between the Washington Spirit and the NWSL surrounding the USWNT superstar.

Sports Illustrated · Dec 17, 2025

Michele Kang launches Kang Institute with U.S. Soccer

Women are not just “small men”—and Kang’s efforts will target everything from treating women’s injuries to preventing girls from dropping out of youth sports.

Fortune · Dec 2, 2025

Gotham FC Cement Status As NWSL’s Most Clutch Team Under Pressure

The NJ/NY club won its second NWSL championship in three years, defeating the Washington Spirit ,1–0, with a mix of star power and pure determination.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 23, 2025