Ashlyn Harris

Ashlyn Harris, born on October 19, 1985, in Satellite Beach, Florida, established herself as a formidable talent in soccer from a young age. She played for Satellite High School, where her exceptional skills led to state championships in 2002 and 2003. Recognized nationally, she was named the 2004 Gatorade Player of the Year and NSCAA Player of the Year. Her collegiate career at the University of North Carolina saw her overcome significant injuries, including two ACL tears, to help the Tar Heels secure three NCAA Championships in 2006, 2008, and 2009. Her early career also included playing for the Pali Blues in 2009, where she contributed to a W-League Championship.

Harris’s professional career flourished in various leagues, beginning with the Saint Louis Athletica in 2010, followed by the Washington Freedom, where she stepped up as a starting goalkeeper due to teammate injuries. In 2011, with the Western New York Flash, she earned the WPS Goalkeeper of the Year award and secured a WPS Championship. Her international experience extended to Germany’s Frauen-Bundesliga with FCR 2001 Duisburg and Sweden’s Damallsvenskan with Tyresö FF. In 2013, she joined the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) with the Washington Spirit before moving to the Orlando Pride in 2016. At Orlando, she was named NWSL Goalkeeper of the Year in 2016 and set a new NWSL all-time career save record in 2021. She concluded her playing career with Gotham FC in 2022, officially retiring from professional soccer in November of that year.

Beyond her club achievements, Harris was a significant presence on the U.S. Women’s National Team. She played a crucial role in winning the 2002 FIFA U-19 Women’s World Cup as the youngest starter on the team. Her senior national team debut came in 2013, and she was a member of the World Cup-winning squads in 2015 and 2019. Her commitment to sports and personal well-being is also evident in her advocacy for mental health and her involvement in various community initiatives. Harris has also explored her passion for fashion and has engaged in various brand partnerships, demonstrating her multifaceted interests and influence off the field.