Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Rose Lavelle

Discover the career path of Rose Lavelle, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Rose Lavelle is a highly accomplished American professional soccer player renowned for her role as a midfielder. She currently plays for Gotham FC in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) and is a key member of the United States women's national team. Known for her exceptional dribbling skills, vision, and playmaking abilities, Lavelle has consistently delivered impactful performances on both domestic and international stages, solidifying her position as one of the sport's most exciting talents.

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2013: College Soccer at Wisconsin

In 2013, Rose Lavelle was accepted to play college soccer at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.

2014: Plays for Dayton Dutch Lions

In 2014, Rose Lavelle played with the Dayton Dutch Lions in the USL W-League.

2014: Big Ten Tournament Win

In 2014, Rose Lavelle's Wisconsin team won the Big Ten Women's Soccer Tournament.

November 24, 2015: Called Up to USWNT Training

On November 24, 2015, Rose Lavelle was called up to train with the senior United States women's national soccer team.

2015: Plays for Seattle Sounders Women

During her college break in the summer of 2015, Rose Lavelle played for the Seattle Sounders Women of the W-League and was named in the All-League Team.

2016: Returns to Dayton Dutch Lions

In 2016, after the W-League folded, Rose Lavelle returned to the Dayton Dutch Lions for the Women's Premier Soccer League season.

January 12, 2017: Selected by Boston Breakers

On January 12, 2017, Rose Lavelle was selected number one overall at the 2017 NWSL College Draft by the Boston Breakers.

March 4, 2017: First Senior International Cap

On March 4, 2017, Rose Lavelle earned her first senior international cap during a match against England at the 2017 SheBelieves Cup. She was named Player of the Match.

2017: Senior International Debut

In 2017, Rose Lavelle made her senior international debut, representing the United States after playing at multiple youth levels.

2017: Drafted into NWSL

In 2017, after playing college soccer for the Wisconsin Badgers, Rose Lavelle was drafted first overall by the Boston Breakers in the NWSL College Draft.

September 2018: Named to CONCACAF Championship Roster

In September 2018, Rose Lavelle was named to the national team roster for the 2018 CONCACAF Women's Championship, the qualifying tournament for the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup.

2018: Selected by Washington Spirit

In 2018, Rose Lavelle was selected first overall by the Washington Spirit in a dispersal draft after the Breakers folded. She appeared in eleven games for the Spirit due to injury and international duty.

2018: Breakers Fold

The Boston Breakers folded before the start of the 2018 season, impacting Rose Lavelle's professional career.

2019: CONCACAF Championship Goal

In 2019, Rose Lavelle helped the U.S. to a 2-0 victory, and their second straight CONCACAF Championship by scoring a goal during the CONCACAF Women's Championship against Canada.

2019: FIFA Women's World Cup

In 2019, Rose Lavelle started six games for the U.S. at the FIFA Women's World Cup in France, scored three goals, and was awarded the Bronze Ball at the FIFA Women's World Cup awards.

2019: 2019 World Cup and FIFA Awards

In 2019, Rose Lavelle started six games for the United States at the World Cup, scored three goals, and was awarded the Bronze Ball. She was also named the sixth best player in the world at The Best FIFA Football Awards 2019 and named to the 2019 FIFA FIFPro World XI.

2019: Visa Commercial

In 2019, Rose Lavelle was featured in a television commercial for Visa Inc.

2019: Named to NWSL Best XI

In 2019, despite making only six appearances due to international duty, Rose Lavelle was named to the 2019 NWSL Best XI at the end of the season awards.

2019: The Best FIFA Football Awards

Rose Lavelle was named one of the world's top 11 players by The Best FIFA Football Awards 2019, finishing sixth, and was chosen as one of the world's top three midfielders in the 2019 FIFA FIFPro World XI.

2019: Women's FA Cup win with Manchester City

Rose Lavelle won the 2019-2020 FA Cup with Manchester City

August 2020: Acquired playing rights

In August 2020, OL Reign acquired Rose Lavelle's playing rights prior to her move to England.

August 16, 2020: Traded to OL Reign

On August 16, 2020, Rose Lavelle was traded to OL Reign in exchange for OL Reign's natural first-round pick in the 2022 NWSL College Draft and allocation money, with the understanding that she would be signing outside the league.

August 18, 2020: Signs with Manchester City

On August 18, 2020, Rose Lavelle signed with Manchester City of the English FA WSL ahead of the 2020–21 season.

October 7, 2020: First Goal for Manchester City

On October 7, 2020, Rose Lavelle scored her first goal for Manchester City in a 3–1 win over Everton in the 2020–21 FA Women's League Cup.

November 2020: Women's FA Cup Win

Rose Lavelle started in the November 2020 final against Everton, and Manchester City won the match 3–1 in added extra time, securing the 2019–20 Women's FA Cup.

2020: Tokyo Olympics Bronze Medal

In 2020, Rose Lavelle appeared in all six games at the Tokyo Olympics as the team won the bronze medal, and scored one goal.

2020: NWSL Challenge Cup

In 2020, Rose Lavelle participated in the NWSL Challenge Cup, making four appearances and scoring one goal as Washington finished second in the preliminary group but were eliminated in the first knockout round by Sky Blue FC on penalties.

2020: Subway Commercial

In 2020, Rose Lavelle was featured in a commercial sponsored by Subway.

January 31, 2021: First WSL Goal

On January 31, 2021, Rose Lavelle scored her first WSL goal as a substitute during Manchester City's 4–0 win over West Ham United.

May 17, 2021: Return to OL Reign

On May 17, 2021, OL Reign announced the return of Rose Lavelle to the NWSL as an allocated player, having acquired her playing rights prior to her move to England in August 2020.

July 2021: Named to Tokyo Olympics Roster

In July 2021, Rose Lavelle was named to the roster for the delayed 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

2021: Icy Hot Commercial

In 2021, Rose Lavelle co-starred in a commercial for Icy Hot Dry Spray with Shaquille O'Neal and Sloane Stephens.

2022: NWSL Shield with OL Reign

In 2022, Rose Lavelle scored five goals over 18 starts for OL Reign, helping secure the franchise's third NWSL Shield.

2022: OL Reign's Draft Pick

In 2022, Rose Lavelle was traded to OL Reign in exchange for OL Reign's natural first-round pick in the 2022 NWSL College Draft and allocation money.

2023: NWSL Championship Goal

In 2023, Rose Lavelle helped OL Reign secure a spot in the NWSL Championship and scored the team's only goal in a 2–1 defeat to NJ/NY Gotham FC.

2023: 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup

In 2023, Rose Lavelle was named to the national team roster for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup, though she played limited minutes due to a knee injury and suspension.

January 4, 2024: Signs with Gotham FC

On January 4, 2024, NJ/NY Gotham FC announced that Rose Lavelle had signed a three-year deal with the club.

June 4, 2024: 100th USWNT Appearance

On June 4, 2024, Rose Lavelle became the 43rd woman to appear in 100 matches for the U.S. Women's National Team, starting in a 3–0 victory over South Korea.