Career Timeline of Trinity Rodman: Major Achievements and Milestones

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Trinity Rodman made an impact.

Trinity Rodman is an American professional soccer player renowned for her role as a forward. She currently plays for the Washington Spirit in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) and is also a member of the United States national team. Rodman's career is marked by her achievements in professional soccer.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2018: FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup

In 2018, Rodman competed at the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in Uruguay, playing 165 minutes and notching one assist.

2020: Commitment to Washington State Cougars

In 2020, Rodman initially committed to play collegiate soccer for the UCLA Bruins before deciding to follow her older brother to the Washington State Cougars beginning in the 2020 season. However, she never played a match in college as her freshman season was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic and she decided to turn professional.

2020: CONCACAF Women's U-20 Championship Win

In 2020, Rodman scored nine goals and helped the United States win the 2020 CONCACAF Women's U-20 Championship.

April 10, 2021: Professional Debut and First Goal

On April 10, 2021, Rodman made her professional debut, scoring a goal within five minutes of being subbed on against the North Carolina Courage in the 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup group stage.

November 17, 2021: Named NWSL Rookie of the Year and to the NWSL Best XI

On November 17, 2021, Rodman was named NWSL Rookie of the Year and to the NWSL Best XI.

2021: NWSL Championship and Rookie of the Year

In 2021, Rodman was selected second by the Spirit in the NWSL Draft at age 18, becoming the youngest draftee in NWSL history at the time. She won the NWSL Championship and earned NWSL Rookie of the Year and NWSL Best XI honors in her first season.

January 2022: Named to Senior National Team Camp

In January 2022, Rodman was named to the senior national team's camp for the first time ahead of the 2022 SheBelieves Cup.

February 2, 2022: Contract Extension with Washington Spirit

On February 2, 2022, Rodman signed a contract extension with the Washington Spirit running until after the 2024 season, with an option for 2025. It was reported that the new contract was worth $1.1 million, making Rodman the highest paid player in NWSL history.

February 17, 2022: National Team Debut

On February 17, 2022, Rodman made her national team debut in a 0–0 draw with Czech Republic at the 2022 SheBelieves Cup tournament.

April 3, 2022: Goal and Assists Against Orlando Pride

On April 3, 2022, Rodman scored once and assisted twice in a 4–1 win against the Orlando Pride in the 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup group stage.

April 12, 2022: First National Team Goal

On April 12, 2022, Rodman scored her first goal for the national team in a friendly against Uzbekistan, in her third national team appearance.

June 2022: ESPN SportsCenter Feature

In June 2022, Rodman was featured in ESPN SportsCenter's "Trinity Rodman" as part of ESPN's Fifty/50 month-long programming in honor of the 50th anniversary of Title IX in the United States.

June 2022: Named to CONCACAF W Championship Team

In June 2022, Rodman was named to the U.S. roster for the 2022 CONCACAF W Championship team.

May 6, 2023: Goal and Assist Against San Diego Wave

On May 6, 2023, Rodman scored and assisted Ashley Sanchez in a 3–1 win against the San Diego Wave.

June 2023: Adidas Commercial

In June 2023, Rodman co-starred in a television commercial for Adidas with Candace Parker, Patrick Mahomes, and Aliyah Boston, called "The Greatest Soccer Player".

June 2023: Named to FIFA Women's World Cup Squad

In June 2023, Rodman was named to the U.S. squad for the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.

June 2023: Sports Illustrated Cover

Rodman was featured on the June 2023 cover of Sports Illustrated along with national teammates Rose Lavelle, Alex Morgan, and Sophia Smith.

July 2023: Degree Commercial

In July 2023, she co-starred in a commercial for Degree along with Sam Kerr and Estefanía Banini.

February 2024: Adidas Super Bowl Commercial

In February 2024, Rodman appeared in another television commercial for Adidas which aired during the 2024 Super Bowl with Lionel Messi, Linda Caicedo, Rohit Sharma, and Jude Bellingham.