Trinity Rodman Bio
Trinity Rain Moyer-Rodman (born May 20, 2002) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a forward for the Washington Spirit of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) and the United States national team. Rodman was the second overall pick by the Spirit in the 2021 NWSL Draft, becoming the NWSL’s youngest draftee at the time at age 18. She has been recognized for her contributions to the team, helping them secure the NWSL Championship and earning several individual accolades, including the NWSL Rookie of the Year.
Early Life and Background
Trinity Rodman was born in Newport Beach, California, to Michelle Moyer and former professional basketball player Dennis Rodman. She and her brother, DJ Rodman, were primarily raised by their mother in Southern California. Rodman has mentioned that she went through long periods without speaking to her father and even briefly lived with her mother in their car. She also has a half-sister. Rodman began playing soccer at the age of four and expressed that it felt like home to her as early as seven or eight. Encouraged by her mother and sister, she pursued her dream of becoming a professional soccer player.
At the age of ten, Rodman began playing club soccer with SoCal Blues, where her team won four national championships in the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) and maintained a five-year undefeated streak. She attended Corona del Mar High School for one year as a freshman before transferring to JSerra Catholic High School in San Juan Capistrano, where she did not play for the school team. Initially committed to play collegiate soccer for the UCLA Bruins, Rodman later decided to follow her older brother to the Washington State Cougars starting in the 2020 season. However, she never played a match in college as her freshman season was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, leading her to turn professional.
Path to Soccer
Rodman became the youngest player to be drafted in NWSL history when the Washington Spirit selected her as their first draft pick (second overall) at the 2021 NWSL College Draft. Before being drafted, she had never visited Washington, D.C. Rodman made her professional debut on April 10, 2021, scoring a goal within five minutes of being subbed on against the North Carolina Courage in the 2021 NWSL Challenge Cup group stage. She assisted Ashley Sanchez’s stoppage-time winner in a 1–0 victory over Racing Louisville and appeared in all four of the Spirit’s matches during the Challenge Cup.
In her rookie regular season, Rodman was the Spirit’s second-leading scorer with six goals and five assists in 22 games. The team finished third in the regular season and advanced to the playoffs, where Rodman scored in the Spirit’s 2–1 win against OL Reign to advance to the final. She played a crucial role in lifting the Spirit to their first league championship with an assist on Kelley O’Hara’s winning goal. At age 19, she became the youngest player in league history to record an assist in the playoffs.
Trinity Rodman Career
Early Career (2021–2022)
Rodman was named NWSL Rookie of the Year and to the NWSL Best XI in November 2021. She earned U.S. Soccer Young Female Player of the Year honors the following month. In February 2022, Rodman signed a contract extension with the Washington Spirit running until after the 2024 season, with an option for 2025, reportedly worth $1.1 million, making her the highest-paid player in NWSL history. She continued to excel in the league, scoring once and assisting twice in a 4–1 win against the Orlando Pride during the 2022 NWSL Challenge Cup.
Rodman finished the 2022 regular season with four goals and two assists in 18 games, despite the Spirit’s struggles, finishing 11th out of 12 teams in the league. She opened the 2023 season with two goals and an assist in the first three games, contributing to the Spirit’s strong start.
Breakthrough (2023–Present)
In the 2023 season, Rodman scored five goals and provided two assists in 19 games, helping the Spirit finish in eighth place and miss the playoffs. However, she was named to the NWSL Best XI Second Team. The following season, she was joint-leading scorer with eight goals and six assists in 23 games, earning recognition for her performance, including two NWSL Goal of the Week awards.
Rodman has also made significant contributions on the international stage, representing the United States at various levels. She made her senior national team debut in February 2022 and was named to the U.S. squad for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, where she scored a brace in a send-off match against Wales, becoming the youngest player to score a brace in team history. She played a crucial role in the 2024 Summer Olympics, helping the United States secure a gold medal.
Notable Works and Milestones
Trinity Rodman has established herself as a prominent figure in women’s soccer, recognized for her talent and contributions on the field. She has received numerous accolades, including being named to the NWSL Best XI multiple times and winning the U.S. Soccer Young Female Player of the Year award. Her performance in the 2024 Summer Olympics further solidified her status as a rising star in the sport.
Trinity Rodman Award Nominations
Throughout her career, Trinity Rodman has received several nominations, including for the NWSL Rookie of the Year and the U.S. Soccer Young Female Player of the Year, showcasing her impact in women’s soccer at a young age.
Trinity Rodman Awards Won
Trinity Rodman has won multiple awards, including the NWSL Rookie of the Year and the U.S. Soccer Young Female Player of the Year, highlighting her achievements and contributions to the sport.
Trinity Rodman Family
Trinity Rodman is the daughter of former professional basketball player Dennis Rodman and Michelle Moyer. She has a brother, DJ Rodman, and a half-sister. Rodman has spoken about her complicated relationship with her father, describing him as a controlling parent and sharing her experiences growing up.
Personal Life
As of July 2023, Trinity Rodman was in a relationship with Chris Kuzemka. In May 2024, she began dating former NFL wide receiver Trinity Benson. Rodman has also shared insights about her personal life, including her relationship with her father, which has been a topic of discussion in the media.
