NWSL · NWSL · Est. 2012 · Lumen Field
Updated March 16, 2026
After years of playing in smaller venues, the Reign's full-time move to Lumen Field has been transformative for the club's visibility and revenue. Average attendance jumped to over 18,000 in 2025, and the atmosphere on match days now rivals the Sounders'. The club has leveraged the increased revenue into roster upgrades, and the Reign are projected as a top-four contender for the first time in years.
Injuries have plagued Rose Lavelle for much of her career, but the 2025 season saw her make 22 of 24 appearances—her best availability in four years. The USWNT midfielder's creativity is unmatched when healthy, and she recorded 8 assists from central midfield. At 31, Lavelle knows her window for a championship is narrowing, and she has spoken openly about wanting to win a title in Seattle before considering retirement.
Bethany Balcer and Jess Fishlock combine for 18 years of NWSL experience and remain central to Seattle's identity. Fishlock, now 38, has transitioned into a deep-lying playmaker role and shows no signs of hanging up her boots. Their mentorship of younger players like midfielder Olivia Van der Jagt has created a locker room culture that blends competitiveness with genuine warmth.