Trinity Rodman is the world's highest-paid female soccer player
At just 23 years old, Trinity Rodman has become the highest-paid female soccer player in the world. The USWNT star has signed a new three-year contract with the Washington Spirit, a franchise in the National Women’s Soccer League, the top professional women’s soccer league in the United States. According to figures reported by ESPN, based on information provided by Rodman’s agent Mike Senkowski, the deal is worth more than $2 million per year, including bonuses. This makes her the highest-paid player in the world, surpassing Aitana Bonmatí, winner of the last three editions of the Ballon d'Or Féminin. The contract was signed in the presence of Michele Kang, owner of the Spirit as well as the Lyon women’s team and president of the club’s men’s side.
Who is Trinity Rodman?
Earning the title of the world’s highest-paid female soccer player further cements Rodman’s status as a global superstar. In 2021, she became the youngest player ever selected in the Draft, and in 2024 she won a gold medal at the Paris Olympic Games. As her last name suggests, Trinity is the daughter of Dennis Rodman, the legendary former NBA player and teammate of Michael Jordan during the Chicago Bulls dynasty. However, she has long rejected the “daughter of…” label, revealing in late 2024 that she has virtually no relationship with her father, stating: “He’s not really a dad—maybe by blood, but nothing more.” A statement that firmly dismisses any accusations of nepotism and asserts her independence.
Athlete, Celebrity, and Cultural Icon
Rodman is a defining figure of a new generation of professional athletes who refuse to be judged solely on sporting achievements, instead choosing to foreground their identity beyond competition. A quick look at her Instagram profile tells the story: a feed dominated by vlogs, behind-the-scenes campaign shoots, and candid snapshots from her private life with boyfriend Ben Shelton, a professional tennis player with whom she forms one of the most high-profile power couples in the United States. Across these images, Rodman showcases a wide range of looks with effortless confidence—sportswear, casual fits, and more fashion-forward outfits, such as those she wears with ease in the stands at Wimbledon.
The Future of Women’s Soccer in the U.S.
Rodman’s record is likely to be broken in the near future, as women’s soccer in the United States continues its rapid rise and new NWSL salary cap rules allow franchises to invest more heavily in their superstars. But 2026 could mark the year the United States truly claims soccer, hosting the largest World Cup ever staged. Rodman is poised to be one of the faces leading this transformation, serving as both a sporting icon and a role model for future generations. A phenomenal athlete who attracts global sponsors and brands such as adidas, Red Bull, and Oakley—without losing an ounce of her authenticity, reaffirming that she is a person first and a superstar second.
