The U.S. women’s national team (USWNT) kicks off 2025 with a roster that showcases both familiar and fresh talent from the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), featuring 26 players. Notably, no European players are included, as this training camp falls outside the FIFA window.
This carefully curated roster blends experience and new energy, comprising 11 athletes from the 2024 Olympic gold medal-winning team alongside six players receiving their first call-up. However, the renowned “Triple Espresso” forward line—Trinity Rodman, Mallory Swanson, and Sophia Smith—will be absent, focusing on off-season recovery from injuries. Additionally, Rose Lavelle will not participate as she recuperates from ankle surgery.
The training camp is scheduled for January 14-21 in Los Angeles and will coincide with a Futures Camp, aimed at nurturing promising USWNT prospects. This dual approach allows for a comprehensive development strategy, ensuring a robust pipeline of talent.
Emma Hayes emphasized the importance of creating a player-centric culture within the national team. “We want to continue to foster an environment that helps players maximize their abilities,” she stated. Hayes is excited about the opportunity to train both current and future stars without the constraints of match preparations, allowing for focused skill development.
While no matches are scheduled during this camp, the USWNT will kick off their competitive year at the SheBelieves Cup from February 20-26, where they will face Colombia, Australia, and Japan. This absence of games provides Hayes with a unique opportunity to strategize for the upcoming 2027 World Cup and 2028 Olympics.
Hayes expressed her passion for player development, stating, “This part is just as much fun as it is competing for a major tournament.” She noted the challenges faced by players who may not have had extensive programming, describing it as a potential “lost generation” in terms of exposure and experience. This highlights the necessity for international opportunities to complement domestic play.
The camp’s structure, featuring two separate rosters—one for senior players and another for youth—will be advantageous for Hayes as she seeks to enhance the player pool. “I think when we get to SheBelieves, that will be the first camp where I can confidently say I’ve seen the vast majority of players I wanted to evaluate,” she remarked, indicating a strategic approach to player selection.
During the camp, the senior team will practice on one field while the youth team trains on another, allowing Hayes to coach both groups effectively. Classroom sessions will also be conducted to facilitate learning across all players.
A significant storyline leading up to the next World Cup is the search for a successor to legendary goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher, who retired at the end of 2024. Hayes has called up four goalkeepers, including Casey Murphy, the most experienced with 20 caps. Angelina Anderson and Claudia Dickey will be competing in their first senior camps, while Mandy McGlynn returns after making her debut last October.
“I hope to narrow that down to three goalkeepers by SheBelieves,” Hayes mentioned, outlining her plan to create opportunities for players to gain experience against varied opposition while keeping pathways open for emerging talent.
While stars like Rodman, Swanson, Smith, Lavelle, and Lindsey Horan will be missed, experienced players like Crystal Dunn are making a return. Dunn, the most capped player on this roster with 155 appearances, along with Emily Sonnett, Lynn Williams, Tierna Davidson, and Naomi Girma, will contribute their experience in training.
Ashley Hatch, Savannah DeMelo, and Ashley Sanchez are also back in the fold, as Hayes has been monitoring their progress in the NWSL closely.
Here is the complete roster:
Goalkeepers: Angelina Anderson (Angel City FC; 0), Claudia Dickey (Seattle Reign FC; 0), Mandy McGlynn (Utah Royals; 1), Casey Murphy (North Carolina Courage; 20)
Defenders: Tierna Davidson (NJ/NY Gotham FC; 65/3), Crystal Dunn (NJ/NY Gotham FC; 155/25), Naomi Girma (San Diego Wave FC; 44/2), Alyssa Malonson (Bay FC; 1/0), Tara McKeown (Washington Spirit; 0/0), Jenna Nighswonger (NJ/NY Gotham FC; 18/2), Emily Sams (Orlando Pride; 2/0), Emily Sonnett (NJ/NY Gotham FC; 103/2), Ryan Williams (North Carolina Courage; 0/0)
Midfielders: Sam Coffey (Portland Thorns FC; 28/1), Savannah DeMelo (Racing Louisville FC; 7/0), Hal Hershfelt (Washington Spirit; 3/0), Nealy Martin (NJ/NY Gotham FC; 0/0), Ashley Sanchez (North Carolina Courage; 28/3), Ally Sentnor (Utah Royals; 2/0), Jaedyn Shaw (San Diego Wave FC; 21/8)
Forwards: Ashley Hatch (Washington Spirit; 22/5), Emma Sears (Racing Louisville FC; 3/1), Ella Stevens (NJ/NY Gotham FC; 0/0), Alyssa Thompson (Angel City FC; 13/1), Morgan Weaver (Portland Thorns FC; 2/0), Lynn Williams (Seattle Reign FC; 75/21)
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