Sophia Smith (soccer, born 2000)
Sophia Olivia Smith is an American professional soccer player who plays as a forward for Portland Thorns FC in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) and the United States national team. She played collegiate soccer for Stanford University, helping the Cardinal win the national championship in 2019. Smith was the #1 overall pick in the 2020 NWSL College Draft.
Smith with the Portland Thorns in 2024
Smith playing for Portland Thorns FC at the 2022 NWSL Championship.
Smith with the United States in 2021
Smith with the U.S. national team and Second Gentleman, Doug Emhoff, July 2023
The Portland Thorns FC is an American professional women's soccer team based in Portland, Oregon. Established in 2012, the team began play in 2013 in the then-eight-team National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), which received support from the United States Soccer Federation (USSF).
The Thorns hired Cindy Parlow Cone as its first head coach in 2013
Four Thorns players who won the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup with the U.S. national team were recognized before the July 24, 2019, match against the Houston Dash.
Thorns players and staff celebrate winning the 2022 NWSL Championship at Audi Field.
The traveling Rose City Riveters at Seattle's Memorial Stadium in 2017.
