Forward Alexa Spaanstra Loaned to Utah Royals FC
NWSL Portland Thorns FC

Forward Alexa Spaanstra Loaned to Utah Royals FC

Published on March 22, 2026 under National Women's Soccer League (NWSL)
Portland Thorns FC News Release


PORTLAND, Ore. - The Portland Thorns announced today that forward Alexa Spaanstra has joined Utah Royals FC on a short-term loan through July 2026.

The 26-year-old Michigan native joined the Thorns via a trade with the Kansas City Current in mid-2024. She started in 11 of her 28 appearances across all NWSL competitions, tallying two assists including the game-winning assist at Angel City FC last season that helped the Thorns secure their 2025 playoff berth.

For the 2026 season, the Thorns contracted roster currently features the following players:

Goalkeepers (5): Mackenzie Arnold (INTL), Bella Bixby (SEI), Erin McKinney, Morgan Messner, Mackenzie Wood

Defenders (9): Carolyn Calzada, Daiane (LOAN), Sam Hiatt, Mallie McKenzie, Marie Müller (INTL), Isabella Obaze (INTL), Jayden Perry, Reyna Reyes, M.A. Vignola

Midfielders (7): Cassandra Bogere (INTL), Deyna Castellanos, Jessie Fleming (INTL), Jenni Immethun, Shae Harvey, Renee Lyles, Olivia Moultrie

Forwards (10): Mimi Alidou (INTL), Julie Dufour (INTL - SEI), Caiya Hanks (SEI), Valerin Loboa (INTL), Maddie Padelski, Alexa Spaanstra (LOAN), Pietra Tordin, Reilyn Turner, Morgan Weaver (SEI), Sophia Wilson

INTL - Player holds an international roster slot; SEI - Season-Ending Injury; LOAN - Player out on loan

Note: Players out on SEI or out on loan are not included on the 26-player active roster.

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