NWSL Seattle Reign FC

Reign FC Defender Alyssa Kleiner Announces Retirement

Published on February 27, 2019 under National Women's Soccer League (NWSL)
Seattle Reign FC News Release


TACOMA, Wash. - Reign FC today announced that defender Alyssa Kleiner has elected to retire from professional soccer.

After graduating from Santa Clara in 2014, Kleiner began her NWSL career with the Portland Thorns in 2015. She was traded to the Washington Spirit prior to the 2016 season, where she played for two seasons before joining Reign FC for its 2018 campaign.

"It's been amazing to see my dream of playing professional soccer realized," said Kleiner. "I'm thankful for my fans, coaches, staff, and teammates for their love and support throughout the years. This beautiful game will always hold a special place in my heart, but it is time to grow in other aspects. I'm excited for the next challenge that lies ahead of me!"

Kleiner played in ten matches with Reign FC, starting four, for a total of 414 minutes. She recorded 18 tackles and one block on a defense that set an NWSL record-tying 12 clean sheets.

"We thank Alyssa for the impact she had on Reign FC last season," said head coach Vlatko Andonovski. "Her grit and determination will serve her well in life and I wish her all the best in what's next to come."

Reign FC Season Ticket Memberships for the 2019 NWSL season are now on sale. To purchase your season ticket membership please visit www.reignfc.com/tickets or call the Reign FC ticket office at (855) REIGN-FC.

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