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Ashlyn Harris

Ashlyn Michelle Harris is an American former professional soccer goalkeeper.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ashlyn Michelle Harris is an American former professional soccer goalkeeper. She won FIFA Women’s World Cups with the United States in 2015 and 2019, and also won the 2002 FIFA U-19 Women’s World Cup as a teenager. She played in the National Women’s Soccer League and retired from professional soccer in 2022.

Early life and education

Harris was born in Cocoa Beach, Florida, and grew up in Satellite Beach. She later played college soccer for the University of North Carolina, where she won three NCAA championships.

Club career

Harris played professionally in the National Women’s Soccer League, including with Orlando Pride and NJ/NY Gotham FC. She spent multiple seasons in Orlando and later finished her playing career in Gotham.

International career

Harris represented the United States at youth and senior levels. Her honours include the 2002 FIFA U-19 Women’s World Cup, and the 2015 and 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cups with the senior national team.

Retirement and later work

Harris retired from professional soccer in 2022. Reports at the time said she moved into a front-office role with Gotham FC.

Key facts

  • She played as a goalkeeper throughout her career.
  • She was part of the U.S. teams that won the 2015 and 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cups.
  • She helped the United States win the 2002 FIFA U-19 Women’s World Cup.
  • She won three NCAA championships with the University of North Carolina.
  • She played in the NWSL for Orlando Pride and NJ/NY Gotham FC before retiring in 2022.
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Canadian context

Harris is relevant to Canadian readers because she helped the United States defeat Canada in the 2002 FIFA U-19 Women’s World Cup final, and she was a member of the U.S. team that won the 2015 Women’s World Cup in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Ashlyn Harris?
Ashlyn Harris is an American former professional soccer goalkeeper best known for playing for the United States women’s national team and NWSL clubs.
When was Ashlyn Harris born?
She was born on October 19, 1985.
What position did Ashlyn Harris play?
She played as a goalkeeper.
What major titles did Ashlyn Harris win?
She won the 2015 and 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cups with the United States and the 2002 FIFA U-19 Women’s World Cup.
Which college did Ashlyn Harris attend?
She attended the University of North Carolina.
When did Ashlyn Harris retire?
She retired from professional soccer in 2022.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ashlyn_Harris
    Supports: Full name, birth date, and identification as an American former soccer goalkeeper.
  2. U.S. Soccer — https://www.ussoccer.com/players/h/ashlyn-harris
    Supports: Position, date of birth, hometown, club affiliation, youth and senior international achievements, and NCAA championships.
  3. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/stats/_/id/219040/ashlyn-harris
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, and goalkeeper position.
  4. SoccerWire — https://www.soccerwire.com/news/longtime-uswnt-goalkeeper-ashlyn-harris-announces-retirement/
    Supports: Retirement from professional soccer in 2022 and participation in multiple NWSL seasons.
  5. Florida Sports Hall of Fame — https://flasportshof.org/fshofmember/ashlyn-harris/
    Supports: Florida background, World Cup wins, Orlando Pride career, NWSL Goalkeeper of the Year, and post-playing advocacy/board role.