Celebrity Info
She’s a soccer player who made history as the youngest woman to ever represent the U.S. in an Olympic qualifier, stepping onto the field in February 2016. Just a month prior, she had already made her mark on the national stage—making her debut for the U.S. national team and scoring a goal against Ireland, a strong start that signaled her rising talent. She went on to become a key part of the 2019 World Cup-winning U.S. national team, cementing her place among the sport’s elite. Before all the fame, she was already standing out at the youth level, playing a prominent role for both the U17 and U20 U.S. National Teams. In fact, her standout performance earned her the Golden Boot at the 2015 CONCACAF Women’s U-20 Championship, showcasing her scoring prowess early on.
She was born to Horace and Karen Pugh, and grew up inspired by her older sister Bri, who played collegiate soccer at the University of Oregon. That family connection to sports clearly ran deep, as she continued building her legacy on the field. Off the pitch, her life took a joyful turn when she married professional baseball player Dansby Swanson in December 2022. Throughout her journey, she’s remained a symbol of dedication and excellence, with each milestone—from her first cap to World Cup glory—adding to her growing impact in women’s soccer.
She made it official by signing with UCLA, where she joined the class of 2020 to pursue her college soccer career. Her decision to commit to UCLA was a big step forward, and as part of the incoming recruits, she brought strong potential to the team. Being part of UCLA’s program meant competing at a high level, and she was ready for the challenge. With her sights set on growth and success, joining UCLA in 2020 marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter.
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