Former Seattle Reign FC midfielder Lindsay Elston announced her retirement from playing professional soccer today. She posted her retirement statement on Twitter, which you can see/read in full below.
There comes a point in every athlete’s life when it’s time to move on. For those of you who don’t know, I was recently traded to Boston. While I’m honored that Boston wanted me to come join their team, the trade made me face an inevitable decision that has weighed heavy on my shoulders for a while now. Players in the NWSL don’t play for the money, fame or lifestyle.