Trinity Rodman Chooses Team Over Boyfriend | MLS News

Trinity Rodman, the highest-paid player in the NWSL and a rising star for the Washington Spirit, faces a tough choice this Sunday: her team’s crucial match against Boston Legacy at 1 PM Eastern Time clashes with her boyfriend Ben Shelton’s U.S. Open final at 2 PM. Despite being a vocal supporter of Shelton throughout the tournament, Rodman prioritizes her team’s playoff push—currently in second place with only seven games left. Returning from injury, she’s on pace for a historic season with 10 goals and 6 assists. Even if she stays for the entire soccer game and rushes to the tennis venue, she’ll likely arrive around 4:30 PM, missing most of the match. The timing also reignites debates about how female athletes are portrayed in media, as backlash erupted when a broadcast labeled her “Ben’s girlfriend & USWNT player,” underscoring ongoing issues in sports coverage. Rodman’s decision reflects the growing stature of women’s professional sports, where leagues like the NWSL are gaining traction and viewership, proving that dedication to one’s craft can’t always be sacrificed—even for love. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0d1cf45cfcfdd732