Sophie French

During her first season with Minnesota Aurora FC in 2023, French played forward and was fifth in points for Aurora with 14 (6 goals, 2 assists). She was awarded her first Star Tribune Star of the Game on June 29 in a 4-0 victory over Green Bay. 

In 2022’s international window, French signed a professional contract with Portland Thorns FC as a National Team Replacement player. French made her debut against OL Reign (now Seattle Reign FC) on July 10. 

French played for the California State University Fullerton Titans in 2017 and 2018. French finished her college career at University of Portland, anchoring their defense with 13 shutouts. 

French majored in biology at the University of Portland. She enjoys coaching youth soccer and will pursue a job in the medical industry after her soccer career.