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Trinity Rodman Becomes Highest-Paid Female Athlete at $2M

4/13/2026

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Trinity Rodman signed a 3-year, $2 million contract with the Washington Spirit of National Women's Soccer League, making her the highest-paid female athlete globally.
The deal leverages the NWSL's High Impact Player rule, allowing teams to exceed the salary cap to retain talent.
In the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), negotiations over a new CBA seek greater revenue share.
The WNBA's new CBA has raised salaries and team caps.

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Trinity Rodman signed a 3-year, $2 million contract with the Washington Spirit of National Women's Soccer League, making her the highest-paid female athlete globally.
The deal leverages the NWSL's High Impact Player rule, allowing teams to exceed the salary cap to retain talent.
In the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), negotiations over a new CBA seek greater revenue share.
The WNBA's new CBA has raised salaries and team caps.