Christen Westphal
Christen Westphal
Christen Joan Westphal is an American professional soccer player who plays as a right back for the Houston Dash of the National Women's Soccer League.
Christen in numbers
247
Appearances
5
Goals
6
Trophies
Christen Westphal
Houston Dash
She majored in Psychology at the University of Florida.
Christen Westphal
Houston Dash
She was drafted in the first round of the 2016 NWSL College Draft by the Boston Breakers.
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Houston Dash
Her first professional goal was nominated for NWSL Goal of the Week.
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Houston Dash
She also played basketball in high school.
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Houston Dash
She played in Norway with the U.S. U-23 team during the 2015 Four Nations Tournament.
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Houston Dash
She is engaged to fellow NWSL player Madison Pogarch, and they announced their engagement in July 2024.
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Houston Dash
She is committed to LGBTQ+ advocacy, using her platform to promote inclusivity and visibility in sports.
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Houston Dash
She has actively participated in fundraising efforts for organizations like The Trevor Project and Our Safe Place, supporting LGBTQ+ youth and mental health initiatives alongside her fiancée.
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Houston Dash
She hopes that by living openly, she can help at least one person feel more comfortable with themselves.
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Houston Dash
She sees therapy as key to her recovery and mental health, helping her manage stress.
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Houston Dash
Christen and her partner love spending their off days exploring San Diego, visiting bakeries, and taking their dog Benny to the beach.
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Houston Dash
She is obsessed with donuts and thinks it’s a red flag if someone doesn’t like them.
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Houston Dash
Her guilty pleasure is a classic chocolate-glazed donut.
Christen Westphal
Houston Dash
Watching Love Island is her go-to way to unwind.
Christen Westphal
Houston Dash
Her go-to coffee order is an iced vanilla latte with oat milk.
Christen Westphal
Houston Dash
Her karaoke pick is No Air by Jordin Sparks and Chris Brown—she confidently sings both parts solo.
Christen Westphal
Houston Dash
As a kid, she wanted to be an astronaut, despite fearing heights, tight spaces, and science.
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