Mallory Pugh Biography
Mallory Pugh (Mallory Diane Pugh) is an American soccer player who currently plays for the Washington Spirit of the National Women’s Soccer League.
From 2012 to 2016, Pugh went to Mountain Vista High School in Highlands Ranch. During her sophomore year, despite missing more than half of her high school games due to national team commitments, she helped the team to the state semifinals.
As a junior, Pugh scored 24 goals and 12 assists in 18 games and helped the team reach the state semifinals. She subsequently named the 2014–15 Gatorade National Girls Soccer Player of the Year and Colorado Sports Hall of Fame 2015 High School Female Athlete of the Year.
In addition, she is named NSCAA Youth Girls National Player of the Year for 2014 and 2015. In January 2016, it was reported that Pugh had rejected college in order to turn professional and play for National Women’s Soccer League club Portland Thorns when she finished high school.
Pugh has played at two FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup tournaments for the United States in spite of her being the youngest member of the team at the 2014 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Canada. Mallory was also a member of the U-20 team that helped the United States qualify for the 2016 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup. Pugh captained the team at the 2016 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Papua New Guinea.
After playing extensively with the U–17 and U–20 teams, Pugh first appeared for the United States senior national team on January 23, 2016, in an international friendly against Ireland. At 17, Mallory Pugh was the youngest player to debut for the national team since Heather O’Reilly’s debut in 2002.
Mallory Pugh NWSL
After much speculation as to where she would go when she turned pro. Pugh officially joined the Washington Spirit of the NWSL on May 13, 2017. On May 20th, 2017, Mallory made her executive appearance for the Spirit, versus FC Kansas City.
Pugh scored 6 goals in her rookie season and qualified in the finalist for NWSL Rookie of the Year. Pugh remained with the Spirit for the 2018 season. She sustained a PCL sprain in her right knee on May 27. This forced her to miss 8 games, she returned to the field on August 5, against the Seattle Reign.
Pugh was present at the United States under–14 girl’s national team identification camp that is held yearly. This was from July 13 to August 7 in Portland, Oregon. She was then called into the U–14 national team training camp at Home Depot Center in Carson, California from September 18 to 25.
In 2012, she was present at a U–15 national team training camp from 11th to 18th February. She then joined the team for a second training camp from June 3 to 10 at The Home Depot Center. Also during the summer, the U–14 national team conducted three separate training camps. This was to replace the large identification camp of previous years.
Mallory Pugh Age
Pugh was born on 29 April 1998 in Highlands Ranch, Colorado in the United States. She celebrates her birthday on April 29th every year.
Mallory Pugh Family
Mallory Pugh was born in Highlands Ranch, Colorado to Karen and Horace Pugh, and raised with her older sister Brianna. Her mother was a long-distance athlete and her father was a track runner and soccer player. She started playing soccer at the age of four.
Mallory then followed in her sister’s footsteps and played club soccer with Real Colorado in the Elite Clubs National League. Her parents were aware that Mallory was exceptional and also knew she really loved soccer. Actually, Horace described that his daughter’s love for the sport started while she was still young.
The 4-year-old Mallory would watch soccer games, broadcast in Spanish, on her 13-inch Hello Kitty TV. The Highlands Ranch, Colorado local was sitting on the team bench for Real Colorado by 7:00. Her older sister’s league and where she would later play herself watching and absorbing every move.
Mallory Pugh and Dansby Swanson
This star crossed athlete relationship began in December of 2017. Dansby had apparently recently broken up with his ex-girlfriend when they met at a wedding of Dansby’s teammate Jace Peterson. Two professional athletes on different seasonal schedules, in different cities, sets up the mother of all long-distance challenges. But Mallory Pugh’s boyfriend makes it work.
Mallory Pugh Body Measurements
- Height: 5ft’ 4in”
- Weight: 119 lbs (54 kg)
- Shoe Size: Not Available
- Body Shape: Average
- Hair Colour: Black
Mallory Pugh Salary
Pugh’s annual salary is estimated to be between $16,538 and $46,200. This is per our average wage estimates for a journalist in the United States.
Mallory Pugh Net worth
Pugh is honored to play good performance for excellent performance in various tournaments. Pugh has an estimated net worth of $2 million USD. Together with her boyfriend, she shares a heavy net worth of $6 million and above.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mallory Pugh
Who is Mallory Pugh?
Pugh is one of America’s best-known and loved soccer players.
How old is Mallory Pugh?
Pugh is 21 years old as of 2019. He/She was born in 1998
How tall is Mallory Pugh?
Pugh stands at a height of 5ft” 4in’
Is Mallory Pugh married?
Pugh is dating her lovely boyfriend Dansby Swanson.
How much is Mallory Pugh worth?
He has an accomplished journalist with an estimated net worth of $2 million.
How much does Mallory Pugh make?
Pugh’s annual salary is estimated to be between $16,538 and $46,200. This is per our average wage estimates for a journalist in the United States.
Where does Mallory Pugh live?
Information not available.
Is Mallory Pugh dead or alive?
Pugh is still alive and in good health.
Where is Mallory Pugh now?
Pugh is an American soccer player who currently plays for the Washington Spirit of the National Women’s Soccer League.
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