17-year-old becomes youngest goalkeeper signing in club history; 2025 National Champion out of Florida State University brings U-17 U.S. Women’s National Team experience to Seattle
RENTON, WASH. – Seattle Reign FC announced today the signing of goalkeeper Evan O’Steen through the 2026 NWSL season, making the 17‑year‑old the youngest goalkeeper signing in club history. O’Steen joins the Reign after training with the team early in the 2025 season and spending time with Dallas Trinity FC of the Gainbridge Super League.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Evan O’Steen to Seattle,” said General Manager Lesle Gallimore. “Evan is an exceptional young talent who has already shown poise and quality well beyond her age. At Reign FC, we take great pride in developing players and helping them reach their potential, and we’re excited to support Evan as she continues to grow as both a goalkeeper and a professional.”
Widely regarded as one of the top young goalkeepers in the country, O’Steen arrives with experience at both the collegiate and international levels. She was part of Florida State University’s 2025 National Championship team, gaining early exposure to elite competitive environments while making four appearances, including two starts, as a freshman.
Internationally, O’Steen has represented the U.S. U‑17 Women’s National Team, most recently competing in the 2025 FIFA U‑17 Women’s World Cup, where she recorded a shutout in the opening match against Ecuador. She also excelled at the 2024 U‑17 World Cup, earning Golden Glove honors after posting four shutouts, and was one of 42 players selected for U.S. Soccer’s inaugural Women’s College Talent ID Camp last June.
“I’m honored to sign with Seattle Reign FC,” O’Steen said. “Training with the club gave me a clear understanding of the standards and culture here, and I’m excited to continue learning and growing in such an incredible environment.”
A native of Grapevine, Texas, O’Steen developed with Solar SC, one of the nation’s premier youth programs, before advancing through the U.S. Soccer pathway.
O’Steen joins a Reign goalkeeping group featuring veterans Claudia Dickey and Cassie Miller, along with Seattle homegrown Neeku Purcell, as the club continues to invest in both proven experience and emerging talent.
