Ally Sentnor, the 22‑year‑old attacking midfielder who burst onto the scene as the final No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NWSL draft, is set to leave Kansas City for Angel City FC. The move, valued at $850,000 in guaranteed funds, marks the second‑largest intra‑league transaction in league history.
Sentnor’s journey to this point has been anything but ordinary. A standout at Hingham High School, she graced the cover of Sports Illustrated as a teenager and was later named Sports Illustrated’s 2019 SportsKid of the Year. Her collegiate success paved the way for a rapid rise, culminating in a call‑up to the U.S. Women’s National Team, where she has already tallied seven goals in 23 appearances.
The trade comes amid a period of intense activity for the NWSL. The league’s new collective bargaining agreement, which eliminated the draft and opened direct negotiations between players and clubs, has sparked a wave of player movement. In addition to Sentnor’s departure, Angel City announced the departure of head coach Alexander Strauss and a separate deal that sent rising star Kennedy Fuller to Bay FC.
The Ripple Effects of a $850,000 Deal
For Kansas City, the loss of Sentnor may free up attacking space for emerging talents such as Croix Bethune, Temwa Chawinga and Brazil’s Debinha. The Current sit sixth in the 16‑team league with a 7‑0‑5 record, and the club’s front office believes the reshuffle could sharpen their offense.
Angel City, meanwhile, will welcome Sentnor back to the West Coast on August 1 when the two sides meet, and again on August 31 when the Current travel to Boston Legacy FC at Gillette Stadium. The high‑profile returns underscore the growing interest in the league’s expanding footprint.