Love Off the Pitch
The latest feature on the U.S. Men’s National Team shines a light on the personal lives that run parallel to the rigorous demands of international soccer, revealing how romance, marriage and parenthood shape the players’ journeys.
Alejandro Zendejas, a dynamic winger who plies his trade in Mexico, is in a steady relationship with fellow professional soccer player Sabrina Enciso, a partnership that reflects a shared understanding of the sport’s pressures.
Matt Turner, the veteran goalkeeper currently with the New England Revolution, is married to Ashley Turner, a former NFL cheerleader, and the couple raises two children while Turner balances training with family life.
Midfielder Matt Freese has been dating Kelsey Mentzer since at least 2022, a relationship that has quietly developed alongside his growing role in the national setup.
Antonee Robinson, a left‑back who earned his first senior cap in 2021, is engaged to Darcy Myers and they share two children, a family that keeps him grounded during long overseas campaigns.
Auston Trusty, a defender who earned his first senior cap in 2023, is married to Emily Trusty and the pair recently welcomed a baby daughter, adding a new layer of responsibility to his performances on the field.
Forward Haji Wright, who made his senior debut in 2023, is married to Jana KZ and they have a son, a fact that underscores the blend of professional ambition and fatherhood.
Veteran Tim Ream, a stalwart of the back line, is married to Kristen Sapienza, a fellow soccer player, and together they raise three children, a household that mirrors the teamwork he exhibits on the pitch.
Mark McKenzie, a central defender, tied the knot with Carley McKenzie in June 2024, marking a personal milestone that coincides with his resurgence in the national squad.
Giovanni Reyna, the creative midfielder, announced that his wife Chloe Reyna, a former college soccer player, is expecting a child during the World Cup, a joyous news that added a celebratory note to the tournament.
Tyler Adams, a midfield engine, is married to Sarah Schmidt and they are parents to two children, a family dynamic that he often cites as a source of motivation.
Brenden Aaronson, known for his energetic performances, exchanged vows with Milana D’Ambra, a soccer player, during a World Cup training camp, illustrating how personal commitments can intersect with professional focus.
Cristian Roldan, a midfielder, is married to Ciana Baron, a physician assistant, and the couple recently welcomed a baby, rounding out a roster of players whose off‑field stories are as compelling as their on‑field exploits.
Across these narratives, a common thread emerges: the players navigate contracts, training cycles and tournament schedules while nurturing spouses, children and sometimes new life, a balance that often sees them lean on community resources such as the Fred Hutch Cancer Research Center for support.