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Bella

Bixby

Nov 20, 1995

#1 - Goalkeeper

Annabella Madeleine Bixby (née Geist) is an American professional soccer player who plays as a goalkeeper for Portland Thorns FC of the National Women's Soccer League.

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She was a multi-sport athlete during her youth, participating in softball, basketball, track, and even serving as a football kicker in high school.

Drafted by Portland Thorns FC in 2018, Bixby has become the longest-tenured player on the roster.

In December 2018, Bixby married her high school and college boyfriend, Elliot Bixby.

She gave birth to her first daughter in July 2024. She returned to play in 2025.

Since 2022, Bixby has been serving as the head coach for the girls' varsity soccer team at her alma mater, Rex Putnam High School, alongside her husband.

While playing professionally, Bixby was also pursuing a master's degree in fish and wildlife administration at Oregon State University.

She has been open about her mental health journey, particularly following the death of her father by suicide in November 2021. She has shared her experiences to encourage others to seek help and has advocated for suicide prevention.

NWSL Community Shield: 2020	1×
NWSL Challenge Cup: 2021	1×
International Champions Cup: 2021	1×
NWSL Shield: 2021	1×
NWSL Championship: 2022	1×

Year	Club	AP	GL
2018 - present	Portland Thorns	72	1
2019 -	ASA Tel Aviv University (loan)	0	0
2018 - 2019	1. FFC Frankfurt (loan)	0	0
2014 - 2017	Oregon State Beavers	72	0
International Stats
2018 -	United States U23	1	0

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Best Actions

Bella Bixby scores cheeky stoppage-time goal to keep Thorns undefeated through 5 NWSL matches

SLOMO | Bella Bixby denies Kansas City early

SAVE | Bella Bixby turns away Mal Pugh from distance

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Team: Portland Thorns FC