Christen Westphal
Christen Westphal
Christen Joan Westphal is an American professional soccer player who plays as a right back for the Houston Dash of the National Women's Soccer League.
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Houston Dash
She majored in Psychology at the University of Florida.
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Houston Dash
She was drafted in the first round of the 2016 NWSL College Draft by the Boston Breakers.
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Houston Dash
Her first professional goal was nominated for NWSL Goal of the Week.
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Houston Dash
She also played basketball in high school.
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Houston Dash
She played in Norway with the U.S. U-23 team during the 2015 Four Nations Tournament.
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Houston Dash
She married fellow NWSL player Madison Pogarch in 2025.
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Houston Dash
She is committed to LGBTQ+ advocacy, using her platform to promote inclusivity and visibility in sports.
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Houston Dash
She has actively participated in fundraising efforts for organizations like The Trevor Project and Our Safe Place, supporting LGBTQ+ youth and mental health initiatives alongside her fiancée.
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Houston Dash
She hopes that by living openly, she can help at least one person feel more comfortable with themselves.
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Houston Dash
She sees therapy as key to her recovery and mental health, helping her manage stress.
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Houston Dash
Christen and her partner Madison spending their days off exploring San Diego, visiting bakeries and taking their dog Benny to the beach.
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Houston Dash
She is obsessed with donuts and thinks it’s a red flag if someone doesn’t like them.
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Houston Dash
Her guilty pleasure is a classic chocolate-glazed donut.
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Houston Dash
Watching Love Island is her go-to way to unwind.
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Houston Dash
Her go-to coffee order is an iced vanilla latte with oat milk.
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Houston Dash
Her karaoke pick is No Air by Jordin Sparks and Chris Brown—she confidently sings both parts solo.
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Houston Dash
As a kid, she wanted to be an astronaut, despite fearing heights, tight spaces, and science.
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