Stephanie Elisabeth Sparkowski is an American professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper.
Stephanie spent five years at the University of Michigan, finishing her career ranked eighth in program history with 159 saves.
She made history in high school as the first female student to play on the East Meadow High School football team, serving as a placekicker.
During her time as a placekicker, she maintained a perfect kicking record in the games she played.
She stood out as a multi-sport athlete in high school, also playing varsity basketball and lacrosse.
She signed her first professional contract with Chicago Stars FC (formerly Red Stars) in June 2025 as a roster relief player.
Stephanie studied Civil Engineering at the University of Michigan.
In March 2025, she was one of only three goalkeepers invited to the United States Under-23 Women's National Team training camp.
Sparkowski won the "Golden Gloves" and was selected to the all-tournament team at the Super Y League 2015 North American Finals.
Stephanie and her partner Jade got engaged in 2024.
| Year | Club | AP | GL |
|---|---|---|---|
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2026
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present
|
Piteå IF | 2 | 0 |
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2025
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present
|
Chicago Stars | 0 | 0 |
|
2022
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2022
|
Long Island Rough Riders | 5 | 0 |
| International Stats | |||
|
2025
-
|
USA U23 | 0 | 0 |