Northport, NY
HOMETOWN
North Carolina
COLLEGE
Previous Experience:
A legendary midfielder with a complete skillset, Long brings championship pedigree and veteran leadership to the Fort Lauderdale squad. Long’s ability to command play and deliver incisive passes adds a valuable dimension as the club pushes to qualify for the Gainbridge Super League Playoffs.
A native of Northport, New York, Long began her collegiate career at Penn State, spending two seasons in State College before transferring to the University of North Carolina. Long went on to star in Chapel Hill, helping the Tar Heels capture the 2008 NCAA Championship in her senior year. Following her collegiate career, Long spent time with the Washington Freedom, Sky Blue FC, Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea before becoming a cornerstone of the Portland Thorns from 2013-17, leading the club in appearances and ranking second in goals while helping secure a pair of NWSL titles in 2013 and 2017. Long later spent three seasons with Reign FC before being traded to Gotham FC, where she played three years in her home state and added another NWSL title before departing in 2023. Long arrives in Fort Lauderdale as a three-time NWSL champion, having totaled 36 goals and 16 assists across 172 appearances, including 163 starts.
Internationally, Long was a mainstay for the U.S. Women’s National Team from 2014-19, earning 51 caps and scoring eight goals for the Stars and Stripes. The midfielder was a key part of the squad that captured the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup and also contributed to title-winning campaigns at the 2018 SheBelieves Cup and 2018 Tournament of Nations. Long additionally represented the United States at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, competing in every major international tournament during her USWNT career.
A veteran midfielder with a versatile set of skills, Long brings leadership and experience as Fort Lauderdale looks to build momentum and secure a place in the Gainbridge Super League Playoffs.





























































































































































































































































































