Crystal Dunn

Crystal Dunn is an American professional soccer player and a key member of the United States Women’s National Team who is widely regarded as one of the most versatile players in women’s soccer. Born on July 3, 1992, in New Hyde Park, New York, Dunn grew up on Long Island and showed exceptional athletic talent from an early age. She attended South Side High School in Rockville Centre before committing to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, one of the premier college soccer programs in the country.

At UNC, Dunn had a stellar career, winning the Hermann Trophy in 2013 as the top college soccer player in the nation. She was selected first overall in the 2014 NWSL Draft by the Washington Spirit. Dunn quickly proved herself in the National Women’s Soccer League, winning the league’s Golden Boot as the top scorer in 2015. Her remarkable ability to play multiple positions — including forward, midfielder, and left back — made her an invaluable asset to every team she played for, including the Washington Spirit, Chelsea FC in England, and the North Carolina Courage.

Dunn’s international career has been equally impressive. She has been a mainstay on the USWNT since her debut in 2013, contributing to the team’s 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup victory in France. Her tactical flexibility allowed coaches to deploy her in various roles, and she often played left back for the national team despite being a natural attacker. Her willingness to sacrifice personal statistics for team success made her one of the most respected players in the squad.

As one of the faces of American women’s soccer, Dunn has secured endorsement deals with major brands and has been an advocate for equal pay in women’s sports. With the growth of the NWSL and increased investment in women’s soccer, her earning potential has risen steadily. Her estimated net worth as of 2026 is approximately $2 million, reflecting her NWSL salary, national team bonuses, endorsement income, and investments.