By the Numbers: Jess Fishlock Signs Contract Extension Through 2026

As announced on Monday, Seattle Reign FC midfielder Jess Fishlock inked a one-year contract extension to stay with the club through the 2026 season. The Welsh international has played with the Reign since the NWSL’s inaugural season, cementing her place as a club legend. Take a look at her career so far, by the numbers: 

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Fishlock’s contract extension is a one-year deal, running through 2026. She is set to enter her 14th year with Seattle, making her the longest-tenured player in club history. 

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The midfielder earned Reign FC’s Golden Boot award for her goal contributions throughout the season. She scored six goals and added two assists en route to her first Golden Boot honor. Her six goals marked her highest single-season total since 2017. 

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Over the course of her career, Fishlock has earned NWSL Best XI First and Second Team honors a combined seven times – the second most of any player in league history. She was also named the 2021 league MVP, becoming one of two Reign players to ever earn the award. 

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Fishlock has a total of 30 regular-season assists across her NWSL career – the most in Reign FC history and tied for fifth-most all-time in the league. 

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The 38-year-old has scored 48 regular-season goals for the Reign – the second most in club history and 10th most in NWSL history. 

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The Welsh star announced her retirement from the international game this year, ending her illustrious 19-year career with the Welsh National Team. She retired with 166 caps and 48 goals – the all-time Cymru appearance and scoring records among any Welsh player, men’s or women’s. 

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The midfield mainstay has made 215 regular-season appearances in her career. In 2025, she became the fourth player in league history to reach 200 regular-season appearances and her 215 appearances rank third in league history.