Becky Sauerbrunn: Biography in Details
Who is Becky Sauerbrunn?
Becky Sauerbrunn is an American Soccer player. She is currently captaining FC Kansas City as a defender.
In addition, she is the co-captain of the United States Women’s National Team.
She is widely famous for representing the United States in FIFA Women’s World Cups as well as Summer Olympics.
Becky Sauerbrunn: Age, Parents, Siblings, Family, Ethnicity
Becky Elizabeth Sauerbrunn was born on June 6, 1985. St. Louis, Missouri, United States.
The couple Jane Sauerbrunn and Scott Sauerbrunn gave birth to Becky in St. Louis, Missouri, United States.
Becky Sauerbrunns two older brothers are Grant Sauerbrunn and Adam Sauerbrunn. Moreover, her family was very supportive in the early part of her career.
As regards Becky’s childhood, Becky Sauerbrunn has not shared much information with us until now. And as of now, her ethnicity is not known to many of us.
Education, School/College University
As regards Becky’s education, she completed her high school education at Ladue Horton Watkins High School in St. Louis, Missouri.
And as a part of her graduation, she attended the University of Virginia.
Her interest was very high in playing rather than academic study so she didn’t continue further in academic study.
Becky Sauerbrunn: Professional Life, Career
Being a soccer player is Becky’s only profession which she achieved after great effort and determination.
Representing her country in the Olympics as well as FIFA World Cup is her most noteworthy achievement.
Furthermore, Becky Sauerbrunn is captaining FC Kansas City since 2016.
Becky started her career in an early period of her life. She was already participating in various sports programs while she was attaining her academic study.
From 2003 to 2007, Becky Sauerbrunn was part of the Virginia Cavaliers in her college.
As regards Becky’s club career, different clubs noticed her school talent and as a result, she represented Boston Renegade in 2005.
Thus, this was the beginning of her professional career.
She played for Richmond Kickers Destiny for the 2006-2008 season where she made an impressive 24 appearances.
And for the next two years, she represented Washington Freedom. Becky was regularly featured in different teams as she was not able to make any big impressions.
In 2013, FC Kansas City bought Becky for a new National Women’s Soccer League, and is representing the very club ever since.
So far here new franchise has been successful and is captaining the team since 2016.
Becky Sauerbrunn’s international career has relatively been more successful than her club career.
She featured in U-16, U-19, U-21, and U-23 national teams during the early part of her career.
Most of all her representation in the 2011 FIFA Women’s World Cup, 2012 Summer Olympics, 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup, and 2016 Summer Olympics are her greatest professional participation.
Becky Sauerbrunn always has been an integral part of the United States National Soccer team so far since she is able to contribute to every big opportunity.
Awards, Nominations
As a result of Becky’s successful career, she has many awards under her name.
Right from the start of her career, she has been able to receive awards for her outstanding contributions.
Missouri Gatorade Player of the Year, Parade All-American, and NSCAA Youth All-American awards are some of her high school awards.
Becky Sauerbrunn became NWSL Defender of the Year three times in 2013, 2014, and 2015.
Her recognition is not only on the national stage, she was the nominee for 2015 U.S Soccer Athlete of the Year, and 2016 BBC Women’s Footballer of the Year.
Becky’s team was able to win different titles including, Olympic Gold Medal, NSWL Championship, and FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Becky Sauerbrunn: Salary, Net Worth
Becky Sauerbrunn is one of the highest-paid women’s soccer players in the United States.
Her salary is more than $300 thousand and details about her net worth are more than $3.5 million as of 2023.
Becky Sauerbrunn: Rumors, Controversy/Scandal
In recent times, the United States Women’s national team is having a payment dispute.
The co-captain Becky Sauerbrunn and her teammates are demanding an equal salary as the United States Men’s national team.
This controversial topic has led to many topics including Women’s Rights.
And as of now, there has not been any declarative conclusion regarding this dispute.
Height, Weight, Body Size
Becky Sauerbrunn is 5 feet and 7 inches tall. Her weight is around 64 kg.
Other details about her body measurement are currently unknown to the trusted domains.
But as a result of her athletic profession, she has well maintained physical appearance.
Becky Sauerbrunn is a fair-skinned gorgeous person with blonde hair in reference to her media appearances.
Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter
Becky Sauerbrunn actively uses her Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
She has more than 12.8K followers on Facebook and 672.4K followers on Twitter.
Also, more than 217K Instagram users are following her on her Instagram account
Becky Sauerbrunn’s Birthday Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | June | Thursday |
| 2025 | June | Friday |
| 2026 | June | Saturday |
| 2027 | June | Sunday |
| 2028 | June | Tuesday |