Ashley Hatch enters her 10th NWSL season in 2026, having played for the Washington Spirit since 2018. She has won both Rookie of the Year (2017) and the Golden Boot (2021), along with an NWSL Championship in 2021.

In our conversation, Ashley discusses her work with the NWSL Players Association, including the financial aspects of the most recent collective bargaining agreement. She talks about preparing financially to welcome a child into her family, and she shares her perspective on preparing for life after her playing career ends, with a focus on starting her own business.

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