Today, KC Current announced the signing of University of Virginia defender Laney Rouse to her first professional contract through the 2026 season.
“I’m beyond excited to be joining the Kansas City Current,” said Rouse. “I feel very blessed to be able to play for an incredible club and amongst world-class teammates. I look forward to joining the highly competitive environment and the culture of excellence where I can continue to learn and grow. This opportunity is nothing short of a dream and I cannot
wait to challenge myself and contribute all that I can on and off the field.”
“A fearless defender, Laney’s progression each year has been remarkable,” said general manager Ryan Dell. “We know she will take her game to the next level in Kansas City while playing alongside other elite players and learning from our world-class technical staff. Her time with the U.S. Youth National Team plus her experience at one of the top college soccer programs will bolster our roster. Laney checks every box: athletic ability, competitive fire and work ethic, making her a valuable addition to our club.”
With the Virginia Cavaliers, Rouse starred from 2020-2025, earning 97 appearances (86 starts) with over 6,600 minutes played.
Rouse has also been part of the USYNT system at the Under-14, U-16, U-19 and U-20 levels. At the the 2022 Concacaf U-20 Championship she was part of the winning squad including an assist vs. the Dominican Republic as the team won Group E.
