Reign extend F Ruby Hladek through end of 2026 season

Aug 19, 2026; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Seattle Reign FC forward Ruby Hladek (33) warms up before the game against Racing Louisville FC at Lynn Family Stadium. Mandatory Credit: EM Dash-Imagn Images Seattle Reign FC extended forward Ruby Hladek's contract through the end of the 2026 season on Thursday. Hladek, 23, initially signed a short-term deal at the start of the season before earning an extension through August. "Ruby continues to put in the work on and off the field, developing her game at this level while making a positive impact throughout the club," Reign general manager Lesle Gallimore said. "We're excited to extend her time with us -- she's earned it." Hladek made her NWSL debut on the road against Gotham FC on July 18. The 2025 WAC Offensive Player of the Year, Hladek tallied 24 goals and a program-record 32 assists in 60 games at Utah Valley from 2023-25. --Field Level Media