LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Former Mississippi State goalkeeper Maddy Anderson signed a professional contract with Racing Louisville this week, earning a roster spot for the 2025 National Women’s Soccer League season. Anderson was a non-roster invitee to the team’s spring camp.
Anderson is the fifth player from MSU’s 2024 SEC championship-winning team to sign a professional contract, joining former Bulldog teammates Macey Hodge and Hannah Johnson in the top flight of women’s soccer in the United States.
“This is a dream come true,” Anderson said. “Ever since I was little, I have wanted to play in the National Women’s Soccer League and now Racing Louisville is making that dream a reality. I am very thankful for the opportunity to start my professional career with an amazing club that challenges me to grow both on and off the field.”
Anderson set program records for shutouts in a season and career, as well as starts and wins. Her 14 shutouts in 2024 led the SEC and ranked her second nationally.
Her performances between the posts made her a fan-favorite over five years in Starkville and helped her haul in several individual accolades. She made the SEC All-Freshman team in 2020, All-SEC second team in 2023 and All-SEC first team in 2024, along with SEC Goalkeeper of the Year.
“I couldn’t be more thrilled to hear the great news about Maddy,” Bulldogs head coach Nick Zimmerman said. “She has worked so hard for this moment, and I can’t wait to see her continue to pursue her dream.”
Racing Louisville kicks off its NWSL season today at 4 p.m. against the North Carolina Courage.
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