ORLANDO, Fla. (March 5, 2026) — The Orlando Pride have added forward Reagan Raabe to the roster, announcing a short-term contract that runs through June 30, 2026. The move bolsters the Pride’s attacking options as they prepare for the upcoming season, bringing in a player who impressed during preseason training.
Raabe joins the Pride after a collegiate career with the University of Nebraska, where she consistently demonstrated her offensive capabilities. The signing represents a significant opportunity for the 24-year-old to prove herself at the professional level after overcoming recent injury setbacks. Orlando Pride VP of Soccer Operations & General Manager Caitlin Carducci highlighted Raabe’s impact during the preseason, stating, “Reagan came into preseason as a non‑rostered invitee and immediately showed the athleticism, versatility and mentality we value at this Club.” Carducci added, “She earned her place every single day, and her journey reflects exactly what it means to wear this badge. We’re excited to reward her work with a short‑term contract and to continue supporting her growth at the Pride.”
College Career and Preseason Impact
Raabe spent her entire preseason with the Pride as a non-rostered invitee, quickly making a positive impression on the coaching staff. Prior to joining Orlando, she finished her college career at the University of Nebraska, where she was a consistent starter. In her final season with the Huskers, Raabe started every game, accumulating 14 points with four goals and a team-high six assists. Her ability to both score and create opportunities for teammates made her a valuable asset in the college game.
Overcoming Adversity
Raabe’s path to professional soccer hasn’t been without challenges. She was sidelined for the 2023 and 2024 seasons due to injury, following a successful 2022 campaign where she earned third-team All-Big Ten accolades for the second time in her career. In 2022, she started 17 games, playing a total of 1,428 minutes and contributing two goals and four assists for eight points. She also recorded 37 shots, with 12 on target, helping the Huskers achieve an 8-7-5 overall record and a 5-3-2 record in conference play.
Prior to the injury that cut her 2022 season short, Raabe also earned All-Big Ten recognition as a sophomore, starting all 18 games and logging 1,369 minutes on the field. During that season, she tied for the team lead in goals with seven, adding three assists to her tally.
What’s Next for Raabe and the Pride
The short-term contract provides Raabe with a platform to showcase her skills and compete for playing time within the Pride’s squad. The team will be looking to integrate her into their attacking system as they navigate the upcoming schedule. The Pride will be closely evaluating Raabe’s performance with an eye toward potential future opportunities.
This signing underscores the Pride’s commitment to identifying and developing talent, offering opportunities to players who demonstrate the qualities the club values. Fans will be eager to see how Raabe contributes to the team’s success in the coming months.
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