Mallory and Dansby Swanson, a prominent sports couple in Chicago, have announced that they are expecting their first child. Mallory Swanson, who plays as a forward for the Chicago Stars in the National Women’s Soccer League and the US women’s national team, shared the joyful news on social media. In a touching post, she displayed a series of ultrasound photos with the caption, “Our greatest blessing.” The couple did not disclose the baby’s gender or due date.
At 27, Mallory has notably not participated in the preseason NWSL camp and has been absent from the Stars this season, citing personal reasons for her time away. She expressed gratitude to the club and its fans for their understanding during this period, emphasizing her appreciation for the support from her teammates and the Stars staff.
The couple’s journey to parenthood comes amidst a successful career for Mallory, where she has made significant contributions to both her club and the national team. Last season, she netted seven goals and provided four assists in 25 games for the Stars. Her past achievements include scoring the decisive goal in the gold-medal match against Brazil at the 2024 Olympics and being a critical player in the 2019 World Cup-winning team.
Despite her recent struggles with a serious knee injury that kept her from participating in the 2023 World Cup, her remarkable record of 38 goals in 103 caps with the USWNT and 33 goals in 100 NWSL games reflects her talent and dedication to the sport.
As they embark on this new chapter of parenthood, the Swansons are sure to carry the same passion and teamwork into their family life as they do on the field. This announcement not only brings excitement to their fans but also reinforces the idea that personal milestones can coexist beautifully with professional achievements.