Veronica Latsko
Veronica Latsko | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 12, 1995 United States |
| Occupation | Professional soccer player |
| Years active | 2018– |
| Known for | Forward for Seattle Reign FC in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) |
Veronica Anne Latsko (born December 12, 1995) is a professional American soccer forward currently playing for Seattle Reign FC in the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL).
College career
During her collegiate tenure with the Virginia Cavaliers, Latsko participated in 93 matches over four seasons. She was ever-present in the lineups for both the 2014 and 2017 campaigns. In her senior year, 2017, she matched the university’s record for points scored in a single game and was honored with a selection to the All-ACC first team.
Houston Dash, 2018–21
Latsko was chosen 28th overall in the 2018 NWSL College Draft by the Houston Dash. She officially signed with the club on March 24, 2018, and made her professional debut the following day facing the Chicago Red Stars. Her inaugural professional goal came on May 18, securing a 3–2 victory against Sky Blue FC. Shortly thereafter, six days later, she scored the decisive goal to achieve Houston’s inaugural triumph over the Seattle Reign.
Loan to Adelaide United, 2018–19
For the 2018–19 W-League season, Latsko was loaned to Adelaide United, joining forces with Houston Dash teammate Amber Brooks. She concluded the season tied for second place in the Golden Boot standings with nine goals, finishing behind Sam Kerr by four goals.
Loan to Sydney FC, 2019–20
Latsko returned to Australia on loan for the 2019–20 W-League season, this time with Sydney FC, where she reunited with Houston Dash colleague Sofia Huerta.
Seattle Reign, 2022–
In January 2022, Houston Dash traded Latsko to Seattle Reign FC in exchange for a third-round selection in the 2023 NWSL Draft plus $30,000 in allocation funds. On March 26, 2022, she recorded both her first goal and assist for Seattle during a 3–1 victory over Angel City FC in the NWSL Challenge Cup. Latsko started all seven matches of the 2022 Challenge Cup campaign, including the semifinal defeat to the Washington Spirit.
Throughout the 2023 season, Latsko played a pivotal role in helping Seattle advance to the NWSL playoffs, delivering crucial goals in both quarterfinal and semifinal contests. She was a starter in the championship game against NJ/NY Gotham FC, which Seattle narrowly lost 2–1; during that match, Latsko had a significant scoring chance denied by goalkeeper Mandy Haught.
On February 7, 2024, Latsko extended her contract with Seattle Reign through the end of 2025.
Honors
Houston Dash
- NWSL Challenge Cup: 2020
OL Reign
- The Women's Cup: 2022
- NWSL Shield: 2022