Kat Rader shines in rookie season with Houston Dash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Kat Rader, a forward for the Houston Dash, has made an impressive start to her rookie season in the National Women's Soccer League. The 22-year-old has recorded six goals in 17 appearances and was named Rookie of the Month for May. Rader previously excelled at Duke University, where she earned multiple accolades. Her debut season follows a recovery from significant injuries during her junior year. Houston Dash management has praised her competitive nature and scoring ability.
- •Rader has six goals in 17 matches this season.
- •She was named Rookie of the Month for May.
- •Rader played at Duke, receiving several collegiate honors.
- •She has overcome injuries to return strong in her final season with the Blue Devils.
- •Her competitive nature has impressed Dash management.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — SSFC Spotlight: Kat Rader putting up solid numbers in rookie season
"The Houston Dash forward could hit double digits.
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