Jayden "JP" Perry and Portland Thorns agree to contract extension through 2028

“I have loved every second of my time here in Portland." - JP

Credit: Kelsey Baker

Jayden “JP” Perry has signed a contract extension with the Portland Thorns through the 2028 season, the club announced today.

Without the NWSL Draft, the team made it a priority to sign Perry from UCLA. In January, they would agree to a one-year contract.

“Jayden has been on our radar for some time now as an exciting young, natural left-footed defender at the college level where she was part of a record breaking defense,” Head Coach Rob Gale said.

Their faith in her has been rewarded.

She has taken the league by storm. Perry is currently tied with Reilyn Turner for the team lead in goals with three, and also tallied an assist. In her seven appearances, she has played over 630 minutes and has become one of Portland’s top players in defense.

“I have loved every second of my time here in Portland,” Perry said. “The girls and staff have created such a welcoming and fun environment, and I am so grateful that this organization took a chance on me. This team has really put their time and trust into my development and growth as a person, player and teammate. I am thrilled for my future as a Thorn and to continue wearing our crest for this amazing city.”

“Jayden has been a talented addition to our team, establishing herself as an important contributor,” President and General Manager of Soccer Operations Jeff Agoos said. “She arrived in preseason with the potential to be a key player for the team and we have high expectations as Jayden continues to develop alongside the rest of our backline. We are excited to see her commit to this new era of Thorns history and look forward to her development with our organization.”