Brooklyn, N.Y., October 22, 2025 — Brooklyn Football Club (Brooklyn FC) women’s defender Emily Pringle has announced her retirement from professional soccer, stepping away from the game to pursue opportunities beyond the sport.
Pringle made six appearances for Brooklyn FC during the fall half of the 2025/26 Gainbridge Super League season. She previously played for Brisbane Roar FC in Australia’s A-League, where she logged 23 matches and two goals in her debut professional campaign. A former team captain at the University of Pennsylvania, Pringle also played at UCLA, bringing leadership and international experience to Brooklyn during her time with the club.
Brooklyn FC thanks Emily for her professionalism and dedication and wishes her the very best in her next chapter.
About Brooklyn Football Club
Brooklyn Football Club is the borough’s professional soccer club, competing in the United Soccer League ecosystem. The club’s women’s team plays in the Gainbridge Super League, the top tier of U.S. women’s soccer, while the men’s team will debut in the USL Championship in 2026. United by a commitment to community, culture, and competitive excellence, Brooklyn FC represents the global game with local heart. Learn more at brooklynfootballclub.com.
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