Morgan Reid | Net Worth, Salary & Boyfriend

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Morgan Reid might not be a new name amongst the soccer fans. She is a rising NWSL player who has built quite a reputation inside and outside the field. 

Reid was drafted in NWSL IN 2018 by the North Carolina Courage. In 2019, she was traded off to Orlando Pride.

She is known for her position as a defender. Reid has proven to be one of the top contenders due to her consistent performance.

Morgan Reid in Duke Jersey
Morgan Reid in Duke Jersey (Source: Pinterest)

Morgan is also famous for her Instagram photos and her relationship with NBA star Grayson Allen.

This article further mentions in greater detail her early life, career, net worth, and personal life.

But first, let us take a quick sneak peek at the basic facts of her life.

Quick Facts 

Full Name Morgan Nicole Reid
Birth Date June 13, 1995
Birth Place Cleveland, Ohio
Religion Christianity
Nationality American
Ethnicity White
University Duke University
Horoscope Gemini
Father’s Name Brian Reid
Mother’s Name Cheryl Reid
Siblings Jason, Jake, Justin & Madison
Age 28 years old
Height 5 feet 7 inches 
Weight 128 lbs (58 kg)
NWSL Draft 2018 / Undrafted
Hair Color Brown
Eye Color Hazel
Career Highlights & Awards
  • 2018 Women’s International Champions Cup,
  • 2014 NCSCA Player of the Year,
  • Gatorade Player of the Year (State of North Carolina)
Build Athletic 
Marital Status Unmarried 
Boyfriend Grayson Allen 
Position Defender 
Profession NWSL player
Net Worth $100,000 
Current Teams North Carolina Courage
League NWSL
Active Since 2018
Social Media InstagramTwitter
Merch of Grayson Allen  Calendar
Last Update March 2024

Morgan Reid | Early Life, Family & Education 

Morgan Reid was born in 1995 in Cleveland, Ohio. She is the daughter of Brian Reid and Cheryl Reid. They raised her in a warm environment alongside their 4 other children Justin, Jake, Jason, and Madison Reid.

Her family’s athletic background is fascinating. Reid’s grandfather was a renowned wrestling coach who was enlisted in the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.

Both her parents were also athletes. Her father Brian was on a wrestling team whereas her mother was a basketball player. They both attended Ohio State University.

Morgan Reid with her siblings and pet dog
Morgan with her siblings and pet dog (Source: Dreshare)

Reid’s all three brothers are basketball players too. Her brother Justin is a basketball player at Hampden Sydney College.

Madison Reid, her sister is a soccer player who has been a member of the North Carolina Courage Development Academy since 2017. She also plays the position of a defender.

It can be assumed that she had a lot of support from her family seeing all the members of the family indulged in sports.

Although she was born in Ohio, she was raised in North Carolina. There Reid attended Cardinal Gibbons Highschool.

In high school, Reid was ranked as South Atlantic’s no.1 player and was awarded Gatorade Player of the Year.

The athlete also led her high school team in the state championship, where they scored against St. Stephen Highschool.

Morgan Reid also played alongside Duke’s player Christina Gibbons, a former NWSL player who retired at the age of 24 in 2019.

Reid also played basketball at the time. But it wasn’t just a hobby as she was a four-time letter winner and a two-time team MVP as a point guard.

Morgan Reid | Age, Weight, and Height

The NWSL player Morgan Reid is currently 28 years old, born on June 13, 1995.

Reid has an athletic figure and stands at a tall height of 5 ft 7 inches. She weighs around 128 lbs, i.e. 58 kg.

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Morgan Reid | Professional Career

After graduating high school, Reid attended Duke University in 2014. There she pursued a degree in evolutionary anthropology.

Impressively, she was a starter in all her four years with the Blue Devil. For those who do not know, starters are the team’s best players at their positions.

As a freshman, she scored her first collegiate assist against Penn State University. Reid also helped The Blue Devils to six shutouts.

Eventually, in her junior year, she assisted in the Duke defense to 11 shutouts and started the final 16 matches of the season. 

In all five NCAA Tournament games, Reid assisted in keeping Duke’s defense clean. She helped the team set a school record in her senior year by scoring 18 shutouts in 2017.

Not only that, Reid led a defense team in the same year that left Miami Hurricanes shotless. Since defeating Campbell in 2003, the Blue Devils had not held an opponent without a shot.

Though being drafted by the North Carolina Courage in 2018 she couldn’t play for the team but she did make two substitute appearances.

She was transferred to Orlando Pride in 2019 making her professional debut against Portland Thorns F.C. Unfortunately due to her injury she missed out on the 2020 season.

Morgan Reid | Boyfriend

Morgan Reid’s boyfriend Grayson Allen is an NBA superstar who currently plays for Milwaukee Bucks. Grayson also attended Duke University where they two met. 

The internet nicknamed them “Duke’s Power Couple”. Their relationship wasn’t public until 2018.

The couple got engaged on February 24, 2022, after more than three years of being together. They announced it through Instagram with some lovely photos.

The college sweethearts faced some backlash on the internet after posting those pictures but that doesn’t seem to bother them.

Morgan Reid and Grayson Allen on their engagement day
Morgan Reid and Grayson Allen on their engagement day (Source: laitimes.com)

They seem to love hanging out in exotic vacation spots with families and friends and both seem to be very adventurous.

The college sweethearts also have a dog named Teddy. He seems to be an important part of their lives.

On October 8, 1995, Grayson Allen was born in Jackson, Florida, to Sherry Allen and William Allen. He was an only child until his parents adopted his friend, Tonan Ferrell who had been abandoned by his mother.

After graduation, Grayson played four seasons of basketball at Duke University before finally being drafted by the Utah Jazz in 2018.

He became to be known as a dirty player after he injured Alex Caruso on Jan 21 in Milwaukee. Tristan Thompson also called out on Grayson’s act.

But this wasn’t the only time Grayson angered his fans. The angry Grizzlies fans bashed Grayson for the loss against the Mavericks but fortunately, his teammate Ja Morant defended him at the time.

Morgan Reid | Net Worth

Morgan Reid’s networth is around $1 million as of 2022. Her networth in 2021 was between $100,000 to $1 million. The source of Reid’s income is her professional soccer career.

Reid is not involved in any other money-making careers. The amount of total earnings and her salary has not been disclosed to the public yet.

Although her lifestyle is private, Reid’s vacation photos with her family and boyfriend tell that she is indeed living a luxurious life.

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Morgan Reid | Awards

  • ACC Honor Roll (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018)
  • Gatorade Player of the Year (State of North Carolina)
  • 2014 NCSCA Player of the Year
  • 2018 Women’s International Champions Cup

Morgan Reid | Body-shaming 

It’s not unusual for athletes to be judged on their appearances, especially female athletes. Morgan Reid has spoken out about the unwanted attention that female athletes get on their appearance. 

Being an athlete with strong arms and thunder thighs is common. But she got trolled and body shamed for having the features that male athletes would get appreciated for.

As a young girl, Reid didn’t feel feminine enough due to her thighs though being an athlete’s muscular thighs is beneficial in the game.

Reid’s insecurities took a different turn after her photos circulated on various social media platforms.

She has mentioned in the ‘Anatomy of a Student Athlete’ that she doubts if people would see the real her or just a headline, directed to her appearance.

The comments made about her on the internet were mostly about her physics telling her she was too muscular or that she is pretty but too thick.

Her trollers crossed the line to even show up at her game and call her names. It didn’t affect her gameplay but highlighted her insecurities.

Even a tough female athlete would be affected by such criticism. However, the soccer star hasn’t let the trollers put her down and she has been thriving since then.

Reid continues to challenge the beauty standards created for women in society. She wants to be known for her soccer career and her supporters are here all through the journey.

Morgan Reid | Hobbies and Favourite Things

Reid loves to travel with her family and boyfriend, especially in nature. She can be seen traveling from beaches to going on hikes from her updates on social media.

Her iconic physique proves that she loves working out in the gym and playing soccer. 

Morgan Reid wearing happy face (Source: Instagram)
Morgan Reid wearing a happy face (Source: Instagram)

She has also shared her love for the Astonishing Hollywood actress Emma stone and dashing actor Ryan Gosling.

Furthermore, the city of lights, Paris is her dream destination. Reid seems to love the color black.

The soccer star also has a taste for European food as continental cuisine is her favorite dish.

Morgan Reid | Social Media

Morgan Reid has an active Instagram presence with 210k followers (as of May 2022). You can also find her on Twitter, where she has 5,252 followers (as of May 2022).

FAQs

Does Morgan Reid have children?

No, she doesn’t have any children. She and Grayson haven’t made it public if they’re planning to have a baby soon.

Does Morgan Reid do professional modeling?

No, Morgan Reid doesn’t do modeling. However, her model-like pictures on social media are quite popular.

Did Morgan Reid get breast implants?

No, Morgan Reid didn’t get any type of breast surgery and remains natural.

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Sanjib Sah
Sanjib Sah
Sanjib Sah is an engineer and content writer passionate about sports and athletics. With a background in engineering and a love for all things active, Sanjib brings a unique perspective to the world of sports writing. Whether he is covering the latest trends in sports technology or sharing tips on improving your game, Sanjib's words are always rooted in a deep appreciation for players' hard work and dedication everywhere. In his free time, you can find him hitting the courts or hitting the trails, always looking for new ways to challenge himself and improve his skills.

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