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USWNT and Washington Spirit forward Trinity Rodman is making history with more than her game this week. She has teamed up with Adidas to unveil the F50 SPARKFUSION, their first football boot designed from the ground up for the female athlete. It stands out in both appearance and intent, challenging the status quo of women wearing gear originally designed for men.
Developed after gathering ten years of foot scans and feedback from players around the world, this cleat addresses both performance demands and anatomical differences. Women often have narrower heels, higher arches, and fuller midfoot profiles, and the boot features a new heel-to-toe shape that adapts to those needs, delivering a snug fit where it matters and room where it counts.
Adidas introduced its new system called FUSIONLAST, which gives a narrow heel and full mid-foot support. In trials, female players wearing this model were able to turn quickly, accelerate with more confidence, and find that the ball felt more connected to their movement.
Rodman was part of the entire process, offering input at each step. She described it as a dream opportunity to impact the sport she loves. Highlighting her style of play, she said she loves how the cleat supports her sharp changes in direction. Her excitement was clear. She is eager for every player to experience the boot’s benefits firsthand.
“Developing tailored products for the women’s game is a huge win, and I have found it so valuable to be a part of the design and research journey with adidas for F50 SPARKFUSION,” Rodman said. “I love how the boot is built to support quick changes in direction – a trait that is a huge part of my craft – so I can’t wait to get out onto the pitch with them on and for everyone to feel the benefits.”
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At age 23, Rodman already has a trophy cabinet to match her ambition. She was drafted second overall by Washington in 2021 and soon helped her club win their first championship. That same year, she earned NWSL Rookie of the Year honors and was named to the Best XI in 2024. Internationally, she brought her energy to the USWNT, scoring three goals and taking home the 2024 Olympic gold. She has also helped the USWNT clinch the CONCACAF W Gold Cup in the same year, and the CONCACAF Women's Championship in 2022.
Her Adidas partnership goes beyond product design. She has featured in global campaigns alongside megastars such as Messi and Son Heung-min and appeared in the company’s Super Bowl commercials with Candace Parker. In 2022, she became the highest-paid player in the league and penned a children’s book. She is vocal about support for mental health, youth empowerment, and the growth of women’s sport.
The cleats’ look captures the spirit of the product with a post-pastel purple tone with bold neon green stripes and vibrant graphics. It comes in three versions, the laceless, low-cut, and mid-cut, with prices ranging from $70 to $260. Rodman said she wants these cleats to build confidence, not only on the field but in players’ sense of belonging in the sport.
Until now, women’s football players have often had to adapt to gear that prioritized male fit. This moment marks a shift. Gear that aligns with how women play feels like just the start of wider change in the sport.
The F50 SPARKFUSION represents more than a new product. It is a symbol of female athletes having a seat at the design table and a voice in what they wear. It emphasizes how player input can shape better gear, better performance, and better experiences.
For Rodman, this moment is both personal and powerful. She is not just a face for the boot but a key figure behind its creation. As she prepares for milestones ahead, including the USWNT's World Cup qualifiers and potential moves to Europe, she will step onto pitches knowing she wore her own design. And that story will inspire others to seek more from their gear, to expect more respect, and to demand cleats built from their perspective.
