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Angie Kerr

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Portland Thorns midfielder Angie Kerr has announced her retirement from professional soccer.

Kerr played professionally for five years and was a member of the Thorns for the last two years.

The 29-year-old was selected by the Thorns in the second-round of the 2013 NWSL Supplemental Draft and appeared in 29 regular-season matches over two seasons in Portland.

"After all the years of getting to play this beautiful game, it's time for me to move on to the next chapter in my life," said Kerr in a prepared statement. "There are so many people who have helped and supported me throughout this journey, which I am so thankful for. Soccer has provided me with so many life-long friendships and experiences that I will never forget. I couldn't have asked for a better place to retire, playing in front of the best fans in the world."

Kerr, a graduate of the University of Portland, recored four assists during her time with the Thorns and was a member of the 2013 NWSL championship-winning squad.

"Angie was an instrumental part of the club's success in its first two seasons," said Thorns general manager Gavin Wilkinson in a prepared statement. "Her professionalism and ability is highly respected amongst coaches, peers and fans alike and we wish her all the best."

In her career, Kerr also earned 10 caps and scored two goals with the U.S. Women's National Team (2005, 2008-09).

-- Jamie Goldberg | @jamiebgoldberg