Kei Yoneda rejoins Chattanooga FC Women for the 2026 season!
Player Bio
Name: Kei Yoneda
Position: Defender/Midfielder
Height: 5-2
Citizenship: Japanese
Hometown: Osaka, Japan
Deep Dive
Career highlight so far?
"Finishing as a national runner-up with the Arizona Western College Women's Soccer Team in 2024 and 2025 and being named a NJCAA DI All-American."
Highlight of youth career?
"Finishing in eighth place at the All-Japan High School Championship."
Off the field
Favorite movie: Avatar: The way of Water
Music on heavy rotation: milet
Recent book you've read: One Piece
Favorite sport (other than football): Basketball
Favorite football clubs: Manchester City
Hobbies outside of soccer: Watching movies
Fun fact most people don't know about you: I tie my shoelaces on the outside, not in the middle.
Message to Chattanooga FC fans
"I am thrilled to be playing for a club with such a rich history like Chattanooga FC again this year. I know how much this club means to the community and its incredibly passionate fanbase, which is one of the best in the country. To build on last year's performance, I am ready to fight for CFC and give my all. I can't wait to see everyone and play in front of our amazing fans at Finley Stadium.
"Joining a community-focused club like CFC means everything to me. It’s not just about soccer; it’s about representing the people who own and support this club. I want to contribute to the Chattanooga community both on and off the field and make this city proud."
