Lauren Brzykcy


Lauren Ann Brzykcy is an American professional soccer goalkeeper who plays for Piteå IF. Born in the United States, she has been called up to represent Hungary internationally. She played college soccer for UCLA Bruins before being picked 33rd overall in the 2023 NWSL Draft.

Early life

Brzykcy was born in 1999 in the United States. She was described as "mentioned by several coaches as the best goalkeeper in the county".

Education

Brzykcy attended the University of California, Los Angeles in the United States. She received her BS in Sociology and her master's degree in education.
She played one game for UCLA Bruins softball on May 19, 2019.

Career

Brzykcy played for Swedish side Vittsjö. She also played professionally with The Wave in San Diego CA. She has been called up to the Hungary women's national football team, earning her first cap in 2024.
On January 15, 2026, it was announced that Brzycky had signed with Women's Super League 2 side Bristol City on a two-and-a-half-year contract, with head coach Charlotte Healy describing her as "a very talented goalkeeper who will add to the quality and competition in our goalkeeper department."

Personal life

Brzykcy is a native of San Clemente, United States. She has surfed as a hobby.
Brzykcy maintains close ties to her hometown, and continues to participate in the city’s highly regarded coed Sunday League in which she was voted MVP by her fellow players for the summer of 2023 campaign.

Honors

San Diego Wave
UCLA Bruins
Individual