WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 6, 2026) – DC Power Football Club has re-signed midfielder Justina
Gaynor through the 2027 Gainbridge Super League season pending league and federation approval.
“We’re excited to welcome Justina back to DC Power FC for the upcoming season,” Steven
Birnbaum, DC Power Football Club Sporting Director, said. “Justina was a key player in our push
towards the playoffs this season and we’re confident she will bring that same intensity and skill in her
second season.”
Gaynor signed with DC Power FC on January 29, 2026, ahead of the Spring half of the 2025/26
season after playing for Lexington SC in the Fall slate. Gaynor has appeared in 22 matches this
season (11 starts) and earned two assists.
Before she signed with the Gainbridge Super League, Gaynor signed her first professional contract
with the Chicago Stars FC (NWSL) on March 12, 2025, and made two appearances for the club.
Gaynor had a successful five-year college career, playing her first season with Butler University
(2020-21) and her final four years of NCAA eligibility at Michigan State University (2021-2024).
DC Power FC’s full 2026 Fall Season schedule available HERE. Season tickets are available for
purchase at dcpowerfootballclub.com/tickets.
Justina Gaynor
Position: Midfielder
Birthplace: Shelby Township, MI
Birthdate: 12/21/2001
Height: 5’8’’
Age: 24
Status: Domestic
Transaction: DC Power FC re-sign midfielder Justina Gaynor to a contract extension through the
2027 season.
ABOUT DC POWER FOOTBALL CLUB
DC Power Football Club (Power FC) is one of the founding teams in the Gainbridge Super League
that launched in August 2024. DC Power FC’s schedule will be announced at a later date. To
purchase season tickets, please visit dcpowerfootballclub.com/tickets.
DC Power FC bridges the journey from youth to professional, connecting the global game to local
fans. The club is dedicated to increasing the opportunities for both young girls and women to
participate in professional soccer, not just as players but as leaders and champions both on and off
the field.
