We’re thrilled to announce the arrival of our son, Jagger Mewis-Kerr. Kerr will be playing with Kristie Mewis. The new parents excitedly shared their big news with friends and fans on Instagram. This is just the latest development in their growing relationship, which kicked off in 2021. Kerr, who has captained the Australian national women’s soccer team since 2019, and Mewis, a midfielder for West Ham United and member of the US national team, welcomed their first child together.
The news followed just months after the couple announced their pregnancy in November 2022. Kerr, 31, and Mewis, 34, got engaged in late 2023, deepening their connection as they both prepared for parenthood themselves. They officially first met in 2019 during a US National Women’s Soccer League Challenge Cup match. Since then, their work and life partnership has deepened into a collaboration rich with artistic and political triumphs.
A New Addition to the Family
In announcing the news of their son’s birth, Kerr highlighted this enthusiasm in an Instagram post, writing that he is a “blessing.”
“Our little man is here, Jagger Mewis-Kerr.” – Sam Kerr
The couple’s announcement drew glowing responses from fans and athletes—which include each other—equally. The Matildas, Australia’s national women’s soccer team, recently celebrated the arrival of the newest member of their family on Instagram.
“Welcome to the Tillies fam, Jagger! Congratulations to mums Sam and Kristie on the arrival of their beautiful baby boy!” – The Matildas (Instagram)
Challenges and Triumphs
Kerr has faced significant challenges off the field, having recently endured a career-changing ACL tear. This injury kept her from competition for over a year. She returned to the pitch in late March with a bang. Just in time to captain her squad to the top, she earned the captaincy back! Her spirit in this time protected her own commitment to her sport and her family.
At the same time, Mewis is making waves across the world in England’s Women’s Super League, where she plays for West Ham United. Her contributions to the Reign and the national team have established her as one of the most indispensable, possibly even iconic, players in women’s soccer.
Future Prospects
The new parents welcome majority of parental leave policy reform. They will be doing all of this while managing their own families and personal lives with their new professional responsibilities. Kerr and Mewis continue to be positive role models as trailblazers in women’s sports. Their story continues to inspire fans across the world.
