Summary

In this episode of The Lion’s Pitch, catch the latest on the NC Courage and NWSL with updates on team news, player comebacks, major trades, league expansions, and fan excitement — all wrapped up with insights on what’s next this season.

In This Episode

⚽ Looking Back: NC Courage vs San Diego Wave

This intense match saw the Courage’s defense hold strong against relentless San Diego Wave pressure, while intriguing tactical shifts and surprising substitutions kept the game unpredictable.

📊 Standout Stats

San Diego dominated possession and offensive stats, yet the Courage’s defense held strong, limiting quality shots and showcasing stellar goalkeeping from Casey Murphy. Plus, hear veteran Ryan Williams share how the team's culture and coaching continue to drive her growth after 100 matches.

🔮 Looking Ahead: Houston Dash

With Houston struggling and missing key offensive pieces, the upcoming rematch feels like a crucial test for the Courage to build on their strong draw against San Diego.

📰 Courage News

The Courage are building incredible momentum both on and off the field, with fans showing up in full force and creating an electric atmosphere.

🌎 Around the League

From exciting expansion news and a legendary retirement to a stunning comeback and a blockbuster trade shaking up the league, this episode covers all the latest must-know stories.

About The Lion’s Pitch Podcast

Welcome to The Lion’s Pitch, your go-to podcast for everything North Carolina Courage. Every week, Trevor and Katie break down the latest matches, preview upcoming opponents, discuss NC Courage news, and take a look around the NWSL. Plus, we’ll bring you bonus episodes with interviews, behind-the-scenes content, and some fun surprises along the way.

New episode drops every Thursday.

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• Hosted by Trevor Knoblich and Katie Cleary
• Produced by Mary Pruter
• Edited by Danielle Russell

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