The Lion's Pitch

Nov 13 2024 30 ep. 38 mins 3
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A WoSo podcast for North Carolina Courage soccer fans with the latest news, game analysis, match previews and updates from around the league. The NC Courage play in the NWSL, National Women's Soccer League).
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Courage's 2024 Season Ends

Nov 13 2024 37 mins  
In This EpisodeNorth Carolina Courage's season has come to an end. The NC Courage lost to KC Current in the quarterfinal match this weekend. Despite the outcome, the Courage played great, and we look forward to the 2025 season.We go over some standout stats from the game. We take a look at some Courage news and updates. Then we take a look ahead at the semi-final matches and end wi

Shuffle Ball

Nov 06 2024 36 mins  
In This EpisodeThe Washington Spirit hands the North Carolina Courage their first home loss. Our stand-out players during a tough match were Aline Gomes and Dani Weatherholt.We look ahead to our quarterfinal match against the KC Current and take a quick look at news around the league. We close with a discussion about the playoffs and share who we think makes it to the final.The NC

Moment of Inevitability

Oct 31 2024 34 mins  
In This EpisodeThe North Carolina Courage lost to Bay FC, keeping the fifth-place position they locked down last week.We look ahead to Washington Spirit at home on Saturday, followed by Courage and NWSL news and updates. Ashley Sanchez and Casey Murphy were called up to the USWNT for their victory tour. Denise O'Sullivan played with Ireland, Kerolin Nicoli played with Brazil, and F

Late Game Equalizer

Oct 17 2024 41 mins  
In This EpisodeThe North Carolina Courage tied Angel City FC, staying in fifth place. Olivia Wingate secured the equalizer in the dying moments of the game, minutes after Christen Press scored her first goal after years of ACL recovery.We look ahead to Bay FC away on Saturday, followed by Courage and NWSL news and updates. We discuss the Angel FC penalization from the league, the l

Courage Clinch A Playoff Spot

Oct 10 2024 42 mins  
In This EpisodeThe North Carolina Courage beat the San Diego Wave. With this win, NC Courage clinched a playoff spot in front of the largest crowd of the season. They introduced a new front line with Kerolin back in the mix. We get goals from Aline Gomes, her first, and Manaka, who is fresh off the U20 Women's World Cup.We look ahead to Angel City FC at home on Saturday, followed b

Midstride Backheel Nutmeg

Oct 03 2024 38 mins  
In This EpisodeThe North Carolina Courage beat Chicago Red Stars. USWNT head coach Emma Hayes was in the stands, and the Courage put their best boot forward. They absolutely delivered:Ryan Williams made a case for a much-needed outside back position for the national team.Brianna Pinto scores off an assist from Ashley Sanchez (though officially called an OG) and is immediately subbe

Kero's Back!

Sep 26 2024 36 mins  
In This EpisodeThe North Carolina Courage lose to Racing Louisville. Ashley Sanchez puts Abby Erceg on skates to assist a goal from Brianna Pinto. And Kerolin is finally back!We look ahead to Sunday's away match against the Chicago Red Stars in Chicago. Then we take a look around the league.The NC Courage lose 1-2 against the Racing Louisville.Welcome to The Lion’s Pitch PodcastW

Grinding Out A Draw

Sep 18 2024 33 mins  
In This EpisodeThe North Carolina Courage tie Bay FC at WakeMed Soccer Park, extending their home unbeaten streak. Ashley Sanchez scored, making her the first player in the NWSL to score against every team.We look ahead to Saturday's away match against Louisville's newly formulated squad and wrap up with some Courage and NWSL news.The NC Courage tie 1-1 against the Bay FC.Welcome t

Courage Wave Goodbye to Morgan

Sep 11 2024 39 mins  
In This EpisodeThe North Carolina Courage beat Alex Morgan and the San Diego Wave in Snapdragon Stadium. Alex Morgan was denied a PK from Casey Murphy, and four Courage players scored. Melia Berkley was credited with three assists in the first half, a first in the NWSL. Throw in a red card for the San Diego keeper, and calling it a fantastic game is an understatement—but probably

Rain Goals

Sep 04 2024 29 mins  
In This EpisodeThe North Carolina Courage maintained their unbeaten streak at home with a win against the KC Current. Despite extreme heat and a torrential downpour in the 80th minute (causing a 90-minute game delay), the Courage won with goals by brand new Australian international Cortnee Vine, and Durham local and UNC alum Brianna Pinto. We discuss the game, go over some stand-ou