A Must-Win Win

The Lion’s Pitch Podcast is your go-to source for insightful, weekly coverage of the NC Courage, hosted by Katie and Trevor. In this week’s episode: Looking Back – The Courage are back in the win column with a convincing 2–0 victory over the Chicago Stars at home. Manaka steals the show with her first two goals of the season — and even more memorable celebrations. We break down what clicked for the team. Standout Stats – It wasn’t just about the scoreboard. We dig into the rest of the numbers. Looking Ahead – San Diego Wave awaits. It’s a tough road trip, and we preview how the Courage stack up against one of the league’s most physical sides — and what history tells us about this matchup. Courage News – Hensley Hancuff announced her retirement. Around the League – We’ve got the latest updates and storylines you need to know from across the NWSL. Welcome to 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. The 2025 season has begun, so you don't want to miss out! New episode drops every Thursday. Thanks for tuning in—catch you next time, Courage Country! Subscribe & Follow Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and find us online at lionspitch.com, follow us on Bluesky @lionspitch.bsky.social, or on Instagram @thelionspitch Hosted by Trevor Knoblich and Katie Cleary Produced by Mary Pruter Edited by Danielle Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.