Courage Under Pressure

In this episode of The Lion’s Pitch, the NC Courage face a tough 2-0 loss to Seattle, but the playoff fight isn’t over. We break down key players, tactical shifts, and late-game struggles, then preview the must-win clash against Racing Louisville. Plus, the latest league news and standout stats keep fans in the know as the postseason push heats up. In This Episode ⚽ Looking Back: NC Courage vs Seattle Reign The Courage struck first but couldn’t hold off Seattle’s late surge. We break down the highs, heartbreaks, and what this loss means for the playoff push. 📊 Standout Stats Seattle’s clinical finishing stole the win despite the Courage dominating possession. We break down the stats, near-misses, and the key moments that show why this team is still fighting for a playoff spot. 🔮 Looking Ahead: Racing Louisville With only four games left, the Courage face a must-win showdown against Racing Louisville to secure a playoff spot. We break down the key matchups, tactical questions, and why this game could define their postseason chances. 📰 Courage News We’ve got the latest updates from the Courage, including standout performances and key developments shaping the team’s season. 🌎 Around the League From Kansas City clinching the Shield to a playoff race that’s still wide open, we break down the biggest NWSL storylines. 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. 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.