USWNT..an inspiration to us all!

“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.” – Pele

I think this quotes fits perfectly with the USWNT. You can't help but tune in to everything they do. You want to watch their interviews and see what they have to say. You want a glimpse into their training camp to see what they do to prepare for their games. See what they do to get their bodies into top shape.

USWNT is a perfect example of a team that adapts, learns and studies their opponents. And this World Cup is a good testament to all those things. Each team they played was different. Each team had different strengths and weaknesses...some were good in the add..some had a quick change of attack..some had some very fast players, while others just liked to possess. But each time they were faced with another challenge, they always took that task head one. They never once shied away. Even when they were down.

Watching them play is without a doubt enjoyable. You can tell that each player truly loves the game. You can see the desire on each person's face as they are playing. Everyone is always working hard to each other. If someone makes a mistake, they fix it. And if someone does something well, they celebrate it. You never see defeat in their eyes. They never seem to lose hope. Ever. Which is a direct reflection of who they all are as individuals. When they are playing, it's almost like you are right there in the moment. You find yourself holding your breath as they take PK's..or when a wicked shot hits the post in the last seconds and it's all tied up. You can't help but be in the moment right there with them. Feeling their frustration...feeling their pain...and definitely feeling their happiness.

I have been playing soccer since I was four and have loved every minute of it. I couldn't imagine my life without it. The friends you make and the things you learn along the way are priceless. You can't pay for that camaraderie and unity you get within your team. That's like a feeling of no other. You're sharing your blood, sweat and tears with those girls. To have their love and support can be very empowering.

People can even relate to USWNT when they know nothing about soccer. In some cases I wouldn't like that they're jumping on the bandwagon, but in this case I don't. I am not surprised that everyone is watching them. It's almost addicting to watch. You can't take your eyes off them. I think everyone can relate, because it really is a story of hard work and dedication and having that mentality of "refuse to lose." Everyone wants to succeed and to see that happen within USWNT is inspiration. Not many thought they would make it to the finals, but they always had faith in themselves. They never considered themselves the underdogs and neither did we. We think you guys have already won!

Watching them play is that much more exciting because I can actually relate to them. I know what it feels like to get clipped on the ankle..or get a Charlie Horse(cramp) in your calf or hamstring..or to utterly exhausted at the end of those 90 mins. Playing soccer definitely isn't for everyone, but I'm glad I can call soccer my passion! USWNT is an inspiration to females all around the world! A group of women of pure class. To see these women living out their dreams is amazing. It's just another example of dreams really can come true and never giving up on what you believe in, no matter what the struggle is to get there!

Never give up :-] 

-KC