Updated November 10, 2024 at 6:38 p.m. EST|Published November 10, 2024 at 6:37 p.m. EST
The Washington Spirit was down a goal and on the brink of an early playoff exit Sunday afternoon at Audi Field when the totality of Tara McKeown’s soccer tool kit unlocked the Bay FC defense.
McKeown the sturdy center back began the sequence with a dash of defense, stepping up to beat Bay FC forward Asisat Oshoala to a loose ball in midfield. Next, McKeown the former winger embarked on a slaloming run toward the goal. Lastly, McKeown the prolific collegiate striker drilled a low shot that nestled in the side netting.