If Randy Waldrum’s departure wasn’t the foremost signal of a new era for the Houston Dash, the retirement of fan favorite Melissa Henderson last week may be the clearest sign the club will never be the same.
Henderson’s second and final retirement from soccer bookends the career of an exceptional individual whose lively personality, faith, and high work rate resonated with fans. Her retirement in itself was a selfless act that provided the Dash with an available roster spot for Carli Lloyd’s return.
Henderson’s final professional season likely didn’t go as well as she could have hoped for.