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GoHeels Exclusive: Russo’s Robust Return

By Pat James, GoHeels.com

Fifty minutes into the North Carolina women's soccer team's 2018 regular-season finale against Wake Forest, Alessia Russo began her mad dash, looking to beat the goalkeeper to a ball near the edge of the penalty box.

Moments earlier, a similar play had unfolded, only then she jumped over the keeper. This time, Russo felt more certain she could score. So, she continued charging.

By the time she caught up with the ball, it appeared as if she might deposit it into the back of the net.