The New Jersey native Brittany Ratcliffe rocked WakeMed Park on Saturday night after scoring the club’s historic third goal against the NWSL’s only undefeated team, N.C. Courage. The right-footed rocket not only helped the team take the lead in the 66th minute, but was nominated as the NWSL’s Goal of the Week.
While Ratcliffe’s shot silenced the crowd in Cary, North Carolina, URFC fans around the country rose to their feet, talking about this highlight-reel worthy shot on social media. Let’s break it down.
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- Offense is the first line of defense
This incredible shot would have never happened without a high-pressure offense—a popular playing style for head coach Laura Harvey.