Two matches on the road and a FIFA international break later, OL Reign finally held their 2023 home opener, hosting San Diego Wave FC on Saturday evening. In front of a new club record attendance for a home opener of 9,219, goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce claimed a share of the club record for most clean sheets, and Olivia Van der Jagt nabbed another stoppage time winning goal, as OL Reign handed San Diego Wave FC their first loss on the season, 1-0.
WHAT WORKED: FOCUS
All of the anticipation and excitement towards finally having their home opener, and OL Reign players, coaches, and office staff get a raw deal a few days ago with ownership group OL Groupe just so casually saying, “Oh by the way, we’re looking to sell the NWSL team.