Taking a step outside of her comfort zone, the veteran defender has embraced becoming a U.S. national team co-captain.
CHESTER, Pa. — It began with the shortlist for the Golden Ball at the Women's World Cup. Next was the all-tournament team. Then the World Player of the Year finalists were revealed, along with the FIFPro XI.
As the international accolades came and went in 2015, Becky Sauerbrunn's name remained unmentioned — and U.S. national team supporters were none too happy about it.
"It's been interesting watching, when I don't get an award, the outcry from fans," Sauerbrunn said.