It’s been over a week since the United States Women’s National Team defeated Canada to claim their 10th CONCACAF W Championship and a 7th trip to the Olympics.
But the work is just beginning.
The USWNT entered the tournament with a high focus on young talented players mixed with world champion veterans. It was necessary and calculated for head coach Vlatko Andonovski to make this decision with injuries stinging players from the last World Cup team.
The CONCACAF W Championship was a proving ground for many first-time players in a meaningful international competition. At times, the youth showed but overall, they achieved the ultimate goals: qualify for the 2023 World Cup, qualify for the 2024 Olympics, and win the tournament trophy.