Red Stars player Sarah Gorden claims she was racially profiled by security guard at Houston Dash game, NWSL now investigating
The Houston Dash released a statement Monday after a Red Stars player claimed she and her boyfriend, who are Black, were racially profiled during the opening match of the Challenge Cup tournament on Saturday.
Women's World Cup winner Nagasato joins men's club in Japan
ATSUGI Womens World Cup winner Yuki Nagasato is joining Japanese mens club Hayabusa Eleven on loan from the Chicago Red Stars in the NWSL. The mens team plays in an amateur regional league that is several levels below the countrys top pro soccer league, the J-League. Nagasato, who won the Womens World Cup with Japan in 2011, joined Chicago in 2017 after playing in several other leagues. It was very inspiring to hear the social message about gender inequality and other messages that Rapinoe was trying to deliver during the (2019) World Cup, Nagasato said. For over a decade shes been telling me that her ultimate dream is to play in a mens team, Genki Nagasato said.
JJ Watt hints at interest in ownership, promotes womens sports
J.J. Watt does not want to hear your knock on womens sports. Watt is married to Chicago Red Stars Kealia Ohai Watt, an accomplished athlete in her own right. On Sunday, Watt took to Twitter to express potential ownership interest in a National Womens Soccer League franchise, the Utah Royals. When a Twitter user expressed Watt would lose money, he provided a thought-provoking response. Bravo, J.J.
Dash land in Houston, celebrate championship
Most who follow soccer said the Houston Dash, though a scrappy bunch, didnt stand much of a chance against the Chicago Red Stars. The trophy the ladies hoisted as they arrived in Houston would suggest otherwise. Houston plays a big part in my life, said Rachel Daly, who was named tournament MVP. It was a team effort.Most championship teams have a parade and media tour with fans, but with a pandemic, that will have to shift. The Dash say they are potentially planning something; a drive through parade, or other innovative ways to safely thank their fans.
Upstart Dash win the Challenge Cup 2-0 over the Red Stars
Houston Dash forward Rachel Daly holds the trophy alongside teammates as they celebrate their Challenge Cup championship win over the Chicago Red Stars, Sunday, July 26, 2020, in Sandy, Utah. Today nothing broke our circle.The Red Stars went to the NWSL championship game last season, but were routed 4-0 by the North Carolina Courage. Kristie Mewis was on the run when she was fouled by Kayla Sharples for a Dash penalty kick. The Red Stars nearly drew even in the 15th minute, but Savannah McCaskill's header off a rebound hit the post. The Red Stars were the tournaments sixth seed going into the knockout round.
10 times we fell in love with Kealia Ohai and J.J. Watt
HOUSTON โ Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt and former Houston Dash star, current Chicago Red Stars player Kealia Ohai reportedly tied the knot in the Bahamas this weekend. Will J.J. Watt consider options that would lead to returning to his home state of Wisconsin to be closer to Ohai? Here are 10 moments we fell in love with Ohai and Watt as a couple. Miniature Watt and Ohai versionsWatt posted a photo of a little boy and girl holding hands while wearing Watt and Ohai jerseys. From Rome to Venice, the couple shared their experiences at the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain and amid the posh decadence of hotels in the country.
Houston Dash trade soccer star, J.J. Watt fiancรฉe, Kealia Ohai to Chicago
HOUSTON โ The Houston Dash have traded soccer star Kealia Ohai to Chicago. Ohai leaves Houston after six seasons with the Dash in which she made 114 appearances and started 108 times. โI want to thank the entire Houston organization and the wonderful fans for my last 6 years as a Dash player,โ Ohai said. Naughton joins Houston after being a key part of Chicagoโs backline throughout their 2019 NWSL season run. With this transaction, the Dash now have 19 players on their active roster ahead of the 2020 NWSL season.