{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65eb196f82e6910016356fa6/681c25b03e6644d7a3833359?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Jess McDonald: Courage & Beyond","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/65eb196f82e6910016356fa6/1746675112154-8256e472-a68b-4350-8b56-63e9a7f8f3b0.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><strong>The Lion’s Pitch Podcast</strong> is your go-to source for insightful, weekly coverage of the NC Courage, hosted by Katie and Trevor.</p><p><br></p><p>In this week’s episode:</p><ul><li><strong>Look Back</strong> – A statement win in Utah. The Courage earn their second straight victory — and their first first-half goals of the season — with a confident 0–2 performance over the Royals. We break down how the team looked in control from start to finish, and what this game tells us about the squad’s growing cohesion.</li><li><strong>Standout Stats</strong> – We highlight four key stats that defined the Courage’s dominance in Utah and what they reveal about the team’s shifting identity.</li><li><strong>Looking Ahead</strong> – Next up: Orlando at home. The Pride may be one of the league’s top teams, but they’re in a slump — and the Courage are heating up. Can we capitalize on the momentum?</li><li><strong>Mic'd Up</strong> – <strong>Jess McDonald joins the show!</strong> The World Cup winner, Courage legend, and two-time NCAA champion reflects on her storied career, her time in North Carolina, and where she sees the league heading next.</li><li><strong>Courage News</strong> – A new era begins. The club names Dr. Ceri Bowley as Chief Soccer Officer, replacing longtime exec Curt Johnson. What does this move signal for the future of the club?</li><li><strong>Around the League</strong> – Supporters groups across the NWSL unite behind the “Trans People Belong” campaign. Plus, other headlines from around the league.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow Jess McDonald on Instagram: </strong><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/jmac1422\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@jmac1422</a></p><p><br></p><h2>Welcome to The Lion’s Pitch Podcast</h2><p>Welcome to The Lion’s Pitch, your go-to podcast for everything North Carolina Courage. Every week, Trevor and Katie break down the latest matches, preview upcoming opponents, discuss NC Courage news, and take a look around the NWSL. Plus, we’ll bring you bonus episodes with interviews, behind-the-scenes content, and some fun surprises along the way.</p><p><br></p><p>The 2025 season has begun, so you don't want to miss out! New episode drops every Thursday.</p><p><br></p><p>Thanks for tuning in—catch you next time, Courage Country!</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h2>Subscribe &amp; Follow</h2><p>Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts and find us online at <a href=\"https://www.lionspitch.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">lionspitch.com</a>, follow us on Bluesky <a href=\"https://bsky.app/profile/lionspitch.bsky.social\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@lionspitch.bsky.social</a>, or on Instagram <a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/thelionspitch\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">@thelionspitch</a></p><ul><li>Hosted by <a href=\"https://bsky.app/profile/featuringtrevor.bsky.social\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Trevor Knoblich</a> and <a href=\"https://bsky.app/profile/kt1986.bsky.social\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Katie Cleary</a></li><li>Produced by <a href=\"https://bsky.app/profile/marypruter.bsky.social\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Mary Pruter</a></li><li>Edited by <a href=\"https://bsky.app/profile/likethe309.bsky.social\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Danielle Russell</a></li></ul>","author_name":"Trevor Knoblich and Katie Cleary"}