{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/65eb196f82e6910016356fa6/685cc1f40904b52e46a696fb?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Second Half Surge Against Dash","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/65eb196f82e6910016356fa6/1750909178472-9ef5c755-f8a7-42a9-aa29-bc292f667208.jpeg?height=200","description":"<h2>Summary</h2><p>In this episode of <strong>The Lion’s Pitch</strong>, we recap the North Carolina Courage’s strong second-half showing against Houston, with smart offense and sustained pressure. Plus, get updates on upcoming friendlies against Liga MX, player milestones, and what’s next during the midseason break.</p><p><br></p><h2>In This Episode</h2><h3>⚽ Looking Back: NC Courage 2, Houston Dash 1</h3><p>How the Courage turned up the pressure and controlled the game after halftime, camping out in Houston’s half and creating scoring chances with clinical precision.</p><p><br></p><h3>📊 Standout Stats</h3><p>We highlight the team’s impressive forward momentum, including how they kept possession high in the attacking third and focused on taking smart, well-placed shots rather than wild attempts.</p><h3><br></h3><h3>🔮 Looking Ahead: Liga MX Friendlies</h3><p>The NWSL takes a break until August 2nd, but the Courage will play two exciting friendlies against top Liga MX teams, so we offer a glimpse into new players and strategies to watch.</p><p> </p><h3>📰 Courage News</h3><p>Player milestones and international call-ups highlight a busy offseason for the team.</p><p><br></p><h2>About 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>New episode drops every Thursday.</p><p><br></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><p><br></p>","author_name":"Trevor Knoblich and Katie Cleary"}