Courage on the Pitch

Courage On The Pitch is the podcast dedicated to the North Carolina Courage. We have some of THE best soccer players in the world, playing right here in North Carolina. From World Cup champs, to Olympians, to ACC stars gone pro, the state is full of world class talent … and boy do they have some amazing stories to tell! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! The Courage have some of THE best soccer players in the world, playing right here in North Carolina. From World Cup champs, to Olympians, to ACC stars gone pro, the state is full of world class talent … and boy do they have some amazing stories to tell! In the inaugural episode, Megan recaps last week's games for the Courage and NCFC, and is joined by former USWNT member, and World Cup champ, Jessica McDonald. Jessica talks about being the only mom on the team, being away from her son for long stretches when earning a spot on the USWNT, and why she advocates for mental health. Jessica and Megan also play a fun game of 'Red Card or Yellow Card.' Also, Megan previews what to expect this coming weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! The Courage have some of THE best soccer players in the world, playing right here in North Carolina. From World Cup champs, to Olympians, to ACC stars gone pro, the state is full of world class talent … and boy do they have some amazing stories to tell! In this episode, Megan is joined by Courage Head Coach Paul Riley. Riley talks a bit about his journey to the Courage, his love for Liverpool, and even touches on his favorite drinks, foods, and fashion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! The Courage have some of THE best soccer players in the world, playing right here in North Carolina. From World Cup champs, to Olympians, to ACC stars gone pro, the state is full of world class talent … and boy do they have some amazing stories to tell! In this episode, Megan is joined by midfielder Cari Roccaro. Cari shares about her journey from Notre Dame, being drafted by the Houston Dash, and eventually finding her way to the NC Courage. Cari also ranks her favorite reality shows, and why a hair tie and Chapstick are more important than a cell phone. #NWSL #NCCourage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! The Courage have some of THE best soccer players in the world, playing right here in North Carolina. From World Cup champs, to Olympians, to ACC stars gone pro, the state is full of world class talent … and boy do they have some amazing stories to tell! In this episode, Megan is joined by defender Carson Pickett. Carson opens up about her journey to the Courage, and her work with Nike to design a 'boot' for players with limb differences. Also, she's surprised during the show by teammate and close friend Havana Solaun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! The Courage have some of THE best soccer players in the world, playing right here in North Carolina. From World Cup champs, to Olympians, to ACC stars gone pro, the state is full of world class talent … and boy do they have some amazing stories to tell! In this episode, Megan is joined by defender and captain Abby Erceg! Abby describes what life was like in Tokyo playing in the Olympics for her native New Zealand. She also talks about what life is like playing in the United States. Also, she goes through a round of Red Card/Yellow Card, with many of the questions provided by teammates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! The Courage have some of THE best soccer players in the world, playing right here in North Carolina. From World Cup champs, to Olympians, to ACC stars gone pro, the state is full of world class talent … and boy do they have some amazing stories to tell! In this episode, Megan is joined by midfielder Meredith Speck! Speck talks about the early days of the franchise in Western New York and the transition to North Carolina, her cats, and also plays a round of Red Card, Yellow Card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! The Courage have some of THE best soccer players in the world, playing right here in North Carolina. From World Cup champs, to Olympians, to ACC stars gone pro, the state is full of world class talent … and boy do they have some amazing stories to tell! In this episode, Megan is joined by forward and US Olympian Lynn Williams! Williams talks about her Olympic experience from being named an alternate, to then being on the active roster. She also describes what life was like in Tokyo. Williams discusses her podcast, Snacks, with teammate Sam Mewis. Williams also plays a round of Red Card, Yellow Card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! The Courage have some of THE best soccer players in the world, playing right here in North Carolina. From World Cup champs, to Olympians, to ACC stars gone pro, the state is full of world class talent … and boy do they have some amazing stories to tell! In this episode, Megan is joined by NC Courage defender Kaleigh Kurtz! Kaleigh talks about her journey to the NC Courage, including playing overseas in Sweden and Australia. Megan also opens up about her off-field journeys, and what she wants to see in the community. #NWSL #NCCourage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! The Courage have some of THE best soccer players in the world, playing right here in North Carolina. From World Cup champs, to Olympians, to ACC stars gone pro, the state is full of world class talent … and boy do they have some amazing stories to tell! In this episode, Megan is joined by NC Courage goalie Casey Murphy! Murphy leads the NWSL in 'clean sheets' (shutouts). Murphy talks about competing in France early in her career, as well as adjusting to a new country. Plus, she talks about what it's like playing for the Courage, and her 'pre-game' routines. There's also a cameo appearance by Murphy's dog! #NWSL #NCCourage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! The Courage have some of THE best soccer players in the world, playing right here in North Carolina. From World Cup champs, to Olympians, to ACC stars gone pro, the state is full of world class talent … and boy do they have some amazing stories to tell! In this episode, Megan is joined by NC Courage defender Merritt Mathias! Mathias opens up about her struggles with injuries, how she sought help for mental health, and what she enjoys most off the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! The Courage have some of THE best soccer players in the world, playing right here in North Carolina. From World Cup champs, to Olympians, to ACC stars gone pro, the state is full of world class talent … and boy do they have some amazing stories to tell! On this episode, forward Rylee Baisden joined the show! Rylee talks about her journey to the NWSL & the NC Courage, which included stops oversees. Rylee also opens up about her passion for photography & videography. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! The Courage have some of THE best soccer players in the world, playing right here in North Carolina. From World Cup champs, to Olympians, to ACC stars gone pro, the state is full of world class talent … and boy do they have some amazing stories to tell! On this episode, defender Diane Caldwell and midfielder Denise O'Sullivan join the show! The two talk about their experience playing in the United States, and also play a fun game with each other to see who knows the other best. #NWSL #NCCourage #WomensSoccer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! The Courage have some of THE best soccer players in the world, playing right here in North Carolina. From World Cup champs, to Olympians, to ACC stars gone pro, the state is full of world class talent … and boy do they have some amazing stories to tell! On this episode, interim head coach Sean Nahas joins the show. Nahas discusses his background in soccer, his role as the interim head coach for the NC Courage, and the current state of the team. #NCCourage #NWSL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! On this episode, assistant coach Emma Thomson joins the show! Emma talks about being the only female coach currently with the team, the role she's currently playing with the team, and her journey from her native England to the United States to pursue her soccer career. #NCCourage #NWSL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! On this episode, midfielder Havana Solaun joins the show. Solaun discusses her most recent injury and surgery to her knee, dealing with injuries in the past, and what she does not to pass the time. She also discusses scoring the first ever goal for the Jamaican National Team in the World Cup. #NCCourage #NWSL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! On this episode, midfielder Angharad James joins the show! James talks about growing up in Wales, moving to London at a young age to pursue soccer, her dream of playing in the NWSL. Also, James teaches Megan some Welsh! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! On this episode, Megan is joined by Nikki Stoudt, the Communications Manager of the NC Courage and NCFC. Megan and Nikki talk about the season that wrapped up for the team, fun moments of the season, and hand out some end of the year superlatives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! It's episode 1 of season 2! Megan gets you ready for the 2022 season as she's joined by NC Courage and NWSL veterans in midfielder Meredith Speck and goalie Katelyn Rowland. They preview the upcoming season, changes in the NWSL, and the influx of young talent on this year's squad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! It's episode 2 of season 2! Megan is joined by NC Courage, and No. 3 overall pick in the 2022 NWSL, Emily Gray out of Virginia Tech. Emily talks about her time in training camp with the Courage, injuries she dealt with in college, how North Carolina and her home state of New Jersey are different, and broadcasting soccer games herself while in college. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! It's episode 3 of season 2! Megan is joined by one of the offseason additions for the NC Courage, forward Jorian Baucom. Jorian talks about her journey to the NC Courage, different stops in the NWSL, her passion for shoes, and her love for video games and gaming systems. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! It's episode 4 of season 2! Megan is joined by NC Courage rookie, and 6th overall draft pick in the 2022 NWSL Draft, Diana Ordonez. Ordonez talks about her decision to play at Virginia, her transition into professional soccer, and her expansive shoe collection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's guest is North Carolina-native, former UNC soccer star, and current NC Courage midfielder Brianna Pinto! Brianna discusses her journey into professional soccer, what it's like playing for her home-area team, competing with the USWNT, working with FIFA, receiving public speaking tips from President Obama's speech writer, and more. Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaitlin Fregulia, NC Courage rookie defender is the latest episode on the podcast! Fregulia was 12th overall pick in the NWSL Draft, and was a standout at Long Beach State, and was named the 2021 Big West Co-Defensive Player of the Year. Fregulia talks about her injury history, being drafted, how the east coast compares to the west coast, and her fashion style. Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's guest is NC Courage, and UNC women's soccer assistant coach Nathan Thackeray. Nathan talks about his journey to the United State, his time with the Courage, recently becoming part of the UNC staff, and how he almost made it on the UK version of The X-Factor. Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! NC Courage Defender Carson Pickett and NC Courage Forward Rylee Baisden are this week's guests. Pickett discusses Limb Difference Awareness Month, how Rylee has been a tremendous supporter, and how the two of them met before arriving on the same roster in the NWSL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! NC Courage midfielder/defender Kiki Pickett is this week's guest. Kiki discusses being traded to NC Courage this offseason, changing positions in the NWSL, adjusting to life on the east coast after growing up in California and playing at Stanford, and how poetry has been an outlet for her off the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! NC Courage defender Malia Berkley is the latest guest on the show. Malia, along with a cameo appearance from her dog, discusses her journey to the NC Courage and the NWSL that saw her play overseas. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Berkley made the decision to play in France and competed for FC Girondins de Bordeaux, but dealt with injuries and a case of COVID-19 of her own when arriving in France. She also shares her love for movies, and streaming herself playing games such as Fortnite on Twitch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode of Courage on the Pitch is rookie midfielder Frankie Tagliaferri. Tagliaferri talks about her journey from college to the NWSL, which included having to go through the Discovery Draft as opposed to the college draft, transferring for her extra year of eligibility, adjusting to life in North Carolina, and more. Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's Courage on the Pitch features New Zealand-native and NC Courage defender Katie Bowen, as well as Ireland-native and NC Courage midfielder Denise O'Sullivan! The two of them discuss recently winning the NWSL Challenge Cup, how women's soccer is still growing professionally, and the financial incentive to winning the tournament. Also, they talk about different words and phrases that may or may not be fully understood in the United States. Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vannessa Fulcher, Dir. of Equipment Operations & Molly Dwyer, Dir. of Player Experience are the latest guests on the show. Vannessa discusses the organization needed to ensure the players on the field have everything they need, and what he daily routine is like. Molly discusses her experiences as a pro player during her playing career and how it motivated her to make sure the players have a great experience off the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's guest is forward Brittany Ratcliffe. Brittany talks about her journey through the NWSL to the NC Courage, her time at Virginia, growing up with a lot of animals in New Jersey, and how she developed a love for crossword puzzles, and why she's such a fan of various movies. Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode of Courage on the Pitch features NC Courage goalkeeper Marisa Dova! Marisa talks about growing up in the upper-Midwest, attending college at Purdue, and what she wants to do with her career when she's done playing. Marisa also shares both her short- and long-term goals in the NWSL, being a rookie on the team, and more. Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode includes Taylor Smith & Ryan Williams, veteran NC Courage Defenders. Smith and Williams discuss their time with the Courage and the NWSL, their love for board games, pet-sitting, and more. Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode includes Taylor Smith & Ryan Williams, veteran NC Courage Defenders. Smith and Williams discuss their time with the Courage and the NWSL, their love for board games, pet-sitting, and more. Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode of Courage on the Pitch features NC Courage goalkeeper Marisa Dova! Marisa talks about growing up in the upper-Midwest, attending college at Purdue, and what she wants to do with her career when she's done playing. Marisa also shares both her short- and long-term goals in the NWSL, being a rookie on the team, and more. Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's guest is forward Brittany Ratcliffe. Brittany talks about her journey through the NWSL to the NC Courage, her time at Virginia, growing up with a lot of animals in New Jersey, and how she developed a love for crossword puzzles, and why she's such a fan of various movies. Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vannessa Fulcher, Dir. of Equipment Operations & Molly Dwyer, Dir. of Player Experience are the latest guests on the show. Vannessa discusses the organization needed to ensure the players on the field have everything they need, and what he daily routine is like. Molly discusses her experiences as a pro player during her playing career and how it motivated her to make sure the players have a great experience off the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's Courage on the Pitch features New Zealand-native and NC Courage defender Katie Bowen, as well as Ireland-native and NC Courage midfielder Denise O'Sullivan! The two of them discuss recently winning the NWSL Challenge Cup, how women's soccer is still growing professionally, and the financial incentive to winning the tournament. Also, they talk about different words and phrases that may or may not be fully understood in the United States. Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode of Courage on the Pitch is rookie midfielder Frankie Tagliaferri. Tagliaferri talks about her journey from college to the NWSL, which included having to go through the Discovery Draft as opposed to the college draft, transferring for her extra year of eligibility, adjusting to life in North Carolina, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! NC Courage defender Malia Berkley is the latest guest on the show. Malia, along with a cameo appearance from her dog, discusses her journey to the NC Courage and the NWSL that saw her play overseas. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Berkley made the decision to play in France and competed for FC Girondins de Bordeaux, but dealt with injuries and a case of COVID-19 of her own when arriving in France. She also shares her love for movies, and streaming herself playing games such as Fortnite on Twitch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courage on the Pitch with Megan O'Keefe, presented by Wake Orthopedics Urgent Care, celebrates the local professional women's soccer team in Raleigh-area, the North Carolina Courage! NC Courage midfielder/defender Kiki Pickett is this week's guest. Kiki discusses being traded to NC Courage this offseason, changing positions in the NWSL, adjusting to life on the east coast after growing up in California and playing at Stanford, and how poetry has been an outlet for her off the field. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices