Equalizer Soccer

How belief returned to Seattle in 2025

by Bella Munson

Buoyed by offseason investment, roster additions, and determination, Reign are bouncing back from disappointing 2024

Which NWSL rookies have shown out in the first weeks of the season

by Emma Hruby

The rookies have been stealing some of the show, and Equalizer takes a look at some of the top so far this season.

Lauren and Jrue Holiday join North Carolina Courage ownership group

by Rachael Palmer

The former NWSL champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist will also serve as an ambassador and advisor to the club.

Possession doesn’t win games in the NWSL, but the Courage remain committed to it

by Evan Davis

North Carolina has had one of the most defined tactical styles in the NWSL under Sean Nahas. It may no longer work (if it ever truly did).

Thorns and Courage: A storied rivalry hits a rough patch in 2025

by Arianna Cascone

Since its inaugural season, there have been 30 opportunities to lift a trophy across all competitions in the National Women’s Soccer League. Two teams have secured nearly half of them: the North Carolina Courage and the Portland Thorns. Arguably the two most...

Thorns draw Angel City in home opener, search for answers on the field

by Arianna Cascone

Portland looked overmatched at times against a weak Angel City side. How can they make the playoffs given the state of things?

Courage return with a familiar look on offense

by Arianna Cascone

After the North Carolina Courage’s 1-1 draw with Racing Louisville to open their season, head coach Sean Nahas said, “We play a certain brand and it’s not going to be perfect all the time.” The ‘certain brand’ Nahas is referring to is likely the Courage’s...