Brazilian Brilliance versus Gold Medal Grit
First, an admission. I belong to a family of Brazilian men’s and women’s soccer devotees. My household has long revered and respected the incredibly technical skill and dazzling art of the “Jogo Bonita” style of play.
Before the Olympic final, the sentiment in my household was: Hey, if the USA can beat them, they deserve to win the gold. And thus, with their winning record, their intelligence and fitness, and tremendous goalkeeping, the Americans persevered. Bravo!
Understandably, the mood at Sky Blue today is celebratory. Yes, victory does that. But victory for us comes in many forms. Staffer Natalie Smith said that the energy of the Olympic final staff viewing party (complete with bagels and homebaked cookies) made her feel the joy of working here.
Those of us who labor for the success of Sky Blue and the WPS feel that Olympic victory is inherent on so many levels—from the attention that is showered on the winners, to the excitement and anticipation of the fabulous international players who will bring so much extra to the game played on American fields.
The ingredients are in place for our success. It is our audience though that is the key. If you like what you saw in the Olympics, don’t hesitate. Make us your mission; spread the word; share your passion. Commit to Sky Blue, and to WPS, and give us your support.
So that every golden Olympic moment will translate to a golden WPS moment.
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