Praise for The National Team

“Reading The National Team, I couldn’t help but laugh, cry, smile, and have an overall warm feeling. I enjoyed it so much I had to force myself to put it down because I didn’t want it to end. Caitlin Murray has done a wonderful job sharing the history, personal stories, and memories of the national team. Everyone who loves a great, original, genuine story will love this book.”

“The story of the USWNT is one of success, perseverance, and drama, on and off the field. Caitlin Murray takes us though it all. I gobbled up every page of this deep dive into the incredible history and culture that surrounds this team.”

“I've always had tremendous respect for the Women's National Team but, after reading The National Team, that level of respect skyrocketed. This is a fantastic story about perseverance, overcoming obstacles and following your passion in life."

In The National Team, Caitlin Murray has told an inspiring tale of the long arc of the U.S. women's national team, shedding new light on all the major tournaments while revealing fascinating details on its decades-long fight for better treatment from the men who run soccer. I learned a lot of new things from this terrific book.
author of Masters of Modern Soccer

About the Author

Caitlin Murray is a soccer journalist who has covered the U.S. Women's National Team and multiple World Cups for outlets including The New York Times and The Guardian. Her reporting focuses on the intersection of elite competition and the broader fight for equity in women's sports, with access to players, coaches, and leadership across the game. She is the author of The National Team, a deeply reported history of the USWNT. She lives in Portland, Oregon.

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