Some Angel City players on the roster were “five years old,” when Christen Press won her first World Cup with USWNT. We’re not saying it, Press is, but let that sink in because that’s how much of a veteran the Angel City forward actually is. Yet a year after recovering from her devastating ACL injury, the 36-year-old shows no sign of slowing down.
In fact, Press revealed how she has an unwritten role at Angel City FC while discussing her future with the team. And the best part about it is that it’s priceless. That’s because while no athlete enjoys gradually losing their peak with age, it’s also been a “blessing” that has helped Press redefine “value is on the team.” And it’s got everything to do with helping the young players.
“That’s in helping our captains lead, even though I’m not the captain. Yeah, that’s helping our young players score goals,” Christen Press told RE-INC. . Despite not being the designated leader of the team on the field, the 36-year-old has become a kind of mentor. The fact that the mentor also shares the field with the younger players who look up to her is just bonus points.
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