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As we approach the Courage's match against Utah Royals FC this Friday, we must weigh in on the jersey controversy. While we support all the Utah players and their fans, we can’t stand by without mentioning the front of jersey sponsor, America First Credit Union, of our opponent -
We are shocked, heartbroken, disgusted and angry. The NWSL and our club leadership have broken the trust of fans. We stand with survivors. We stand with the
@nwsl_players
.
“The actions that were a problem, were out in the open, and so to some extent the growth should be out in the open as well. That is what is missing from this equation.”
Couldn’t have said it any better.
We demand Paul Riley step down immediately and a new, independent investigation started into the allegations against him. We demand any staff who was aware of this behavior and failed to report it also be suspended.
The leadership of UproarNC collectively agree that Jaelene Hinkle’s recent blog entry is unacceptable in its bigotry towards the LGBTQ+ community. As supporters, we want to help grow Women's Soccer and back our local club,
@TheNCCourage
.
1/8
You cannot have someone who abused players be in charge of players. The league has systematically let abuse run rampant putting all players at risk. This ends today. We are committed to holding our club and the league accountable.
If you start with, "I hate to be rude," just stop right there and do not move forward. You already clearly know what will follow is rude. And tbh, it's shitty af. Go be ableist somewhere else. But you won't be doing that here.
#UproarNC
#CourageCountry
#CourageUnitesUs
You had all the free will in the world, and you chose to hit send on this. Not only is it ignorant, it doesn't make any sense. Not on Beyonce's internet. We're not doing this
While we respect everyone’s rights to religion, we will not accept it as a way to tear down marginalized communities. We urge them to stand with us and make a statement about how her views do not represent the views of this club. Hate has no place in our beautiful game.
8/8
Did y'all hear the news?!
"We are happy to announce that on-site general parking fees have been eliminated for 2024 NC Courage home matches at WakeMed Soccer Park! Parking is now included with the cost of tickets."
We ask that everyone attending Wednesday's match wear black to show support for Courage and
#NWSL
players. Please join us early to make signs and posters before kickoff. We will have supplies, but feel free to bring your own. Let's let our voices be heard.
#ProtectOurPlayers
Jalene Hinkle posted a blog yesterday that does NOT align with the views of our SG.
We are members and allies of the LGBTQIA+ community. We will always provide a safe space for our supporters, fans of women's soccer and beyond.
We will release a full statement later today.
We want all women's soccer fans to know that we will continue to support our local club and our awesome players, but we cannot support this, and we implore
@NorthCarolinaFC
to address this matter quickly and unequivocally.
7/8
We've seen some takes that says Casey Murphy is the clear 2nd keeper. And we want to clarify, Casey Murphy is no one's second. Starter all the way.
We won't be taking any comments at this time.
#CourageCountry
#UproarNC
#ctid
Don't let them tell you your voices aren't important. The public outcry from fans forced Sporting KC to walkback their awful decision to hire Gavin Wilkinson.
Together, we can and should shape soccer spaces to be inclusive and inviting for all.
Thank you to Andre and Courtney of the
@DiasporaUtdPod
for bravely speaking about this. We join you in speaking out - soccer is for all, and promoting language that is tied to racism and hatred is unacceptable.
We ask the
@NWSL
to stop playing the national anthem during matches.
As we’ve seen in the last couple of days, players are being exploited by the media, political extremists and others with an agenda.
Head coach Bev Yanez will not be with the team for today’s game against the North Carolina Courage to be with her family.
We’re sending love to Bev and her family 💜
Hinkle's commentary is a direct antithesis to the very code of conduct we require of our membership, and a code of conduct that is enforced upon the game all the way to the very top of FIFA itself.
6/8
She is keenly aware of the controversy she brings on herself, yet she seems blithely ignorant to the negative impact her actions have on her club and its supporters.
2/8
We stand with
@austindaluz
on this. The Uproar supports
@playingforpride
, an organization founded here in NC by Austin that promotes LGBTQ+ acceptance and inclusion in all sports.
4/8
Follow-up question. Why would one need to win back fans if there was no harm caused to the fan base?
Pride Night and Pride Month celebrations are empty gestures if they aren't followed up with daily efforts to dismantle the system of homophobia.
@thrace
asked about the Daniels signing.
Gottsegen said she does not think it has caused harm to the fan base.
Said the club will have Pride Night and the club will celebrate Pride Month.
Also said the club hopes to win back fans that feel alienated by the decision.
We count many LGBTQ+ supporters among our ranks, and we want our games, tailgates, and events to be not just safe, but welcoming spaces for all, regardless of sexual orientation, race, gender, or religion.
5/8
If you have big feelings about today's news, as we do, please follow the new club protocol and direct those feelings squarely at Emily Sonnett's face.
#NoFinishLine
We are further let down by the front office of the NC Courage to allow her to do this, in contradiction of public expectations for growth stated by both parties in December 2021.
Captain, thank you for your leadership, your strength, your perserverance, your grit, and all the joy you brought us over the years. You were truly the backbone of our brief dynasty, and we will miss you terribly. All the best to you in everything you do in the future.
Join us Thursday at 7pm for a round table discussion on the Black experience in soccer. We'll be taking some questions from the viewers and streaming live on our YouTube channel.
#BlackHistoryNC
#BHM
#CourageCountry
Dear
@J_Mac1422
: You are world-class striker & galaxy-class human being. We loved every unforgettable moment you gave to us, on the pitch and off. We wish you all the best in football and in life, and we will miss you terribly.😢
📣 USWNT Roster Addition 📣
North Carolina Courage defender Carson Pickett joins the USWNT in Spain as a replacement for Emily Fox who is in concussion protocol.
#NWSL
#USWNT
👩🎓 Congratulations 🤩
Our
#TMJAthlete
@diana0rdonez
graduated this past weekend from the University of Virginia with a degree in Sociology 🥰
📚➕⚽️ = 🧠
We are so proud of you! 👏
#OwnTheJersey
👕
Now more than ever it’s important to support, uplift, and affirm the LGBTQ community. Pride is not optional. Pride is not one day. Pride is not one month. Pride is about the continual fight for equality and acceptance for the queer community. Pride is year round.
By choosing not to wear a pride jersey she is choosing bigotry and homophobia. These beliefs do not exist in a vacuum. These beliefs lead to ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bills and harmful anti-trans legislation like HB2.
As supporters, we believe soccer should be a welcoming space for all, regardless of sexual orientation. We strive to create an open, safe, and inclusive environment at all our games, tailgates, and events.
As we approach the Challenge Cup final and the 2022 regular season, The Uproar has decided to resume drumming and chanting during home games.
This decision does not negate the real hurt and pain experienced by LGBTQIA+ members of our community.
#CourageCountry
#CourageUnitesUs
"I think all the greatest players in the world have experienced something like this."
Interview with
@TheNCCourage
star Ashley Sanchez about how a heartbreaking trade became a 'blessing in disguise', getting 'closure', her
#USWNT
ambitions and more...
While we embrace a community with diverse beliefs, we cannot endorse behavior that is antithetical to the stated values of inclusion of the league, the club, and its supporters.
We're so proud of
@OSullivanDenise
for her fantastic performance in her World Cup debut.
We know this won't be the last for Ireland. But we gotta admit, we looking forward to getting our captain back on the pitch for
@TheNCCourage
!
(•_•) So now that we have both
@kiki33pickett
and
@Cars_Pickett16
,
( •_•)>⌐■-■ we can now call our backline...
(⌐■_■) the Pickett Fence.
YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!
A joint statement from
@UproarNC
and
@PDXRivetersSG
:
We support the players- yesterday's, today's, and tomorrow's. We will continue to call for past and future accountability, and encourage the league to honor athlete voices via
@NWSLPA
and
@BWP_Collective
. Join us in solidarity.
Y'all already knew!
The top cat goes to
@b_pinto9
for her outstanding performance in the March 30 game against Gotham.
The growler is selected and given by the Supporters after every home game.
Ireland international midfielder Denise O’Sullivan is wanted by:
🏴 Chelsea
🏴 Manchester City
🏴 Aston Villa
🇫🇷 PSG
🇫🇷 Lyon
NC Courage have also offered to extend their captain’s contract, per
@KathrynBatte
📝
And the growler goes to Manaka Matsukubo for her outstanding performance in the September 2 game against Gotham FC. The growler is selected and given by the Supporters after every home game.
Tell us why you love Manaka!
#NWSL
#WoSo
#UproarNC
#CourageCountry
And the Top Cat goes to Ashley Sanchez for her outstanding performance in the July 7 game against Louisville.
The growler is selected and given by the Supporters after every home game.
If y'all remember a couple weeks ago, we weren't the only people under fire.
If y'all love Diaspora United pod like we do, please go leave them a 5-star review and help counteract the hate they received for speaking up.
✊🏾NEW POD✊🏾
We discussed the hateful nonsense Korbin Albert shared, legacy of the USWNT and her ‘apology’. Then we chat about each team in SheBelieves, and drop some very early NWSL observations (VAR pls stop thx).
🍎:
🟢:
2022 Assist Leaderboard - Week 20 🤝
Carson Pickett has now moved into second with an assist this past weekend. Her teammate Debinha also joins the leaderboard. Let's see in the final weekend who can break the tie!
(
@fbref
)
Denise O’Sullivan rejected approaches from Manchester United, Aston Villa Washington Spirit and San Diego to sign a new deal with North Carolina Courage.
She’ll become the club’s highest paid player with her contract running until 2026.
Congratulations are in order for Lynn Williams, Kristie Mewis, and Kelley O’Hara!
"Honestly, it felt like I was getting called for the first time to go to a World Cup," O'Hara said. This is the first World Cup for Mewis and Williams.