LOUISVILLE, Ky. — When Emma Sears’ name was called as part of the starting lineup for the U.S. women’s national team game against Argentina inside Lynn Family Stadium, the sold-out crowd of 13,535 cheered with excitement. With every cross Sears made, every run up the flank and, especially, every one-on-one battle she won, the fans roared again and again.
It was an electric night in Louisville, as the U.S. downed Argentina 3-0 on Wednesday, concluding a trio of international friendlies hosted in a seven-day window that saw a historic number of national-team debuts.
For Sears, this international window was extra special, as she made her first two appearances and recorded her first goal and assist with the team. The Racing Louisville forward also got to close out the window in front of her hometown crowd.
The 23-year-old described feeling as “super-super amazing” after the game. Fans inside the stadium cheered at the sight of Sears walking towards the locker room. Friends, family and Racing teammates were all in attendance, too.
“This was such a cool experience that I’ll never forget,” Sears said. “I need a moment to digest everything, I’m looking forward to just reflecting.”
That reflection might have to wait, though, as Racing will be back on the pitch this…
