First place North Carolina Courage defeat Houston Dash

Kyah Simon and Kealia Ohai’s appearance in Houston’s starting lineup was unable to achieve its desired effect. Ohai played 61 minutes in the match but was unable to launch a shot on frame and while Simon played the full 90 in her Dash debut, Houston’s inability to create chances for their striker severely impacted her ability to make a difference.

The North Carolina Courage capitalized on their attacking opportunities to defeat the Dash 2-0 at BBVA Compass Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

Crystal Dunn opened the scoring with a goal in the second minute, volleying home Jessica McDonald’s long throw-in. McDonald’s throw-in bounced over Amber Brooks’s head and Dunn placed her strike past Jane…