For nearly two decades, a tattoo has lined Orlando Pride coach Marc Skinner’s arm: “per aspera ad astra.”
The Latin phrase translates to “through hardships to the stars.” For Skinner, it was always a source of inspiration. Now the coach feels it was somewhat predestined that his tattoo mirrors the theme of his team’s return to the pitch in 2021.
The Pride’s unveiling of their “Ad Astra” jersey — an actual space launch that took the jersey and a game ball 50 miles above sea level –– reflected a club-wide investment in the team’s upcoming season. The jersey sold out online in 48 hours.