In the preseason match between Portland Thorns and the U-23 Women’s Youth National Team, there was a game that was played. There are times in sports that we must understand that it is just a game and that’s all. What’s most important has always been the players’ safety and health.
During the game Wednesday evening, we were sent a sad reminder of that.
The knee injury suffered by Janine Beckie and the scene of her going down in pain was extremely difficult to witness for everyone at Providence Park.
We are reminded to how grueling this sport can be and why it is so crucial to appreciate these players — especially someone like Janine Beckie who is an amazing leader, player, and person.