Tampa Bay Sun Ready to Make History in First Playoff Showdown!

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Tampa Bay Sun, the area's first women's pro soccer team, faces Dallas Trinity FC in their historic playoff debut Saturday at Riverfront Stadium.
Tampa Bay Sun, the area's first women's pro soccer team, faces Dallas Trinity FC in their historic playoff debut Saturday at Riverfront Stadium. (Symbolbild/MF)

Riverfront Stadium, Tampa, FL, USA - The Tampa Bay Sun is making headlines as they gear up for their first playoff match in franchise history against Dallas Trinity FC this Saturday. This game marks a significant milestone, as the Sun is the first professional women’s sports team in Tampa Bay, competing in the inaugural season of the USL Super League. Coach Denise Schilte-Brown expressed heartfelt gratitude for the community’s support, noting that the team’s journey has been bolstered by the encouragement from fans and the owners‘ commitment to this groundbreaking venture. “We want to maximize this opportunity,” she said, underscoring the importance of leveraging support from the home crowd at Riverfront Stadium.

As kickoff approaches, excitement is palpable among the players. Sydny Nasello, a proud Land O‘ Lakes native and former USF standout, is particularly keen on this championship quest in her hometown. “This playoff game is a crucial step toward our goal of winning a championship,” she emphasized, highlighting the team’s unwavering determination throughout the season. With a recent record of 6-1-2 in their last nine games, the Sun has shown off their competitive spirit. However, they faced challenges earlier in the season, initially struggling to find their footing in fifth place before rallying to claim the No. 2 seed.

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Midfielder Jade Moore, announcing her retirement after this season, echoed the sentiment of confidence that runs deep within the team. Schilte-Brown has encouraged her players to consider the legacy they are creating for future generations. “Winning has always been our goal,” she stated, reminding her team of the larger implications of their journey. The home advantage is also seen as a crucial edge, with the team looking to tap into the crowd’s energy to propel them towards victory.

Fans eager to catch all the action can tune in as the match will be streamed on Peacock at 7:30 p.m. The anticipation surrounding the game is not just for the win; it celebrates a new chapter in women’s sports in Tampa Bay. As the Sun prepares to make history, there’s something to be said for the journey they have undertaken together.

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