Video: One Nation. One Team. 23 Stories - Jessica McDonald

Posted Jun 3, 2019
Jessica McDonald tells the inspiring story about being raised by her grandmother, then becoming a single mom herself, bringing her young son with her on a journey through six NWSL clubs before landing with the North Carolina Courage and the USWNT. The importance of chasing her dreams, being a role model, and a great mom kept her going.

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