At left back, Crystal Dunn is getting it right for USWNT at World Cup

Posted Jul 5, 2019
Crystal Dunn’s speed, strength and endurance have helped thwart top-tier threats and eased concerns about her ability to prevent scoring opportunities rather than invent them. “She watched films, she studied,” U.S. Coach Jill Ellis said. “She’s very diligent. I chatted with her (last week) and said, ‘Dunnie, You’ve grown so much, you are so ready for this moment.’ ” (Washington Post)

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