People doubted earlier that US Soccer was actually arguing that women are inherently inferior to men as part of the federation's attempt to prove it isn't discriminating against the USWNT based on gender.
So here are some court filing excerpts where they do just that:
Well let it be known how they really feel about us. But here we are still showing up and changing the conversation and the culture of this country. I’m proud of these women. It will all be worth it one day. Count on that. We won’t stop.
"The job of MNT player ... requires a higher level of skill based on speed and strength than does the job of WNT player."
— U.S. Soccer Federation
Christen Press:
(via @espn)
To be clear young girls/women, WORK HARD, be PERSISTENT, be GRITTY, embrace TEAM(whether you’re playing or not), own your CONFIDENCE, BE READY when opportunities come your way and look inward when evaluating outcomes. Beyond that...be GRATEFUL AND ENJOY!
The temptation to give up is often greatest right before your biggest breakthrough. Don’t allow discouragement to take you out. Keep going. Keep persevering. Don’t quit. You’re closer than you think.