Trinity Rodman’s return to the pitch was a dream come true after spending 114 days sidelined due to a back injury. The 23-year-old forward made her comeback for the Washington Spirit in a match against the Portland Thorns, where she not only returned but also scored a spectacular game-winning goal in stoppage time.

Rodman’s journey back was emotional, especially since it was nearly a year since her last goal. With a cross from Courtney Brown that was flicked on by Croix Bethune, Rodman scored with precision, bringing joy to her teammates as they celebrated together.

She expressed her emotional return, saying:

“I’m just grateful to be back on the field with them. They’re in full support of me, and with the celebration, them, like, just hugging me was the best thing ever.”

Rodman’s prior history with injuries has been challenging, particularly since gaining more attention after her Olympic gold. Despite the struggles, she persevered and shared that during her recovery, she significantly focused on her training, emphasizing, “I was doing a lot of work behind the scenes by myself….

Her dedication and the emotional weight of her return serve as inspiration both on and off the field.