Postgame Pontifications: Channeling greatness
Sounder at Heart • • sports
Key Points:
- Paul Rothrock, after a challenging preseason with limited playtime, sought a mental reset by embracing the special atmosphere of Lumen Field and drawing inspiration from figure skater Alysa Liu’s comeback story.
- In the Seattle Sounders' MLS season opener against the Colorado Rapids, Rothrock came off the bench to assist on the first goal and score the second, significantly impacting the 2-0 victory.
- Rothrock’s assist showcased his hustle and awareness, keeping a difficult ball in play and delivering a precise cross, while his goal demonstrated his skill and composure under pressure.
- Despite early game delays and disallowed goals, Rothrock’s performance helped shift momentum and lift team morale, earning praise from Sounders head coach Brian
