In this espnW Originals film, Olympic gold medalist Sydney Leroux talks about leaving home as a teen to play soccer for the United States.
It's no secret that there's sexism in world soccer. It's so bad that, according to Team USA star Alex Morgan, FIFA President Sepp Blatter didn't even recognize her the year she was nominated for women's world player of the year. Sexism, however, doesn
Sydney Leroux was born in Canada. Now she's one of America's best goalscorers.
With a potent scoring leg and magazine cover looks, Leroux is bound to become a household name during the 2015 Women's World Cup, which runs through early July. With a growing amount of goals scored on the field and endorsements off it like Nike,
WINNIPEG, Manitoba – U.S. forward Sydney Leroux, a native of British Columbia, has no idea what the reception will be when she steps onto the field for the World Cup in Canada. Any Canadian fans who think Leroux betrayed her roots, be warned.