"With the platform we have, we really wanted to show why this team is different and why we do things that are much bigger than just the game," said Ms. Macario, who showed off her wristband to the camera after scoring her second goal. "It was just a way to show awareness, especially because we were playing in Texas. I wanted to make sure everyone was able to see it, and it wasn't just another thing getting [swept] under the rug."
USWNT players wear 'Protect Trans Kids' wristbands during game to denounce Texas governor's letter
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Stanford's Catarina Macario, announced on Tuesday that she had signed a professional contract with French powerhouse Lyon, and wasn't among the players available for the NWSL draft.
Fox, Rodman selected with the top picks in the NWSL draft
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