Inspiring stories give us hope. Positivity to look into the future when the going gets tough. Think of the Toronto Raptors in the NBA. They loitered around the last places of the NBA standings for a long time. But finally, Kawhi Leonard and the Raptors won their first NBA Championship. Significantly, President Joe Biden loves inspiring stories and we have one for you.

Found in 2006, Gotham FC remains one of the stories franchises in the NWSL. The 2022 season saw the franchise finish last in the rankings. Everyone believed the club was done and dusted. However, similar to Leicester City’s dream run in 2016, Gotham FC came back to win the NWSL. Think of the odds!

Therefore, Joe Biden gave the perfect commendation to Gotham FC for inspiring an entire generation after they visited the White House. He said, “In 2022, Gotham placed last in the entire league. There were doubts about turning things around. But you never gave up. You never gave up and you kept the faith as my mother would say. And after a tough season, you were in the final team to make the playoffs. And then beating Seattle to win it all.”

It is an amazing achievement for a club put down by most soccer fans. “You inspire all of us, you really do, you’re an inspiration,” Biden ended his speech in the White House. Notably, Gotham FC finished 6th in the league with San Diego Wave winning the Shield. However, they rallied together to win in the knockout rounds stunningly.

Like most sports teams, Gotham FC visited the White House. Hence, it drew positive reactions on social media after Biden posted the video on X.

Joe Biden applauds Gotham FC’s inspiring comeback!

In a post on X, Biden captioned, “Like Gotham FC Captain Ali Krieger said today, this moment isn’t about a title. It is about paving the way. That’s the power of this team. That’s the power of women’s sports.”

Understanding the importance of women’s sports, the NWSL is the fastest-growing league in the world. Even though they have Lionel Messi, the MLS never caught traction. The European game brings in more attendance numbers, and the public remains completely invested in the game.

Similarly, the NWSL receives investors coming into the club with their riches. They know the league is growing at a rapid pace. This is a chance for women to showcase their talents on the biggest platform. Similar stories like Gotham FC’s rise to the top keep inspiring the younger generations to take up the game. Hence, it becomes imperative for these leagues to come.

We all like inspiring tales like Gotham FC, right?