Cat Macario talks making history, overcoming injury, and self-worth

Cat Macario is on a hot streak for the USWNT: The forward has scored 3 goals in her last two national team appearances. In this feature interview for the U.S. Soccer Podcast presented by Henkel, Macario discusses her recent form, how Hannah Montana helped her master English, her historic Nike deal, her USWNT ambitions, and the importance of   mental resilience and seeking self-worth beyond the soccer field.  

00:50 – David Gass and Meghan Klingenberg explain what makes Cat Macario such a special player 

02:49 – Kling interviews Cat Macario 

02:59 – Cultural adjustments and team dynamics 

11:08 – Representing the USWNT 

25:23 – Overcoming injuries and self-worth outside of soccer 

32:57 – Ultimate USWNT ambitions 

35:55 – Ask the Pros presented by O’Reilly Auto Parts 

The U.S. Soccer Podcast is a production from U.S. Soccer hosted by David Gass, former USWNT star Meghan Klingenberg and USMNT great Alejandro Bedoya. The podcast brings you in-depth interviews with U.S. Soccer stars of the past, present and future. Episodes drop weekly on Wednesdays. 

Hosts: Meghan Klingenberg, David Gass  

Guest: Cat Macario 

Producer: Matthew Nelson 

To learn more, visit http://www.ussoccer.com/podcast 

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