“For me as a mom, not an allocated player, there have been some years t...” — Jessica McDonald Quote

“For me as a mom, not an allocated player, there have been some years that have been a difficult journey because NWSL doesn't really support mothers.”

“That's what pushes me every day to want to be successful on the soccer field - being able to not only take care of my kid on a financial level and be stable but, most importantly, to inspire my child.”

“I'm not just working for myself anymore. I'm working for my kid as well, someone who's actually looking up to me on a whole other level than the younger generation.”

“Personally, becoming a mother has been such a rewarding and wonderful experience. However, at times it has also been a huge challenge. Even for me who has support at home that most mothers do not.”

“Good mothers and good fathers and good families don't always have great children.”

“A lot has been said about single mothers. Most of it has been less than flattering.”