CARY, N.C. — When the bracket for The Soccer Tournament (TST) dropped, eyes immediately turned toward the biggest names: Solo FC, led by U.S. soccer legend Hope Solo and US Women, the defending champions. But one team quietly waiting in the wings might be the most intriguing—Speedy Turtles.
They may not be the headliners, but don’t mistake that for weakness.
The Speedy Turtles will take the field tomorrow at 12:00 p.m. ET for their opening match against Solo FC in what’s shaping up to be a classic underdog-vs-favorite matchup. It’s a matchup of underdog versus powerhouse, but don’t let the nickname fool you—these Turtles have speed, strategy, and something to prove.
Today, I caught up with Meg Morris, who acknowledged the role they’ve been cast in. She says, we know we’re the underdogs.
The Turtles feature a smart, dynamic roster that includes former pro and broadcaster Jenny Chiu. Other key players include Allie Schultze, Amy Neal, Caroline Chipman, Ashley Andersen, Alyssa Beck, and Hannah Reich—a group blending experience and determination.
This team may be flying under the radar compared to Solo FC’s big names, but they’ve been locked in since arriving in Cary. Whether during training or walking the tournament grounds, the Turtles carry themselves with quiet confidence—and a clear sense of purpose.
Solo FC, as expected, has star power, legacy names, and expectations. But tournaments like TST are about more than rosters—they’re about heart, hustle, and chemistry. And the Speedy Turtles might just have the formula to stir up a little chaos.
KB Sports Media will be bringing coverage of this exciting matchup live, giving fans an inside look at the Turtles’ quest to pull off the upset.
Their first test comes on tomorrow, live on ESPNU and ESPN+, with fans watching to see if the “underdogs” can flip the script.
Keep an eye on the shell.
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