VANCOUVER — Rhian Wilkinson's return to the starting lineup paid huge dividends for Canada at the Women's World Cup.
VANCOUVER — Canada is on the move at the Women's World Cup, headed to the quarter-finals thanks to a 1-0 win over Switzerland and some canny planning from coach John Herdman.
That number, which denoted tickets already sold as of Saturday evening for past and future games, beats the tournament record of 1,194,221 set at USA 1999
Under Carolina Morace, Canada finished dead last. Players wondered whether the sacrifice was worth it. Then the hiring of John Herdman as coach after the tournament changed everything.
That's not something usually uttered by a quarterback, but getting some contact was critical for the B.C. Lions' veteran pivot after two seasons marred by injuries to his throwing shoulder.
VANCOUVER — Leaving no stone unturned in the bid for Women's World Cup glory, Canadian coach John Herdman has looked to his players to train their brain.