The Black Sheep

Part 21

I have been slowly adding bits and pieces, even tho I should be doing school work.  

January 4 2016

It was going to be a big year for the USWNT as it was the olympic year. They were hoping to be the first team to win the world cup and olympics back to back. For the camp there would be alot of new faces as only 16 of the world cup roster will be back for the camp. One person that Kara is happy that is coming to camp is Mallory Pugh. They were great friends as they had both moved up in the youth teams and they were only one year apart. 

The camp was in California and prepare them for the Olympic Qualifying. Kara was walking into the hotel in witch the team will be staying at for the camp. Karsa was on of the first be at the camp as it was close to home for Kara. 

The first person that Kara saw was Christen. "Pressy," Kara said while walking to her and going in for a hug. "How is Tobin?" Which had made her blush instantly and Kara laugh. They continued to talk as more people arrived. 

They were moved to one of the rooms that was set up for the meeting.  Kara sat near the back with Mal sitting next to her to catch up with each other. The plan for the camp is all set out and rooms are called out. It seemed that the coaches decide to put veterans with the newer players. The only ones that wasn't was that Kelley and Hope would be roomed together. Kara could tell that something has happened between them as it seems that Kelley is the only one that makes Hope smile. 

It was going to be a interesting camp as there are a lot of new faces. Christen was hovering around Tobin as her 2 best friends weren't there. You could also see friendships forming between players.  

January 23 2016       

It was the first game of the year for the USWNT, they were going to be against Ireland.  During the camp the college draft had taken place in which Sonnett was the first pick and that Lindsey also signed with Portland Thorns. 

The bus journey to the stadium was quite except for the odd conversation.  Kara was sitting next to Mal. It was the first game for Mal which makes her nervous. 

They were in San Diego to play against Ireland. Kara wasn't going to be playing in the match as they wanted others to get playing time.           

  Kara was sitting next to Mal on the bench talking about the game.  Another thing that happened in camp is that Chris has become very protective of Mal since they were put as room mates. Kelley thought it was a good idea to do a jump scare on Mal who was with Christen. Kelley had Chris remind her that she should be welcoming to Mal.  Everybody now knows not to mess with Chris when it came to Mal.

The US had a flying start as Carli scored in the 6 minute from a cross from Alex.  Carli scored again in the 21 minute when Tobin crossed the ball in for Alex who heads the ball toward the gaol but is saved by the keeper which put it in the path of Carli who scores. Cali get a hat trick when it is a poor pass back from Ireland. Alex put the us at 4-0 just before half time when Carli's header is saved and Alex gets the rebound. 

The half time talk was just about continue with how they were playing in the first half, 3 people where subbed in at half time.  When it was Mal's turn to be subbed on in the 58 minute Kelley was there to calm her down to be able to play the game. 

 Sonnett was also subbed off for Kelley. When Sonnett sat down Kara nudged her with her shoulder and said good game. If Sonnett wasn't already flushed you could of seen her blush. 

They both put their attention back to the game. The US had more chance but couldn't score and  Solo was also tested but  the chance came Press got the ball and crossed it to Mal who scored on her debut. Press was the closest one to to Mal who received a motherly hug from Chris.   

The game ended with to US winning 5-0 for Alex's 100 cap. When the final whistle blew Kara went straight to Mal for a hug. 

When some of the players went out to a Club to celebrate the win Kara, Mal and Christen stayed at the hotel despite Tobin pouting when Chris wouldn't go out with them, and Chris being the maternal person said she needed to look after Kara and Mal. 

"It's fine I wanted to stay any way." This was the fourth time that Chris had said that sentence to Mal who was feeling bad about keeping Chris behind.

 "Don't worry about it you can get alot of blackmail things from these nights," Kara said to lighten Mal's mood. 

"How much did you get  from the world cup?" Mal asked curiously. "A lot to put it simply. This means I can get them to do stuff for me." Kara said smirking thinking about all the blackmail she has on her phone. 

"By the way when we win something stay away from Ash and Ali's room and if you get roomed next to them get ear plugs. Actually bring ear plugs to camps all the time." Kara said think about how she has been woken up by sound she would never like to hear from her team mates.    

Chris instantly smacked Kara on the back of her head when she was coming back from the bathroom. "Mal did not need to know that Kara." Chris said using her motherly voice.  " What it's true!" Exclaimed Kara. "Any way she knows about it if shes going to college."  Chris just rolled her eyes while Mal was quietly laughing. 

When the team came back from the club Mal knew what Kara meant when it is the best time to get blackmail. 

So I hope this was a good chapter. Idk when the next chapter will be out.