Solo Makes Public Apologies
(Soccer365.com) As the U.S. Women's National Team were getting ready to face Mexico in St. Louis on Saturday, netminder Hope Solo made public apologies for her remarks after being sat in their World Cup semifinal match against Brazil.
The 26-year old was on the sideline for the 5-1 win, but was not in uniform.
"I would like to apologize to my teammates, coaches and everyone else adversely affected by my comments at the Women's World Cup," said Solo. "This public apology comes later than it should have, but I hope that does not diminish the fact that I am truly sorry. I made a mistake and I take full responsibility for my actions. I let my teammates down and have lost their trust."
"I would like to especially apologize to Greg Ryan and Briana Scurry. There is no excuse for insulting a coach or a teammate. My focus now is solely on reconciliation with the team. I am here to support the team for these games, but after apologizing in person to all my teammates and the coaches, I have made the choice not to suit up for these games since I believe this is the first step in the healing process."
