In his postgame press conference, head coach Mark Parsons reflected on the result and performance in Houston and praised the team’s mentality to see the win through to claim the NWSL Shield. He commented on winning a second NWSL Shield with the club, becoming the NWSL’s all-time winningest coach, the Thorns dominant play in the first half and how special this 2021 squad is.
MORE ON THE THORNS’ NWSL SHIELD WIN
- RECAP | Thorns road win in Houston secures NWSL Shield
- HIGHIGHTS | Portland shuts out Houston in crucial win
- WATCH | Final moments as Thorns clinch 2021 NWSL Shield
- FARLEY | Third trophy of 2021 leaves Thorns perfectly positioned for a run at No. 4
- POSTGAME | Horan on winning Shield, performance in Houston
- BY THE NUMBERS | Victory in Houston spotlights road performance all season long for Thorns
- MEDIA | Bixby on shutout record, defensive progression and Sinclair's leadership
