The North Carolina Courage announced that defender Sydney Schmidt has been placed on the season-ending injury list following a torn ACL sustained during a training session. The injury, which occurred last week, will keep the veteran defender out for the rest of the season. Schmidt's absence is a significant blow to the team's defense, which has relied heavily on her experience and leadership. The Courage will now need to adjust their strategy as they navigate the remainder of the campaign without one of their key players.