Magic Johnson praises Trinity Rodman’s emotional comeback in ‘father figure’ message
Trinity Rodman delivered an emotional and inspiring comeback on August 3, 2025, scoring a stoppage-time winner for the Washington Spirit agains the Portland Thorns, her first match in nearly four months. NBA legend and Spirit co-owner Magic Johnson lauded her performance, underscoring just how much her return means to the league and fans alike.Philadelphia Eagles rookie safety dominates a soccer ball and impress Super Bowl championsA heroic return worthy of applauseRodman entered the match in the 76th minute and instantly changed the dynamic. With the socre tied, she netted a decisive goal that sent Audi Field into an eruption of cheers. The Washington Post described the scene as deeply emotional, noting her tears and jubilant teammates surrounding her in celebration.In post-match comments, Rodman reflected, "It was just the hardest thing I've had to go through....scoring a goal like that...I missed […]
