The Rising Giant
The Rising Giant: incredible journeys behind features unique and inspirational stories of women football players who became professionals and are taking football to the next level.
Women from all over the world share their unique stories of their struggles and triumph in this beautiful game.
Follow along as history is being created and get inspired to follow your dreams.
The Rising Giant
#4 Claire Falknor: From the USA to Europe, Soccer to Football, Overcoming One Obstacle at a Time
Join the host Dominika Čonč while she talks with a current UDG Tenerife player Claire Falknor. Claire is a former University of Florida, FC Bayern, Huston Dash, Sevila FC and Sporting de Huelva player. She also played for USWNT youth teams. Tune in and find out how she faced and navigated the challenges of cultural shock, big team competitions and used football as an outlet for facing trauma, release of emotions and freedom of expression.