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Tuned in to the World Cup: New Mexico United coach's wife a former USWNT player
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It’s probably fair to say Eric and Susan Quill have more than a passing interest in Women’s World Cup soccer — in Team USA especially.
If only those other soccer commitments would stay out of the way.
Eric, New Mexico United’s head coach, watched Team USA’s first two matches in group play and said his wife, Susan, tuned in for all three. Susan played for the U.S. National Team from 1998-2000 under her maiden name, Susan Bush.
Both Quills have since been involved in coaching, including at the University of Houston, where Eric served as Susan’s assistant coach for the women’s soccer program for two seasons. Susan coached the Cougars from 2007-12.
“We do wear our coaching hats when we watch (Team USA),” Eric said. “We can’t help it. As a former player, she has a lot of strong opinions.”
Team USA has received its share of criticism after a pair of sluggish draws in group play. Like other fans, Eric hopes the Americans can find another gear in Sunday’s Round of 16 match against Sweden — even if he won’t be watching live.
Team USA’s match is set to kick off at 3 a.m. on Sunday.
“I watched the first two games in prime time,” Eric said, “but I can’t stay up for 1 or 3 in the morning, I have too much to do (with United). Susan stays up, though. Pretty sure she’ll fill me in.”
