Olympic legend Lindsey Vonn is proving once again why she’s a champion — both on and off the slopes. Fresh off ditching her crutches in a powerful recovery milestone following a devastating leg-shattering crash at the 2026 Winter Olympics, Vonn is showing up in full force as co-owner of the surging Utah Royals FC.
In an inspiring social media post, Vonn declared “Proud is the word” as she celebrated her team’s remarkable achievement: 10 matches unbeaten in a row, sitting firmly in 2nd place in the NWSL with a game in hand heading into the international break.
“This team continues to show what belief, resilience and togetherness can truly achieve,” Vonn wrote. “Huge credit to the players, the incredible fans, staff and everyone behind the scenes building something special here at Utah Royals FC.”
From Injury Battle to Pitch-Side Power Move
Just weeks after making headlines for walking without crutches at the Met Gala — a huge emotional milestone in her road to recovery — Vonn’s presence and passion for the Royals have never been stronger. The skiing icon, who joined the ownership group in 2024, is not just investing financially; she’s fully immersed in the journey.
“Being part of the journey as Co-Owner makes moments like this even more meaningful,” she added. “The passion of the fans, the growth of the club and the momentum around women’s soccer every single week is palpable 💪🏻”
Her timing is perfect. As the NWSL pauses, the Royals carry serious momentum into the second half of the season — right as the United States gears up to host the FIFA Women’s World Cup, set to bring billions of eyes to the sport.
A Dynasty in the Making
Under Vonn and the ownership group, Utah Royals FC are proving they belong among the elite. Currently boasting a strong 7-3-2 record and sitting second in the standings, the team is delivering consistent results week after week.d0df2a
Vonn ended her message with pure excitement: “Can’t wait for the rest of the season ahead!! ⚽️ LFGG”
Fans and analysts are buzzing. Vonn’s personal resilience — battling back from a career-threatening injury to stand strong beside her team — mirrors the Royals’ own story of belief and comeback power. In a World Cup year, this combination of star ownership, on-field dominance, and personal triumph is exactly the narrative women’s soccer needs.
The message from Utah is loud: No crutches. No limits. The Royals are rising.
Who else is locked in for the rest of this season? Drop your thoughts below 👇
LFGG indeed. 🐝⚽
