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<p>‘<em>The Only’</em>, a documentary chronicling the life of Briana Scurry, debuts on <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/channels/paramount-plus-soccer-schedule/">Paramount+</a> on July 12.</p>
<p>Scurry’s life bolted into stardom surrounding the 1999 FIFA Women’s World Cup. There, she made a pivotal save in the penalty shootout against China. Consequently, Brandi Chastain had the opportunity to put the game away. Her now-famous picture of celebration took over the headlines. Briana Scurry, despite allowing Chastain to have that moment, did not receive the attention that her other teammates did.</p>
<p>This brings on the main focus of the documentary. Scurry battled discrimination due to her race, sexual orientation and rare mistake on the field throughout her career. In the end, Scurry fell into a pit of depression that saw her take whatever means necessary just to make ends meet.</p>
<h3>Briana Scurry documentary</h3>
<p>World Soccer Talk had the opportunity to chat with Scurry and the director of the documentary, Anthony J. Cortese.</p>
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<p>In this interview, Scurry talks about how it all unfolded and what it was like to relive some of the best and darkest moments from her life.</p>
<p>For example, the former-USWNT star thinks about what could have happened if China won that 1999 World Cup Final. Back then, all the pressure laid on the shoulders of the USWNT. There was heavy investment into making this the biggest sporting event of the summer and in the history of women’s sports. The positive consequences for the growth of the game exhibit themselves today.</p>
<p>Another thing Scurry discusses is how low she got in her life. A major part of the Briana Scurry documentary is the discussion of depression. In fact, in this interview, Scurry goes into detail about how she pawned off her winner’s medals for some extra money. Fortunately, with the help of loved ones, she got them back.</p>
<p>Anthony J. Cortese, directing a documentary for the first time, says there are plenty of soccer documentaries already out there. This one has more of a focus on Scurry’s life from outside. Prior to the interview, Cortese and World Soccer Talk’s Kyle Fansler talked about what it was like to work with Scurry. He said it was a pleasure and an honor just to get to know her. In fact, he is not even the biggest soccer fan, but took inspiration from the story that Scurry battled through in her life.</p>
<p>‘<em>The Only</em>‘ comes to Paramount+ on July 12, with interviews from Scurry’s family, friends and teammates from the&nbsp;<em>’99ers</em>.</p>
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The newest content coming to Paramount+ is titled 'The Only.' This documentary chronicles the life of former-USWNT star Briana Scurry.

Briana Scurry documentary debuts on Paramount+ - World Soccer Talk

Briana Scurry documentary debuts on Paramount+

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<p>Undoubtedly, former USWNT star goalkeeper Briana Scurry has an interesting life story. Not only did Scurry put together a standout career with the national side for 15 years. She also acted as a trailblazer for the sport and women’s sports at large.</p>
<p>Scurry is the first openly gay player in the USWNT. Plus, the National Soccer Hall of Fame elected Scurry as the first black woman to hold the honor. In doing so, Scurry inspired young girls from all over the country.</p>
<h3><em>The Only&nbsp;</em>documents Briana Scurry and her up-and-down life</h3>
<p>Scheduled for release on July 12 via <a href="https://paramountplus.qflm.net/c/330866/1007330/3065" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Paramount+</a>, <em>The Only</em> is a new documentary about the life of Briana Scurry.</p>
<p>Essentially, <em>The</em><em>&nbsp;Only</em> covers much of Briana Scurry’s life from childhood until the present day. She was a star for soccer in the 1990s and 2000s. Yet, the documentary digs deeper to shed light on what Scurry endured. This includes both her professional and personal lives in the spotlight. In many instances, the documentary presents new information that casual soccer fans may not know. Even then, viewers do not need to be soccer fans to enjoy the 100-minute documentary.</p>
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<p>Soccer, particularly the women’s national team, is obviously a big part of&nbsp;<em>The Only</em>. But, her story is so much more than just being a legendary soccer player. Briana Scurry navigated her life and career as a gay black woman during harsher times. The documentary underlines these themes throughout its run time.</p>
<h5>Lack of fame despite success</h5>
<p>One of the clear highlights of the documentary was undoubtedly when Scurry explained her mental process during the famous penalty shootout in the <a href="https://worldsoccertalk.com/2015/07/06/watch-the-film-about-the-last-time-the-us-won-a-womens-world-cup-video/">1999 World Cup Final</a>. While Brandi Chastain ultimately received most of the attention for scoring the match-winning goal, Scurry made a massive save just prior to Chastain’s winner. Without the save, the Chastain goal would not have won United States the gold medal. Nevertheless, media focused on Chastain’s penalty instead of Scurry’s save, which put Chastain in that position.</p>
<p>Goal-scorers certainly receive more attention than goalkeepers or defenders in soccer. However, <em>The Only </em>questions if Scurry’s skin color or sexual orientation played into her praise from media and fans following the game. Despite Briana Scurry’s importance in the team for over a decade, she did not receive the equal marketing or popularity of Chastain or Mia Hamm.</p>
<h5>Departure from the USWNT</h5>
<p>The Hope Solo incident during the 2007 World Cup Semi Final against Brazil was also compelling, yet sad to watch. Solo, the starting goalkeeper for the tournament, was benched by head coach Greg Ryan in favor of Scurry for the match against Brazil. The U.S. women, however, were thrashed 4-0 in the game and Solo bashed both the coach and Scurry during a now infamous post-match interview.</p>
<p>Off the pitch, the documentary concludes with Scurry’s story following her career-ending and <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/sf/national/2013/11/02/her-biggest-save/">life-altering concussion</a>. Serious health issues and financial troubles, followed by a slow rebuilding process ultimately culminates into a second career.</p>
<p>Although&nbsp;<em>The Only</em> is perhaps a bit unstructured and not exactly a free-flowing linear story, it is still a very compelling and interesting documentary. Briana Scurry’s life is just undoubtedly fascinating. The ebbs and flows of her story throughout her childhood, soccer career, and post-soccer life make for an enthralling watch. <em>The Only</em> can be accessed via <a href="https://paramountplus.qflm.net/c/330866/1007330/3065" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Paramount+</a> beginning on July 12th.</p>


'The Only' is a documentary centering on the professional and personal life of former USWNT goalkeeper Briana Scurry, from the highs to lows.

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