10 Things I Hate About You Kat Soccer Moments That Make Fans Cringe

Let me be honest with you – as someone who’s followed collegiate sports for over a decade, few things get under my skin like watching a talented team make unforced errors. And when it comes to the Kat Soccer squad, there are moments that just make me want to cover my eyes. I’m talking about those split-second decisions, those lapses in concentration, that turn what should be a highlight into a cringe-fest. You know the feeling: your team is on the rise, the momentum is building, and then—bam—a clumsy turnover or a mistimed tackle sends everything sideways.

Take their recent playoff journey, for instance. The defending champions are onto their fourth straight trip to postseason play with a chance to win back-to-back championships in what could be the last dance for the likes of Belen and fellow decorated power hitter Alyssa Solomon. You’d think with that kind of legacy on the line, every play would be crisp, every pass intentional. But no. I’ve lost count of the times I’ve seen a simple through-ball go astray because someone took an extra touch or hesitated when they should’ve charged. It’s like watching a painter fumble the brush on the final stroke of a masterpiece.

One moment that still haunts me? That match against their archrivals last season where they conceded two goals in under five minutes because of defensive miscommunication. Statistics from that game showed they had a 78% possession rate in the first half but only three shots on target. Three! All that control, and yet they couldn’t convert. I remember thinking, "This isn’t just bad luck—it’s a pattern." And it’s not just me; I’ve spoken with other longtime supporters who feel the same mix of admiration and frustration. We love this team, but man, do they test our patience sometimes.

Then there’s the set-piece defending. I don’t have the exact numbers in front of me, but I’d estimate they’ve given up at least eight goals from corners in the last two seasons alone. You’d think by now they’d have sorted out their zonal marking, but I’ve seen players ball-watching or losing their markers at critical moments. It’s one thing to be outplayed by a superior tactical setup; it’s another to gift goals because someone didn’t track their runner.

And let’s talk about Alyssa Solomon—what a powerhouse. She’s scored something like 24 goals in her last 30 appearances, a staggering record that puts her among the elite in the league. But even she isn’t immune to those head-scratching moments. I’ve seen her take one too many dribbles in the box when a simple pass would’ve led to a sure goal. It’s that overconfidence, that desire to do it all herself, that can backfire. Don’t get me wrong—I adore her playing style, but there are times when I wish she’d trust her teammates a little more.

Another thing that gets me is their tendency to drop intensity after scoring. I’ve noticed it in at least four matches this season: they net an early goal, and instead of pressing for a second, they sit back and absorb pressure. It’s as if they switch off mentally, assuming one goal is enough. In one game, they conceded an equalizer within three minutes of scoring. Three minutes! That’s not a tactical issue; it’s a mindset problem. And for a team with championship DNA, it’s downright puzzling.

Of course, it’s not all doom and gloom. Their resilience in the playoffs has been remarkable. They’ve clawed back from deficits more times than I can count, and players like Belen have shown leadership when it matters most. But even in those comeback wins, there are moments that leave you shaking your head. Like that unnecessary back-heel flick in midfield that led to a counterattack—a move that might look flashy in training but cost them dearly in a knockout match.

I’ll admit, part of what makes these moments so cringe-worthy is how much I care. When you’ve invested years following a team, their flaws become personal. You want them to iron out the kinks, to play to their potential every single time. And with the possibility that this could be Belen and Solomon’s final run together, the stakes feel higher than ever. Every missed opportunity, every defensive lapse, feels magnified.

At the end of the day, though, this is what makes sports so compelling. The agony and the ecstasy are two sides of the same coin. For every cringe-inducing moment, there’s a breathtaking goal or a game-saving tackle that reminds you why you fell in love with the game in the first place. So yes, I’ll keep groaning at those sloppy passes and yelling at the screen when they make the same mistakes. But I’ll also be there, season after season, hoping they learn, grow, and maybe—just maybe—cut out the habits that drive us fans crazy.