Racing draws with Utah as DeMelo makes celebrated return

Star Racing Louisville midfielder Savannah DeMelo played Saturday for the first time in 384 days, but the hosts were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw with Utah Royals FC at Lynn Family Stadium after a stoppage-time equalizer from Brecken Mozingo. It was a monumental day for DeMelo, who recently signed a contract extension with Racing Louisville. She stepped onto the pitch in the 91st minute to officially return from a medical emergency that sidelined her on Sept. 14, 2025. “I’ve really been anticipating this moment, and I was just really excited to be able to do it here,” DeMelo…