Episode 205: Jamie Levoy; Sydney Leroux

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 205 – Cal Storm Executive Director/Head Coach and Founding NWSL Team Investor Jamie Levoy; Angel City FC Forward Sydney Leroux

What does your favorite team mean to you? And how much do you invest in time, money, and passion? On this episode we explore how our teams define us as people and as a community with special guest California Storm Executive Director and Head Coach Jamie Levoy. We also hear from Angel City FC forward Sydney Leroux on coming back to LA, her own influence on community building, and more.

We also take a look at the 2022 Women’s European Championships group stage. And all the many Women’s World Cup qualifiers happening all over the world, including W Concacaf Championships, Copa América – Feminina, African Cup of Nations, OFC Women’s Nations Cup, and more!

Jamie Levoy
As Executive Director and Head Coach of WPSL team California Storm, Jamie Levoy knows that investing in a team means more than just writing a check. It’s working hard for players well-being, attention to detail when it comes to fan experience, and involvement in the community.

Jamie, along with other Northern California soccer influencers, is on a mission to bring an NWSL team to the Bay Area. You do not want to miss all the info Jamie reveals on this new venture and when we can expect another rival team in California. How big is the NWSL on the west coast and how big will it get? Jamie is here to give us a glimpse at the possibilities! (20′)

Sydney Leroux
There’s quite the homecoming for forward Angel City FC forward Sydney Leroux as she is welcomed back to the place she started her career at UCLA. We hear from Syd talk about coming back to LA, her role in the community, and more.  (56′)

 

Episode Links:

Visit California Storm at CalStormSoccer https://www.calstormsoccer.com/

Support NWSL to the Bay:

Website: https://nwsltothebay.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/nwsltothebay/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/nwsltothebay/

Don’t miss Patty’s new YouTube Show Mission California – https://www.youtube.com/c/MissionCalifornia

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Photo Courtesy of California Storm

Original Broadcast Date: June 17, 2022

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited and produced by Patty La Bella.

Additional assistance for this episode by Jamie Levoy and Lisa Goldberg (Angel City FC).

Women’s World Football Show website design and theme music by Patricia La Bella

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Episode 201: Alex Morgan, Ali Riley, Sophia Smith, Emily Fox, Casey Stoney

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 201 – Alex Morgan, Ali Riley, Sophia Smith, Emily Fox

The women’s game is vibing all over the world – and boy do we need it!

Regardless of where you are, you’ve probably been enjoying a women’s soccer tournament. Women’s football is on display in places like the USA, England, Ireland, Spain, Africa, Mexico, Asia – just to name a few.

On this episode, we take a spin around the world to check in on everything from the inaugural Arnold Clark Cup Competition in England to the Concacaf W championships to the Algarve Cup, SheBelieves, and more!

And searching for those good vibes we need so desperately in today’s crazy world. We find them at the USWNT camp with head coach Vlatko Andonovski and young stars Sophia Smith and Emily Fox.

Plus, we sneak into a few California training camps (the perfect place to find those good vibrations!), as we hear from San Diego Wave FC forward Alex Morgan and head coach Casey Stoney. Then we head north to LA to catch up with Angel City defender Ali Riley and head coach Freya Coombe.

Vlatko Andonovski – 11’

Emily Fox – 12’

Sophia Smith – 13’

Freya Coombe – 32’

Ali Riley – 36’

Casey Stoney – 44’

Alex Morgan – 47’

 

Episode Links:

Concacaf Women’s Championship Qualifications – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2022_CONCACAF_W_Championship_qualification

Arnold Clark Cup – https://www.arnoldclarkcup.com/

SheBelievesCup – https://www.ussoccer.com/shebelieves/cup

Don’t miss Patty’s new YouTube Show Mission California

More WWFShow Links:

Follow Women’s World Football Show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and our blog at wwfshowblog.com.

Listen to Women’s World Football Show on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Spotify, Spreaker, TuneIn Radio, Google Play, Castbox, Stitcher, Soundcloud, and direct from our website at www.WWFShow.com.

Image by: Patricia La Bella

Original Broadcast Date: February 28, 2022

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited and produced by Patty La Bella.

Additional assistance for this episode by Aaron Heifitz at US Soccer, Lisa Goldberg and Amy Chastain at Angel City FC, Noah Gold at San Diego Wave FC.

Women’s World Football Show website design and theme music by Patricia La Bella

Women’s World Football Show® is a registered trademark and its audio and logo cannot be used without expressed written authorization.

Episode 199: Ashlyn Harris, Ali Krieger, Erin McLeod, Laura Harvey, College Draft Picks

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 199 – Ashlyn Harris, Ali Krieger, Erin McLeod, Laura Harvey, College Draft Picks

After a season of turmoil and controversy, the NWSL is looking forward and so are we! The future of women’s football depends on it.

On this episode, we look at the many changes in the league with soundbites from many of its biggest stars and future stars.

We also take a look at the 2021 Expansion and College Drafts, the 2022 NWSL preliminary format, and an update on all the coaching changes (get your pencils out!)

Soundbites in this order:

Ashlyn Harris & Ali Krieger – 8’

Erin McLeod – 22’

Kim Björkegren – 34’

Naomi Girma & Marleen Schimmer – 46’

Jaelin Howell & Savannah DeMelo  – 51’

Zsannett Kajan & Tinaya Alexander – 54’

Amanda Cromwell & Sean Nahas – 1:00’

Kris Ward & Laura Harvey – 1:08’

 

Episode Links:

https://www.nwslsoccer.com/nwsldraft

Don’t miss Patty’s new YouTube Show Mission California

 

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Follow Women’s World Football Show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and our blog at wwfshowblog.com.

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Image Graphic by: Patricia La Bella

Original Broadcast Date: December 28, 2021

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited and produced by Patty La Bella.

Additional assistance for this episode by  Angel City FC PR manager Amy Chastain and ACFC VP of Player Development & operations Angela Hucles Mangano.

Women’s World Football Show website design and theme music by Patricia La Bella

Women’s World Football Show® is a registered trademark and its audio and logo cannot be used without expressed written authorization.

Episode 198: Angela Hucles Mangano

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 198 – Features an exclusive interview with Angel City FC VP of Player Development & Operations Angela Hucles Mangano

The year 2020 is one we’ll never forget. But through it all, one ray of light was cast on women’s soccer fans when it was announced on July 21,  2020 that Los Angeles would be awarded an NWSL team.

Angel City FC was founded by an investor and ownership group that consists of actresses, athletes, influencers, and former USWNT players, including our guest Angela Hucles Mangano.

On this episode we explore the quick successes of Angel City FC, as well how they are already changing the landscape of women’s football in America, the player-focused programs they’ve implemented, their first player signing of USWNT star forward Christen Press, and more

Angela Hucles Mangano

Not the flashiest player on the USWNT in the mid 2000’s, Angela Hucles was known for her super-sub status, steady play, and going about her business in a quiet, unassuming and effective manner. Since retiring from play in 2009, Angela has continued her influence in the women’s game with the same attributes – behind the scenes and in the broadcasting booth.

Now as VP of Player Development/Operations for the most-anticipated team in the NWSL, Angela stops by to share her experience with the club, their player-focused programs, what it’s like to work with a women-owned franchise, and more.

As the NWSL struggles in the aftermath of controversies, firings and dismissals of front office staff and head coaches, Angel City FC looks to be a force of change and progress. How are they already doing this? Angela Hucles Mangano is here to share it all with us! (16′)

Plus, a look at the NWSL 2021 Championship Finals, NCAA Women’s Soccer Championships, and more!

Episode Links:

Learn more about the Player 22 Futures Program – https://angelcity.com/blogs/news/angel-city-fc-teams-up-with-california-community-foundation-to-help-retired-nwsl-greats-secure-their-future

Purchase your ACFC gear and help the players – https://angelcity.com/collections/special-collections-p23

Angel City FC Supporters Groups – https://angelcity.com/pages/supporters-groups

Angela Hucles on Women’s World Football Show:
Episode 88 – https://wwfshow.com/2016/05/02/angela-hucles/

Episode 72 – https://wwfshow.com/2016/12/19/nairn-pascoe-hucles/

News on NCAA Womens’ Soccer – https://www.ncaa.com/sports/soccer-women/d1

Don’t miss Patty’s new YouTube Show Mission California

More WWFShow Links:

Follow Women’s World Football Show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and our blog at wwfshowblog.com.

Listen to Women’s World Football Show on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Spotify, Spreaker, TuneIn Radio, Google Play, Castbox, Stitcher, Soundcloud, and direct from our website at www.WWFShow.com.

Photo Courtesy of: Angela Hucles Mangano

Original Broadcast Date: November 15, 2021

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited and produced by Patty La Bella.

Additional assistance for this episode by  Angel City FC PR manager Amy Chastain and ACFC VP of Player Development & operations Angela Hucles Mangano.

Women’s World Football Show website design and theme music by Patricia La Bella

Women’s World Football Show® is a registered trademark and its audio and logo cannot be used without expressed written authorization.

Episode 195: NWSL Update, Jackie Gutierrez, Laura Harvey

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 195 – NWSL Season 9 Update featuring Founder of WomenKickBalls.com Jackie Gutierrez; Plus Press Conference Soundbites from OL Reign Head Coach Laura Harvey

We’re checking in on the NWSL with Founder & Editor at WomenKickBalls.com Jackie Gutierrez. Plus, Laura Harvey is BACK in the league & she addresses the media for the first time as head coach of OL Reign.

Laura Harvey

After over a year away, Laura Harvey is back in the league and back at the Reign as their new head coach. We listen in to Laura’s first press conference since returning as she discusses how she’s changed as a coach since her stint in Seattle, the team she’s inherited, was returning to the Reign in her plans all along? It’s great to have her back and you’ll hear why! (6’)

Jackie Gutierrez

Experiencing some NWSL FOMO? Fear no more! Founder, Writer & Editor of Women Kick Balls Jackie Gutierrez is here to help us get dialed in! The 2021 season has been filled with major headlines and breaking news. If you missed any of them or want to learn more about all the coaching changes, the existing and future expansion team and more news, this is the interview for you!  (20′)

WKB website: https://womenkickballs.com/

Subscribe – https://womenkickballs.com/subscribe

Learn more about Jackie https://womenkickballs.com/about

Follow WKB on Social

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womenkickballs/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/womenkickballs

IG: https://www.instagram.com/womenkickballs/

 

Episode Links:

Laura Harvey on Episode 192 of WWFShow – https://wwfshow.com/2021/06/21/episode-192-laura-harvey/

Jackie Gutierrez on Episode 172 – https://wwfshow.com/2020/06/01/episode-172-susie-petruccelli-jackie-gutierrez/

Don’t miss Patty’s new YouTube Show Mission California

More WWFShow Links:
Follow Women’s World Football Show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and our blog at wwfshowblog.com.

Listen to Women’s World Football Show on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Spotify, Spreaker, TuneIn Radio, Google Play, Castbox, Stitcher, Soundcloud, and direct from our website at www.WWFShow.com.

Logo Courtesy of: National Women’s Soccer League

Original Broadcast Date: August 29, 2021

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited and produced by Patty La Bella.

Additional assistance for this episode by Tara Rhoades, Director of Marking & Communications at OL Reign and Jackie Gutierrez, Founder, Editor & Writer at WomenKickBalls.com

Women’s World Football Show website design and theme music by Patricia La Bella

Women’s World Football Show® is a registered trademark and its audio and logo cannot be used without expressed written authorization.