Episode 192: Laura Harvey

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 192 Features exclusive interviews with USWNT U-20 Head Coach Laura Harvey and youth soccer coach Scott McDoniel; plus soundbites from President of San Diego NWSL Jill Ellis; and USWNT stars Becky Sauerbrunn and Kristie Mewis

On this episode we’re exploring women in coaching and  leadership with some of the best coaches and players in the game. And take a look at some of the programs being implemented right now at different levels from US Soccer to a local St. Louis youth club.

Laura Harvey

One of the most accomplished coaches in soccer, Laura Harvey stops by to discuss her role in US Soccer’s SheChampions Coaching Mentorship Program and some of the ways she’s helping develop and give opportunities to the next generation of women coaches.

As USWNT U-20 head coach, Laura is not just mentoring coaches, she’s influencing the lives of young players as they take the journey to the pros and beyond. We talk with Laura about the importance of creating opportunities for women within sport, pathways for coaches, her own development as a coach, and more. This is an interview you want to hear and share! (19′)

Scott McDoniel

As the Girls Program Director at St Louis Scott Gallagher Soccer Club, Scott McDoniel helped spearhead the launch of the Women’s Leadership Initiative, that is the just might be the first of its kind in youth soccer.

Scott shares his experience running the program that includes over 500 girls in SLSG’s soccer community.  The program provides scholarships for women to pursue coaching certification, coaching clinics with women in business, mentorships with other coaches and former players, and more. If you’re looking for a way to implement such a program at your own local club, this is the interview for you! (48′)

Jill Ellis

We’ll also hear from former USWNT manager Jill Ellis on her Foundation’s role in the mentorship program at US Soccer. Now president of the NWSL’s newest team in San Diego, Jill shares her ideas on bringing a women’s initiative to the local community and how her club will impact young women in the game. (8′)

Becky Sauerbrunn & Kristie Mewis

The USWNT stars talk briefly about their head coach Vlatko Andonovski and what makes him one of their favorite coaches. (1:06′)

Episode Links:

Learn more about the SheChampions Mentorship Program – https://www.ussoccer.com/stories/2021/05/us-soccer-announces-participants-for-shechampions-coaching-mentorship-program

Learn about the Women’s Leadership Initiative – http://www.slsgsoccer.com/

San Diego NWSL – https://www.sandiegonwsl.com/

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Photos Courtesy of: US Soccer

Original Broadcast Date: June 21, 2021

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Episode 84: Heather O’Reilly, Craig Deans, Mark Sampson, Rachel Daly

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 84 features exclusive interviews with former USWNT midfielder Heather O’Reilly; Newcastle Jets manager Craig Deans; England manager Mark Sampson; and England striker Rachel Daly.

Hard working. Determined. Persistent. Resilient. Add all these together and you’ll come up with the theme of this episode! First up is an exclusive interview with one of the most decorated, not to mention toughest footballers in the game – Heather O’Reilly.

haoaction_finalMuch to the dismay of everyone, HAO recently announced her retirement from international play, ending a celebrated career of 231 appearances for the U.S. Women’s National Team. After a memorable farewell match against Thailand (where she scored and assisted with a goal), HAO shares with us that emotional match and some of her thoughts throughout the game.

HAO was a high school teenager when she was called up to the USWNT, spending her growing-up years as an integral member of the team. So, how do you leave something that’s been so much a part of your past and shaped you into the person you are today? The 3-time Olympic gold medal winner gives us a glimpse into her decision, what prompted it, and why she knows it’s the right time. Plus, what does the future hold for HAO and what does she want her legacy to be when we look back on her career?!

There’s nothing quite like the HAO story and she’s here to share it with us! Get out your tissues, and be prepared to fall in love with HAO all over again!

Check out HAO’s website where you can learn about the many causes she supports at OReillySoccer.com.

deans_finalCraig Deans
The Westfield W-League is kicking off and our first guest of the season is Newcastle Jets head coach Craig Deans. The coach talks about his biggest challenges this season, some of the players he’s bringing back and a few he lost. Plus, what are his thoughts on how Melbourne City has transformed the league, the growth to the women’s’ game down under and lots more! If you’re as excited about the 2016-17 W-League season as we are, then this interview will give you a kick in the pants!

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Our theme of hard-working footballers continues with Houston Dash midfielder Megan Crosson. After surviving two ACL tears at a very young age and being passed over in the 2016 NWSL college draft, the Santa Clara University midfielder could have given up a long time ago. But her passion and drive for the game she loved led her all the way to the NWSL. Still looking for more playing time, she recently went to Japan to play for Konomiya Speranza Osaka-Takatsuki of the Nadeshiko League. Meg shows that it’s not how many times you get knocked down, it’s how many times you Fight! (you have to listen to understand). If you’re going through a set back of any kind, you’ll want to catch this interview with Meg Crosson and be prepared to get inspired!

England vs France
Our trusty co-host Adam Barlow suffered through the recent England vs. France friendly in Doncaster on October 21, 2016. The defensive play of both teams resulted in a 0-0 draw, and while the match wasn’t the most exciting of the year, we learned a few things from both teams. Listen to England manager Mark Sampson discuss the confidence of his players and how important it is to continue to play top-tier teams. Plus England striker Rachel Daly discusses her form, her thoughts on playing in Houston and more!

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Plus…
A look at the upcoming USWNT friendlies vs. Romania; Euro friendlies, FAWSL updates and more!

Fade Out Music by KC and the Sunshine Band

Original Broadcast Date: October 30, 2016

Photo credits courtesy of: ussoccer.com; oreillysoccer.com; Upper V Athlete Management; TheFA.com; @RachelDaly3