Episode 137: Becky Salicki, Janine Anthony

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 137: Final show of 2018 features exclusive interviews with Durham Women FC defender Becky Salicki and BBC Sport journalist and broadcaster Janine Anthony.

Becky Salicki
Durham Women FC are making a push toward promotion from the FA Women’s Championship to the Women’s Premier League. Big victories including a Continental Cup win v Everton, a 0-0 draw away to Manchester United Women and a big 3-1 at home against the Lady Red Devils, is making the world sit up and take notice. And a big piece of the Wildcats’ success is due to a solid backline that includes central defender Becky Salicki.

Adam sits down with the Becky to talk about her inspiring comeback injury; preparation strategies ahead of matches against powerhouse team Man Utd; balancing work and pro football; and more! Plus, Becky shares a surprising and inspiring story involving her friend Jordan Nobbs. This is one interview you want to catch! (4’)

Janine Anthony
There are many exciting teams heading to Women’s World Cup this summer, but none as intriguing as that of the African nations’ teams. BBC Sport Africa journalist and broadcaster Janine Anthony is here from Lagos, Nigeria to share her personal insights on Nigeria, South Africa, and Cameroon.

How are the African teams preparing for WWC? Who has the best chance of making it out of their group? Which African players should we be watching? And why is Cameroon the Real Deal? Only Janine knows and she’s laying it all out there exclusively for WWFShow listeners! Plus, despite all the controversies surrounding the CAF Cup of Nations, Janine tells us why, in the end, the football came through. Are you ready to get pumped with positive energy? Then you need a shot of Janine Anthony and this special African Nations report! (48′)
Follow Janine Anthony on Twitter @Chiquadiva

PLUS…
WWFShow “Best Of” Awards; Continental Cup draw; NWSL news; W-League report; A look back at 2018 favorite moments, awkward interviews & MORE!

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Original Broadcast Date: December 21, 2018

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Episode 136: Beverly Yanez, Helena Wiseman

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 136 features exclusive interviews with Seattle Reign FC striker Beverly Yanez; New Zealand sportswriter Helena Wiseman; and soundbites from U.S. Women’s National Team Head Coach Jill Ellis.

Seattle Reign FC forward Beverly Yanez’s career has skyrocketed since she joined the NWSL in 2014. That happened to be the same year Bev made her first appearance on Women’s World Football Show. Now she’s back to chat with Patty about her career, her experiences playing in Japan, her participation in NWSL/US Soccer C License coaching program, and more!

As the 2019 NWSL season approaches, Bev continues to work hard preparing mind, body, and soul for the upcoming season. In this intimate interview, Bev shares her most memorable moments, the importance of the NWSL’s recognition of the NWSL Players Association, her secrets to maintaining a long-term relationship, and more. Thought you knew all there is to know about Bev Yanez? You haven’t listened to this interview! (28′)

Women’s World Cup Draw
The Draw for the FIFA Women’s World Cup France 2019 took place at La Seine Musicale in Paris on December 8, 2018. Patty and Adam take a preliminary look at each group. Which is the Group of Death, who has an easy road, and which match-ups pose the most problems. Plus, we hear from U.S. Women’s National Team Head Coach Jill Ellis! What are her thoughts on the USA’s group, the teams they’ll be facing int he group stage, and the chances of the No. 1 team in the world defending their title? Jill give it to us straight! (15′)

New Zealand
Women’s World Football Show correspondent, blogger, and footballer Helena Wiseman sits down with Adam to talk about the recent upswing of women’s football in New Zealand. The appointment of Tom Sermanni as the head coach of the NZ Women’s National Team, the OFC qualifiers, the third-place finish in the 2018 U17 Women’s World Cup, and the success of the National Women’s League are all talking points in this exclusive interview. Learn how women’s football is taking off in NZ and the role the Football Ferns are taking as they approach the 2019 Women’s World Cup. (1:04’)
Read more articles and check out the podcast at InTheBackOf.net.

PLUS…
FIFA 2018 U17 Women’s World Cup recap; 2018 NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship; UEFA Women’s EURO 2021; FAWSL and W-League updates; And More!

Photos/Logos Courtesy of: Seattle Reign FC, Beverly Yanez, New Zealand Football, U.S. Soccer

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Original Broadcast Date: December 9, 2018

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Episode 135: Ashley Nick, Neil Senneck, Girls on the Ball

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 135, features exclusive interviews with Juventus FC Women midfielder Ashley Nick, Southampton Women’s FC Coach Neil Senneck, and women’s football journalists Girls on the Ball.

Ashley Nick
In this special 5 year anniversary special, Women’s World Football Show visits with a few of our very first guests to appear on the show. First, we welcome back midfielder Ashley Nick. The veteran footballer is now playing at Juventus FC in the re-energized Italian League. Adam and Ash look back on some of the best moments in her career, her footballing journeys and her new experiences playing for Juventus FC Women.

The Southern California native reflects on some of the decisions she’s made in her life and how they’ve impacted her career, and more. Don’t miss this interview with one of the games more positive personalities!
Keep up with Ashley & Juventus FC at Juventus.com. (8:40′)

Coach Neil Senneck
Another long-time friend of the show, Coach Neil Senneck chats with Patty about his time coaching in South Africa, the evolution of youth female football, and his new gig coaching at Southampton Women’s Football Club. What are some of the differences between youth football in South Africa and UK? How has the women’s game grown in South Africa since last we spoke? What makes a good coach? Coach Neil is here to fill us in on all this and more!
Follow & support Southampton WFC on Facebook.
For scores, fixtures & other info, visit the Southampton WFC website. (52:04′)

Girls on the Ball
No one covers women’s football in the UK more completely than Rachel O’Sullivan and Sophie Downey (better known as Girls on the Ball). As early guests, GotB remain our closest friends and supporters. Traveling the world covering the game provides for some good memories, stories and introspection. Listen in as the girls discuss their experiences in the broadcast booth, the changes in the FAWSL, and more. Don’t miss this rare interview with Girls on the Ball! (1:28:00′)
Visit the GotB website at GirlsontheBall.com & follow them on Twitter @GirlsontheBall!

PLUS…
FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup update; A quick rundown of the 2019 Women’s World Cup qualifiers; NCAA Div l College Cup recap; W-League report; a whole lot of reminiscing; AND MORE!!

Photos/Logos Courtesy of: Ashley Nick; Juventus F.C. Women; Coach Neil Senneck; Southampton WFC; Girls on the Ball

Original Broadcast Date: November 25, 2018

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Episode 131: Teagan Micah, Jovana Damnjanović, Jana Lange

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 131: Features interviews with UCLA goalkeeper Teagan Micah, Bayern Munich striker Jovana Damnjanović, and German sports journalist Jana Lange.

There are many great break-out stars playing Division l NCAA Women’s Soccer and one of them is UCLA goalkeeper Teagan Micah. The Australian standout sits down with Patty to chat about her unique journey, from a stellar career in the Young Matildas to the Westfield W-League’s Brisbane Roar and Western Sydney Wanderers.

In her third year at UCLA, Teagan gives us insight on what led her to play collegiate soccer, why did she choose UCLA (or actually why UCLA chose her), how does she stay focused while missing her family and friends back home, and more. Also, what does the future hold for the young star? Is the NWSL in her plans? The 20-year old lets us in on all this and more. Don’t miss this exciting interview with one of women’s soccer biggest rising star! (24:20)
Read Patty’s article on Teagan in The Women’s Game.

Jovana Damnjanović
The Serbian footballer, Jovana Damnjanović, is back! Now playing for FC Bayern Munich in the German Frauen-Bundesliga, Jovana stops by to visit with Adam and chat all things Bayern, UEFA Women’s Champions League, and more.

The striker takes us into her life in Germany, how she’s helping to build the league in the Frauen-Bundesliga, what some of her goals are during the season, how beating VfL Wolfsburg is at the top of her list, and more. If you’re ready to get behind a player in the Frauen-Bundesliga, Jovana is that player! (46’)

Germany Update with Jana Lange
WWFShow friend and German sports Journalist Jana Lange is here to chat all things German football. Starting with the recent Women’s World Cup qualifying of the German Women’s National Team, the head coaching situation, the new-look midfield, VAR and more.

The 2018/19 Frauen-Bundesliga season is officially underway! Jana gets us up to date on the improvements at Bayern and Wolfsburg, players and teams we should watching, and more! Plus, how is the German Federation helping to grow the women’s game? Jana is here and ready to share!
Follow Jana on Twitter @jott_ell

PLUS…
NWSL Championship Final recap; NWSL season wrap-up; FAWSL update; USWNT CONCACAF roster update; and MORE!Photos Courtesy of: UCLABruins.com; Teagan Micah; DFB.de, Doppelpass-online.de, FCBayern.com

Original Broadcast Date: September 23, 2018

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Episode 124: Press, Rapinoe, Morgan, Ellis, Latsko, Gunn

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 124: Features interviews from U.S. Women’s National Team players Christen Press, Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan, and Head Coach Jill Ellis; Houston Dash forward Veronica Latsko; and Canterbury United Pride Head Coach Alana Gunn.

#USWNT
U.S. Women’s National Team recently faced China in two international friendlies and WWFShow was at the first match in Sandy, Utah. Patty catches up with striker Christen Press (before the big trade of course) and asks her thoughts on coming back with the national team, her recent experience in Sweden playing for Göteborg FC, World Cup musings and more! (6:19′)

We also explore the exceptional play of USA attacking midfielder Megan Rapinoe! Starting with soundbites from Jill Ellis (16:32) and Alex Morgan (17:29′) giving their expert assessment of Pinoe. Finally, we hear from the popular player herself in two interviews (pre-game and post-game)! Listen as Pinoe shares her secrets of success, how she changed her diet and fitness program after her recent ACL injury, and does she think she’s playing the best football of her career? Pinoe gives us the truth and nothing but the truth! Plus… just what does wearing the rainbow numbers on the back of her jersey mean to her? It’s all Pinoe and it’s all here! (18:33)

Head Coach Jill Ellis takes on the media in a mix zone conference. Listen in as Jill talks about everything from playing China to not playing Jaelene Hinkle and more! (12:12′)

Veronica Latsko
There’s no one single path to playing professional soccer and the journey is different for everyone. In this exclusive interview, Adam sits down with Houston Dash striker Veronica Latsko to talk about her soccer journey and the new heights she’s reaching in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). The University of Virginia standout had to wait until the third round and the 28th pick of the 2018 NWSL College Draft before she found out she would be playing for Vera Pauw’s Dash.

In this highly spirited conversation, Veronica gives us a glimpse into the draft-day experience, comparisons to the college game, and her quick rise to stardom in Houston. Plus, the Pittsburgh native talks about the growth of women’s soccer in her hometown, the fast pace of the pro leagues, and some of her toughest competitors. There’s no better time to get to know this rising star than right now and right here on WWFShow! (40:30)

Alana Gunn
The new Head Coach of Canterbury United Pride in the National Women’s League, Alana Gunn sits down with WWFShow New Zealand correspondent Helena Wiseman. Taking over the role as the league expands to two rounds this season, Alana looks forward to the new challenge before her. Listen in as Alana talks about the advantage of playing against boys teams, the importance of women coaches in the game, and the challenge of preparing the next generation of Football Ferns. If you’re new to the football scene in New Zealand, or just want an update on women’s soccer in NZ, this is the interview you need to listen in on! (01:14′). Learn more about Mainland Football Federation at MainlandFootball.com
Follow Helena Wisman on Twitter @HelenaWisman

Plus…

We look at the new FA Women’s Super League with trade and transfer news from Liverpool Ladies FC, Manchester City Women, Chelsea Women, and more!
A deep dive look into recent international friendlies and Women’s World Cup Qualifiers
U-17 CONCACAF Championships update
And what was New Zealand Head Coach Andreas Heraf thinking?
All this and MORE!

Photos Courtesy of: U.S. Soccer/Wazee digital; Patricia La Bella; ussoccer.com; HoustonDynamo.com; CoachinginChristchurch;

Original Broadcast Date: June 17, 2018

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Episode 110: Racheal Small, Emma Evans

Episode 110 of Women’s World Football Show features exclusive interviews with Scottish defender Racheal Small; Capital head coach Emma Evans; Statements from Sky Blue FC GM Tony Novo and new head coach Denise Reddy.

Rachael Small
Scottish international defensive midfielder Rachael Small stops by to chat about her experiences playing for the national team and her current club, Hibernian L.F.C. in the Scottish Women’s Premier League.

Rachael shares her soccer journey and reflects on some of her best memories of the past year with Hibernian, a side that is turning heads in the league. Women’s soccer is on the rise in Scotland and versatile players like Rachael are a good reason why. Don’t miss this awesome interview with the spirited footballer! (17:31’)

Emma Evans
Women’s World Football Show welcomes Emma Evans, New Zealand National Women’s League coach and Women’s Football Development Officer for Capital Football. The highly respected coach brings us up to date on the Capital, how they did during the season, the growth of the team and it’s future. Emma also shares with us her thoughts on women’s football in New Zealand and why it’s important for stars to promote the game within the community.

As the NWL grows and the quality of the game improves, the players coming out of the league are rising as well. Emma shares her experience with watching a few of the NWL players who have gone on to play with the Football Ferns. She also shares why the league’s improvement is setting the stage for the national team’s emergence on the world stage. It you’re interested in learning more about the NWL and women’s soccer in NZ, then you’ll want to hear Emma’s interview! (42:00’)

BREAKING…
Sky Blue FC officially announced the hiring of Denise Reddy their new head coach. Most recently an assistant coach with the Washington Spirit, Denise is a New Jersey native who has previously served as a head coach in three different countries. We hear a statement from Coach Reddy and introduction by Sky Blue FC GM Tony Novo.

PLUS…
Updates from NWSL and Westfield W-League; Recap of the 2017 Women’s College Cup Semifinals; the latest from Women’s World Cup Qualifiers and MORE!

Original Broadcast Date: December 3, 2017

Photos courtesy of: Scottish FA; Emma Evans

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Episode 101: Kadeisha Buchanan, Aimee Phillips

Episode 101 of Women’s World Football Show features exclusive interviews with Canada WNT defender Kadeisha Buchanan; New Zealand striker Aimee Phillips; and Hannah from Chelsea Ladies Fans website.

Kadeisha Buchanan is establishing herself as one of the best defenders in the women’s game, and at only 21 that’s quite an accomplishment! In this exclusive interview, the Toronto native discusses many of her recent successes, including becoming the first Canadian to hoist the UEFA Women’s Championship League trophy as a member of Olympique Lyonnais.

The 2015 FIFA Women’s World Cup Best Young Player Award recipient shares with us her changing role in Canada and how she’s preparing to be more of a leader on the team. Kadeisha also shares how her humble beginnings helped her to become the player and person she is today. Where does this young star go from here? The sky is the limit! (6:42′).

Aimee Phillips
New Zealand are a side that is a phase of transition and very much looking forward to the next World Cup. One of the up and coming players for the Football Ferns is striker Aimee Phillips. Recently, Aimee made the decision to put her teaching career on hold to train full time with the national team.

In this one-on-on interview, Aimee shares with us her life-changing decision and the factors that went into her choice. The 26-year old also tells us about making her debut in Brazil and her experience playing in the Cyprus Cup. The Football Ferns are stocked full of talented players, and Aimee Phillips definitely adds to that pool! (46:37′)

Chelsea Ladies Fans Website
Chelsea Ladies won the 2017 FAWSL Spring Series and nobody will have seen more of the team than Hannah Roberts, founder and editor of Chelsea Ladies Fans Website. Hannah chats with Adam about Chelsea’s success, the new signings, what it all means heading into the season proper that starts in September, and more! Also, updates on Crystal Dunn and Fran Kirby! Follow Hannah on Twitter @clfcfans. (31:00′)

PLUS…
WWFShow remembers former USWNT head coach Tony DiCicco, who passed away on June 19, 2017; Updates on NWSL and more!

Original Broadcast Date: June 25, 2017

Photo credits courtesy of: CanadaSoccer.com; NZFootball.co.nz

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