Episode 217: Sydney Schneider

On this episode, we welcome Jamaica Women’s National Team goalkeeper Sydney Schneider. We also hear from New Zealand Women’s National Team captain Ali Riley.

Do you have a ‘guilty pleasure’ team you’ll be rooting for in the 2023 Women’s World Cup? New Zealand, Costa Rica, South Africa, Republic of Ireland, Argentina, Haiti, or Jamaica? Whether or not they’re your country’s team, we still love rooting for the underdog – it’s what makes this game fun.

On this episode, we welcome fan-favorite goalkeeper Sydney Schneider! Listen in as Sydney shares her football journey, her experience as the go-to goalkeeper for everyone’s favorite underdog team, Jamaica Women’s National Team, and her experience playing for her current club team Sparta Prague in Fortuna Liga.

If you followed Sydney’s career from UNC Wilmington to the NWSL, you’ll want to catch up with her and find out what to expect this summer in Australia. If you don’t know much about the star goalkeeper for the Reggae Girlz, this is the interview for you! (14’)

Keeping in line with the underdog mentality, we hear from New Zealand captain Ali Riley as she discusses her Football Ferns and what they need to do to progress through a very tough group stage. Ali is always fun to hear from and never at a loss for words. (1:06’’)

Episode Links

Follow Sydney Schneider on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sydneyy_schneider

Follow Reggae Girlz on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/reggaegirlzfoundation

Follow and support the Reggae Girlz – https://reggaegirlzfoundation.com

Visit Upper V Athlete Management – https://www.uppervathletes.com/about

Visiting California, before you do, watch Patty’s YouTube Show Mission California – https://mission-california.com/

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Photo Courtesy of FIFA

Original Broadcast Date: May 14, 2023

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

Additional assistance for this episode by SSydney Schneider, Lenny Lun from Upper V Athlete Management, Ali Riley, and Lisa Goldberg from Angel City FC.

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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

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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.

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Episode 175: Denise O’Sullivan

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 175 features an exclusive interview with North Carolina Courage and Republic of Ireland Women’s National Team midfielder Denise O’Sullivan; plus soundbites from North Carolina defender Abby Erceg and head coach Paul Riley.

What happens when the king gets knocked off the throne? In the case of the NWSL champions North Carolina Courage, they get up, brush themselves off, and come back with a vengeance. Their unexpected departure from the 2020 NWSL Challenge Cup in the quarterfinals could be a pivotal moment in the history of the game – we’ve seen it before!

Back in 2017, when the Portland Thorns defeated the Courage in the NWSL Championship Final, the Courage vowed to come back and they did – winning the championship in 2018 and 2019. In fact, they only lost 6 games over the course of two seasons. On this episode we take a look at this very special team with the motor of the squad and 2-time team MVP, Irish international Denise O’Sullivan. We also hear from North Carolina captain Abby Erceg and head coach Paul Riley.

Denise O’Sullivan

Republic of Ireland midfielder Denise O’Sullivan is praised by the top head coaches in the game today as one of the best players in women’s soccer. Denise stops by to chat about her thoughts on the NWSL Challenge Cup, playing during a pandemic, her growing up days in Cork, the mentality of the Courage, and more.

We also discuss the upcoming UEFA Women’s EURO qualifiers, the chances of Ireland in the tournament, their new head coach Vera Pauw and much more. It’s an amazing time to be an Ireland fan and Denise is a big part of their success. Do not miss hearing from this exciting young star! (17′)

Follow Denise:

Twitter: @OSullivanDenise

Instagram: @deniseosullivan100

Paul Riley

North Carolina head coach Paul Riley talks about his scrappy midfielder Denise O’Sullivan and in the next segment discusses the game that knocked his team out of the 2020 NWSL Challenge Cup. Paul also shares his thoughts on the future of the team. (13′ and 46′)

Abby Erceg

The Kiwi defender and captain of the North Carolina Courage gives us her post-game thoughts on the team’s elimination in the tournament, the possible causes, a look toward the future of the team, and more. (45′)

Episode Links:

Read about the UEFA Women’s EUROS at https://www.uefa.com/womenseuro/

Listen to our exclusive interview with Abby Erceg in 2018 – Episode 125.

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Photo Courtesy of: North Carolina Courage

Original Broadcast Date: July 19, 2020

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Denise O’Sullivan, Morgan Brown, Megan Rogers, Mark Jones, NWSL

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

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Episode 143: Adrianna Franch, Leah Williamson

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 143 features exclusive interviews with U.S. WNT goalkeeper Adrianna Franch and England WNT midfielder Leah Williamson; Soundbites from U.S.WNT players Ashlyn Harris, Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe; and a look at Jamaica with CONCACAF expert and host of Futbol Ace podcast Ana DeSouza.

Also on the show, special reports on Algarve Cup, Cypress Cup, FFA Cup of Nations, and SheBelieves Cup; NWSL spring training; and an update on of the SSE Women’s FA Cup.

Adrianna Franch – A Women’s World Football Show exclusive interview with Portland Thorns FC and USWNT goalkeeper Adrianna Franch. WWFShow reporter Alana “AJ” Johnson caught up with the keeper at the SheBelieves Cup after Franch made her debut with the team. Franch talks about her first-cap experience, how her Portland teammates are her biggest fans, a secret talent revealed, and more! (9:40′)

Leah Williamson – AJ is back on the case in this exclusive interview with England and Arsenal midfielder Leah Williamson. The young footballer shares her experiences at SheBelieve, the possibility of going to the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup, and more! (14:56′)

Soundbites from:
Ashlyn Harris – AJ was in the mix zone with Orlando Pride/USWNT goalkeeper Ashlyn Harris before the Brazil match. The fan-fave shares her thoughts on playing for the USWNT in Florida in front of tons of family and friends, and playing with and against her Pride teammate Marta! (20:52′)
Alex Morgan – The star forward for USWNT talks to the media about the tournament, playing with and against Marta, and more. (25:43’)
Megan Rapinoe – Tough love language from Pinoe as she shares her thoughts on why she feels the team needs to get tougher, be better, and learn from mistakes. (27:36’)

Ana DeSouza – If you love following the Concacaf teams, you’re going to love hearing from Ana DeSouza. As the writer, producer & founder of the Futbol Ace website & podcast, Ana explores all the Concacaf women’s teams, players, and influencers. In this interview, Ana talks primarily about Jamaica, other Concacaf teams we should be watching, and much more. (40:48’)
Follow Ana on Twitter @ana_futbolace

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Photos/Logos Courtesy of: Portland Thorns FC; Arsenal Women FC
Soundbites from Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe courtesy of U.S. Soccer/Wazee Digital.

Original Broadcast Date: March 17, 2019

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

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Episode 142: Rebekah Stott, Leonne Stentler

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 142 features exclusive interviews with New Zealand Women’s National Team defender Rebekah Stott; former Netherlands defender Leonne Stentler; and an important discussion with Africa President of CONIFA, Justin Walley.

Also on the show, NWSL news and signings; Updates on SheBelieves Cup, Algarve Cup, Cypress Cup, and the inaugural Cup of Nations in Australia; and a recap of the Women’s Continental League Cup Final between Arsenal and Manchester City.

Rebekah Stott – A Women’s World Football Show exclusive interview with New Zealand Women’s National Team defender Rebekah Stott. The 3-time W-League Champion shares her experiences playing in leagues all over the world including her new team Avaldsnes, insights on playing for the Football Ferns, and more. (30′)
Follow Rebekah on Twitter @stotty_13.

Leonne Stentler – A fun and inspiring interview with former Dutch international Leonne Stentler. The former defender discusses highlights of her career, her inspirations, and what she is doing today to help change women’s sport and the world! (51′)
Follow Leonne on Twitter @lstent

Justin Walley – Justin Walley is back his new book “One Football. No Nets” and his new role as Africa President of the Confederation of Independent Football Associations (CONIFA), the international governing body for non-FIFA affiliated associations. (1:21’)
Follow Justin on Twitter @JustinWalley10.

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Photos/Logos Courtesy of: NZ Football Ferns

Original Broadcast Date: March 3, 2019

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

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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

Fade out music courtesy of Deedub

Original Broadcast Date: December 9, 2018

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

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Episode 128: Danielle Colaprico, Dean Davenport, Helena Wiseman

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 128: Features an exclusive interview with Chicago Red Stars midfielder Danielle Colaprico; Crystal Palace Ladies FC Manager Dean Davenport; and a special report on the New Zealand Women’s National Team with Helena Wiseman.

As one of the most hard-working players in women’s soccer today, Danielle Colaprico continues to be a driving force in the success of the Chicago Red Stars. The New Jersey native stops by to chat about her early days discovering the game, life as a professional athlete, why she just can’t stop being so positive, and so much more.

What was life like growing up in Freehold, NJ and why are kids crazy about soccer in the Garden State? Danielle let’s us in on her theory. Plus, the former NWSL Rookie of the Year gives us a glimpse into why her family has helped her to become the person she is today – on and off the pitch!

Danielle also give us exclusive insight on the Chicago Red Stars’ success and the teams’ mindset going into these crucial last weeks of the regular season. Will we see the Red Stars in the playoffs and once they’re there, how are they going to climb the hurdle of making it into the NWSL Championship Final? Is this the Red Stars year? Danielle gives us the inside scoop! Do not miss this funny, insightful, and honest interview with one of the NWSL’s most popular stars – Danielle Colaprico… from FREEHOLD! (48’)
Learn more about Stephanie McCaffrey’s charity Hidden Gems!

Dean Davenport
After months of uncertainty, Crystal Palace Ladies FC, have been awarded a place within the second tier of women’s football in England, The FA Women’s Championship, for the 2018-19 season. The team’s Manager Dean Davenport stops by to discuss the big changes on the horizon for the South-East London side, new signings, and what the supporters can expect in the coming season.

Dean also shares his thoughts on how the team will handle the new schedule, which includes longer travel and more training days. Despite the challenges, Davenport looks ahead to an exciting atmosphere and growth of the women’s game within the Crystal Palace football program. Take a listen and we’ll see you at Hayes Lane! (4’)
Follow the the team on Twitter @PalaceLadiesFC #cplfc

Football Ferns Fallout
It’s rough times right now for New Zealand Women’s National Team. After the departure of the much-maligned Head Coach Andreas Heraf and his unbelievable reaction to a 3-1 loss to Japan, the Football Ferns are in a bit of tailspin. So, to explain it all to us is Women’s World Football Show correspondent, blogger, and footballer Helena Wiseman. What’s next for the Ferns? Will their next head coach come from within or will they have to search outside of NZ? And what of the bizarre comments from others within the NZ Football Federation? Where are the strong female Kiwi voices in all this? So many questions and so much time to listen to Helena’s expert analysis! If you love the Football Ferns as much as we do and want to know what’s up, you’ll want to listen to this segment! (1-hour, 16’)
Check out the website InTheBackOf.net
And read Ella Reilly’s article on the Football Ferns.

PLUS…
U20 Women’s World Cup update; Tournament of Nations Recap; NWSL and WSL news; W-League update; AND MORE!!

Photos Courtesy of: Chicago Red Stars, Crystal Palace LFC, Harvardton

Original Broadcast Date: August 11, 2018

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

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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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Episode 2: Tom Sermanni, Christen Press, Girls on the Ball

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 2 features interviews with USWNT forward Christen Press and Head Coach Tom Sermanni; plus Rachel and Sophie from Girls on the Balls.

Patty is in San Fransisco to cover U.S. Women’s National Team vs. New Zealand and chats with USA striker Christen Press and Head Coach Tom Sermanni.

In an exclusive interview, Adam chats about the FAWSL and Lionesses with Rachel and Sophie from Girls on the Ball.

Also, we have a complete rundown of Champions League play, international friendlies and Women’s World Cup qualifiers.

Gearing up for Canada in 2015, we start with a Canada Player Profile: Christine Sinclair

Original Broadcast Date: November 3, 2013