Episode 165: Lianne Sanderson, Ashley Nick, Scott Juniper

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 165 is a bonus mini-episode spotlighting iSaw Soccer Foundation. Featuring interviews with professional soccer players Lianne Sanderson, Ashley Nick, and head coach Scott Juniper.

“Necessity is the mother of invention.” Nowhere is this more true than in the world of women’s soccer, and established by the newly-formed iSaw Soccer Foundation.

Lianne Sanderson and Ashley Nick

England international Lianne Sanderson and American soccer star Ashley Nick discuss their new venture as General Managers of the iSaw Soccer team. Listen to their story of how Southern California investor Nick Diaz tapped them to be at the forefront of this inventive strategy to help grow and sustain women’s professional soccer in the state and beyond.

Lianne and Ashley share their thoughts on iSaw Soccer – what it is, why it’s important, how we as fans can help, and more. In this exclusive interview with the game’s biggest advocates, Lianne and Ashley give us hope that there are people out there actually doing something to help grow the women’s game and sustain it for the future. (6’)

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Follow Lianne Sanderson on Twitter @liannesanderson

Follow Ashley Nick on Twitter @missashleynick

Scott Juniper

Another old friend of the show Head Coach Scott Juniper chats with us after the inaugural iSaw Soccer match at the Great Park OC in Irvine, CA. How did the UCI coach get involved wih iSaw, what are the challenges of coaching a team full of soccer super stars, how will change women’s soccer all over the world? Scott gives us the inside scoop! (34′)

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Ashley Nick on Episode 25 (Aired: Sept. 22, 2014)

Lianne Sanderson on Episode 56 (Aired: Sept. 21, 2015)

Meg Crosson on Episode 84 (Aired: Oct. 31, 2016)

Scott Juniper on Episode 130 (Sept. 10, 2018)

Ashley Nick on Episode 135 (Aired Nov. 25, 2018)

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Photos Courtesy of: iSawSoccer.com

Original Broadcast Date: February 20, 2020

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Lianne Sanderson, Ashley Nick, Joe Gutierrez, Nick Diaz, Jackie Gutierrez

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Episode 56: Lianne Sanderson, Carlyn Baldwin, Cheryl Downes

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 56 features an exclusive interview with England striker Lianne Sanderson; University of Tennessee midfielder Carlyn Baldwin; and an Australia update with sportswriter Cheryl Downes.

Women’s World Football Show welcomes England striker Lianne Sanderson! As one of the more charismatic footballers in the women’s game, Lianne shows us why she is a fan favorite on multiple continents.

The 2015 Women’s World Cup bronze medalist takes us on a journey from her youth growing up in Watford, England to becoming one of the most recognizable players in the game today. Through hard work, determination and the love and support of her family, friends and fans, Lianne has shown that anything is possible if you surround yourself with good people and most of all, believe in yourself above all others.

As the latest member of Portland Thorns FC in the NWSL, the fiery striker tells us why she’s excited to be playing for the most popular team in the league and why she feels at her best with the rose on her chest.

True to her spirit, Lianne is open, honest and genuine, revealing why she continues to be a positive role model in sport and in life. For anyone who has ever been singled out for being different or been unfairly treated, Lianne has been there and gives us honest insight on how she overcame adversity and achieved success at the highest level.

The Striking Matildas & W-League Preview
There’s a lot of bad blood brewing between The Matildas and the Football Federation Australia and Cheryl Downes from The Women’s Game is here to sort it all out for us. Just what are the Aussie’s striking for and is there a resolution in sight? We’ll find out. Also, the W-League is gearing up for another exciting season. Join us for Part 1 of a 2-Part preview of the upcoming season. To kick off the series, Patty and Cheryl discuss Adelaide United, Brisbane Roar, Canberra United, & the new team Melbourne City FC.

NWSL
As we head into the 2015 NWSL postseason, Patty and Adam dissect the playoff race with in-depth analysis of Seattle Reign FC vs. Washington Spirit and FC Kansas City vs. Chicago Red Stars. Who were the heroes and who were the zeros? We’ll give you the scoop and also a peek into the upcoming NWSL Finals.

College Countdown
Adam is back at it with a look at the NCAA women’s college Top 10 rankings. Also, AJ “Postgame Gator” Johnson is back with another awesome interview. This week, we welcome University of Tennessee midfielder Carlyn Baldwin. Don’t miss this AJ classic!

Plus…
FAWSL and FA Cup updates, Bundesliga recaps, and the USA vs. Haiti debacle. And just how many proper English words can American’s ~~screw~~ spice up? Quite a few apparently. All this & More!!

Fade Out Music by Taylor Swift.

Original Broadcast Date: September 20, 2015

Episode 14: CoCo Goodson, Solo, Lloyd, Stokes, Sanderson

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 14 features an exclusive interview with Sky Blue FC defender CoCo Goodson; Plus sound bites with USWNT stars Sydney Leroux, Hope Solo, Carli Lloyd & interim head coach, Jill Ellis; and press conference conversations with Lionesses head coach Mark Sampson and players Demi Stokes and Lianne Sanderson.

Women’s World Football Show celebrates the opening of the NWSL season with special guest – Sky Blue FC defender (& former Anteater), CoCo Goodson!

Big changes on the horizon for the US Women’s National Team as Patty & Adam debate the sacking of head coach Tom Sermanni. We’ll have reactions from Sydney Leroux, Hope Solo, Carli Lloyd & interim coach, Jill Ellis. Also a lot of nothing from US Soccer president, Sunil Gulati.

It’s a new dawn in Europe as qualifiers get underway for WWC2015. Adam elbowed his way into the England press conference & got a few sound bites from head coach Mark Sampson & players Demi Stokes & Lianne Sanderson.

The NWSL kicks off a new season with a few changes and a new team. Adam gives his predictions & Patty tells you why he’s wrong.

Adam gives us his reviews & previews on the FA Cup & Patty reviews the new US Soccer home kit.

Don’t blink or you might miss something… & you wouldn’t want to be blindsided!

Original Broadcast Date: April 12, 2014