Episode 145: Stephanie Labbé

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 145 features an exclusive interview with Canadian Women’s National Team and North Carolina Courage Goalkeeper Stephanie Labbé. Plus, Canadian sports journalist and broadcaster Sandra Prusina.

Stephanie Labbé

Alberta native Stephanie Labbé was an active kid who played hockey in a boys league and grew up to be a world class goalkeeper with the Canadian Women’s National Team. However, as we know, Steph Labbé is more than that. She is a talented writer, businesswoman, and mental health advocate who has opened the doors of conversation on some of the most important topics facing young people today.

As the newest member of the North Carolina Courage, Steph gives us an inside look at her journey back to the NWSL, what its like to be the ‘new kid on the block’ in North Carolina, Canada’s chances at the 2019 Women’s World Cup, and more. (7:35′)
Follow Steph on Twitter @stephlabbe1
Visit Steph’s website at StephLabbe.com
Check out the Project Athlete website
Project Athlete on: Twitter @gearbyproject & on Instagram @gearbyproject
Read Steph’s article on her time with the Calgary Foothills men’s team in the Players Tribune.

Sandra Prusina

Canadian sports journalist, news anchor and broadcaster Sandra Prusina stops by to share her thoughts on the importance of Stephanie Labbé to women’s soccer and sports in general. Plus, a look at Canada’s journey to the 2019 Women’s World Cup, the incoming youngsters, and the final chapter on the veteran players. And in a special discussion, Sandra explains the recent demise of the Canadian Women’s’ Hockey League. Not soccer, but still very relevant to our lives as fans and supporters of women’s sports.
Follow Sandra on Twitter @sprusina
Keep up with Sandra’s articles at SportsNet.ca

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Original Broadcast Date: May 5, 2019

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Episode 82: Amy Harrison, Lisa De Vanna, Danielle Carter, Lindsey Horan, Morgan Brian

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 82 features exclusive interviews with Aussie defender Amy Harrison; Aussie striker Lisa DeVanna; England striker Danielle Carter; plus, USA stars Lindsey Horan and Morgan Brian.

Women’s World Football Show welcomes not one, but two Mighty Matildas. First up is one of Australia’s brightest young prospects Amy Harrison. Adam sits down with the young defender to talk about her pro football journey, her early years, playing along side her idol, what it feels like to pull on the gold shirt of the Matildas, and more!

Despite suffering a dreadful injury in December of 2015, Amy is well on the way to recovery. In this insightful interview Amy talks about her road back to full fitness and her hopes for the up coming W-League season with Sydney FC, one of the most successful clubs in the W-League.

Lisa De Vanna
One name that crosses continents is none other that the irrepressible Lisa De Vanna. The speedy striker recently signed with the Orlando Pride in the NWSL and our corespondent from Women’s Soccer Weekly, Michelle Stile caught up with Lisa to chat about her career, her new role as ‘Leader,’ and what really brought her back to the NWSL. Plus, what’s changed for Lisa since we last saw her? If you are any kind of women’s footie fan, you do not want to miss this exclusive with one of the biggest names in the game!

England vs. Estonia
Danielle Carter makes it two hat-tricks in two international appearances as England thrash Estonia 5-0 to go top of their Euro 2017 qualifying group. Our own Adam Barlow was on the scene and brings us a full report, plus interviews with Danielle Carter and Estonia manager Keith Boanas.

USA Friendlies
The USA women played two friendlies in September, first against Thailand in Ohio and then, they met the Netherlands in Georgia. There’s a wave of young blood pulsing through this team and our correspondent Michelle Stile was on hand at the Georgia Dome to talk a couple young bloods, Lindsey Horan and Morgan Brian!

FAWSL
Manchester City won the Women’s Super League title for the first time, with a 2-0 victory over Chelsea Ladies confirming them as champions. Adam breaks down the match and gives us a look into the future of the FAWSL

NWSL
The National Women’s Soccer League post-season is set and Patty brings us up to speed on all the details. Plus we take a look at the last days of the 2016 regular season and hear from superstar striker Alex Morgan!

Malta
As the Euro 2017 qualifying competition comes to a close we take a look at one of the smaller countries to take part. Malta may be a small nation but this won’t stop them from developing woman’s football in the region. Maltese Journalist Ginaluca Lia is following the women’s game closely in his country and updates us on the domestic league, the National Team and the challenges the game faces on a whole. Join us as we spotlight women’s football in the beautiful country of Malta!

Plus…
Tons of outtakes!

Fade Out Music by Colin Hay

Original Broadcast Date: Sept. 25, 2016

Photo credits courtesy of: LisaDeVanna11.com; ussoccer.com; Stefan Postles/Getty Images (Harrison); Morgan Brian; Orlando Pride.

Episode 55: Lisa Evans

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 55 features an exclusive interview with Scotland striker Lisa Evans; Soundbites from NWSL stars Christen Press, Ella Masar, Meghan Klingenberg and Morgan Brian; a Frauen-Bundesliga report with German sportswriter Jana Lange; Steel City FC Coaches Betsy Warren and Anita Rodriguez, and players Laura Saussol and Amy Vinopal.

Women’s World Football Show welcomes Scotland national team forward Lisa Evans. From her days in the Scottish Women’s Premier League to the German Frauen-Bundesliga, Lisa has traveled a long and winding road through women’s football success and she takes us along every twist and turn.

As a youngster, Lisa left her home playing for Glasgow City to travel to Germany to play for Turbine Potsdam. The affable young star tells us how she learned to adjust to a new culture and a new language.

Lisa also gives us the scoop on her recent 3-year contract with Turbine’s rival, FC Bayern Munich. And Adam gets her to tell us who she considers the best player she’s ever played against. You’ll be surprised at that one. If you love Scotland, Germany and women’s soccer (and we know you do) – You’ll love Lisa’s story!

Frauen-Bundesliga Preview, Part 2
In this second part of our two-part series on the 2015 Frauen-Bundesliga season, Adam and our German correspondent Jana Lange discuss the German league’s Top 4 teams – FFC Turbine Potsdam, FFC Frankfurt, FC Bayern Munich and VfL Wolfsburg. Adam and Jana go over the rosters, recent transfers, injuries and each teams’ chances on winning the crown. You can’t follow the league until you listen to this preview show. It will sure to have you singing Ein Prosit and cheering “Wunderbar!”

NWSL
The 2015 NWSL season has wrapped up and our very own AJ “Postgame Gator” Johnson was at Chicago Red Stars vs. Houston Dash match for the last game of the regular season. And as usual, AJ came back with a slew of first-rate soundbites from Chicago’s Christen Press and Houston’s Ella Masar, Meghan Klingenberg and Morgan Brian.

Don’t blame us for these pictures.

Steel City FC
On his recent trip to the States, our “Man on the Go” Adam (and “Beaver on the Go”) traveled to Pittsburgh to visit WPSL debutantes Steel City FC. We hear how the team is progressing and strides for the future from Coaches Betsy Warren and Anita Rodriguez, All-Star goalkeeper Laura Saussol, and star striker Amy Vinopal.

Plus…
FAWSL 1&2 updates, NWSL semifinals preview, 2015 All-Africa Games info, NCAA rankings and More!

Fade Out Music by Sleater-Kinney.

Original Broadcast Date: September 6, 2015

Episode 38: Lesle Gallimore, Rory Dames

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 38 features 2015 NWSL College Draft special with University of Washington Head Coach Lesle Gallimore an Chicago Red Stars Head Coach Rory Dames.

Coach Lesle Gallimore
The legendary coach takes us behind-the-scenes at the 2015 NWSL College Draft with insights on the draft process, as well as the rookie players we should be watching. Plus the coach shares her views on the NWSL, why there aren’t more women pro coaches in the league, and what she’s doing to help change that. This is a rare opportunity to pick the brain of one of the most respected coaches in the women’s game today, so don’t skip class! #GoHuskies

Coach Rory Dames
The Chicago Red Stars have made a clinic out of the NWSL college draft over the past few years, so there’s no better coach to talk to on the subject than the professor himself. Not only does the Illinois native give us intriguing insights into his winning formula, he also gives us a glimpse into his journey into pro coaching, what he looks for in players and his thoughts on the upcoming season. Take off your dunce cap and prepare to get schooled!

Team-By-Team Analysis
If you’re like us and you can’t wait for the 2015 season to start, this special will definitely satisfy your NWSL cravings. Your dutiful hosts comb through each team with precision and detail. Who did your favorite team lose and who did they gain? What are their strengths? And who did your team pick up in the college draft? Get off Google because we’ve done all the research for you.

In Memoriam
A special WWFShow tribute and a tip-of-the-cap (if you’re wearing one) to those players who have hung up their boots and said farewell to The Beautiful Game.

Plus…
All this and a few Yaaaays, a timely Drumroll, a bittersweet Schmidt-Bit, and of course plenty of laughs! So, put in your earplugs and tune out the rest of the non-soccer world.

And Remember…
With the help from the players and the fans, the NWSL is still standing, still climbing… even when the rest have fallen!

Fade-out music by Mikky Ekko