Women’s World Football Show, Episode 151 spotlights the NWSL with an exclusive featured interview with Jen Hoy of Sky Blue FC; exclusives with Chloe Logarzo of Washington Spirit and Haley Kopmeyer of Orlando Pride; and soundbites from Megan Rapinoe and Allie Long of Reign FC.
In the wake of the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup, the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL), has seen a sizable increase in match attendances. On this episode we take a deep dive into to the league. Join us as we explore where the league has been, where its going and how to grow it even further – all through the eyes of many of the players.
Jen Hoy
If you’ve followed the NWSL in just the slightest degree over the past 7 years, you know the name Jen Hoy. She’s been an intricate part of the league since its inception in 2013. After a stellar career at Princeton University, Jen was selected in the 4th Round of the inaugural 2013 NWSL College Draft by the Chicago Red Stars. Jen made an immediate impact in the league with her hard work, speed and flair for dramatic goals.
From the outside looking in, Jen Hoy’s career path seems conventional. However, in this candid interview, Jen shares her unlikely journey that resulted in a remarkable career in women’s professional soccer. This is the story of an Ivy League economic major didn’t fit into the world of finance, but thrived on the soccer pitch. This is Jen Hoy! (13′)
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Haley Kopmeyer
Alana “AJ” Johnson meets up with Orlando Pride goalkeeper Haley Kopmeyer in this entertaining interview, to chat about the differences between the NWSL and Australia’s W-League, the switch from Seattle to Orlando, her talents away from soccer and more. (50′)
Chloe Logarzo
AJ also catches up with Washington Spirit and Australian midfielder Chloe Logarzo, who shares her unique football journey, her thoughts on the NWSL and more. (54′)
Listen to a more in-depth interview with Chloe from Episode 127 of Women’s World Football Show and read Patty’s article on this interesting Aussie in The Women’s Game.
Allie Long and Megan Rapinoe
How do we keep the post-Women’s World Cup buzz from dying? USWNT players Allie Long and Megan Rapinoe have a few ideas. We hear from these influential players, courtesy of Reign FC. (59′)
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Photo Courtesy of: Sky Blue FC
Original Broadcast Date: July 28, 2019
Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited & produced by Patty La Bella.
Additional assistance for this episode by Alana “AJ” Johnson, Nichole Paolino (Sky Blue FC), Jackie Maynard (Orlando Pride), press conference soundbites courtesy of Reign FC.
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College Matildas
New Zealand Women’s National Team drops by to chat about the winning formula of the Courage, what makes the team so special, why she feels at home in North Carolina, and more!
Nando Vila
Marie Roberts worked on the books and is here to talk about them, in particular 
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)
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.
Alana Gunn
fact, Jim is the only person to have coached in every season that there’s been a professional women’s league in the United States. Today, everyone is talking about his Spirit team and with good reason. Touting future stars such as Mallory Pugh, Andi Sullivan, Rose Lavelle, Ashley Hatch, Rebecca Quinn and more, the Spirit’s spotlight is turned on high. How does Jim feel about the attention and is it changing his coaching style? Also, how does he coach a natural talent like Pugh? And out of all the young talent on the team, why did he decide to build his team around Sullivan?… or did he? Jim give us candid answers.
Plus, we can’t have Jim here without asking about his razzmatazz playing days with the LA Lasers and of course those Washington Warthogs of the CISL!! Jim shares some of his most fondest memories – the fanfare, the glitz and of course Kristine Lilly! If you’re not a member of the Spirit Squadron, you’ll become a card-carrying member after this interview! Guaranteed! (6:20’)
Chioma Ubogagu