Episode 119: Katja Snoeijs, Phil Neville, Jayne Ludlow, John Halloran, Karen Valenzuela

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 119: Features interviews with VV Alkmaar striker Katja Snoeijs; soundbites from England manager Phil Neville; Wales manager Jayne Ludlow; Chicago sportswriter John Halloran; and Seattle Reign pundit Karen Valenzuela.

Coming off an excellent year in the Eredivisie Vrouwen (the professional women’s football league in the Netherlands), Katja Snoeijs is picking up where she left off. Last season Katja led the Dutch league with most goals scored and is on pace to have another record-breaking season. Adam sits down with the young VV Alkmaar striker to chat about her recent successes, how she got where she is today and what the future looks like.

Katja continues to turn heads in the Netherlands, with a call up to the national team squad during Algarve and receiving multiple awards along the way. Do not miss this interview with one of the rising stars in the Dutch game today! (24:54’)
Follow Katja on Twitter @Ksnoeijs

England vs Wales
Adam took a trip to Southampton for the Women’s World Cup Qualifier between England and Wales. Don’t let the 0-0 score fool you… this was a feisty affair with a huge crowd and Adam breaks it all down. We hear what Welsh Head Coach and Arsenal legend Jayne Ludlow has to say about her team’s form and why a draw against FIFA ranked #2 England feels like a victory. (6:40’)

We also hear from England gaffer Phil Neville post game as he explains why he’s still proud of his team despite the score. This is a very thoughtful and in-depth presser with subjects spanning from this match, his philosophy on the short corner, SheBelieves and more. (9′)

NWSL Previews, Pt. 2
In this edition of Women’s World Football Show’s National Women’s Soccer League’s preview, we take a close look at the Chicago Red Stars and Seattle Reign FC. First up, Chicago sportswriter John Halloran puts Rory Dames’ team under the microscope. How is Sam Kerr going to shake up the team? Why are the Red Stars better without Christen Press? And Why is the 2018 squad stronger than last year? John gives it to us unafraid and unfiltered!! (52’)
Read John’s NWSL preview in American Soccer Now.
Follow John on Twitter @JohnDHalloran

Then, we jump on the Reign Train with WWFShow correspondent and Seattle Reign FC pundit Karen Valenzuela. The Reign has made some major adjustments in the off-season, but is it enough to get them that elusive NWSL Championship crown? Karen takes us through some of the important changes including the big trade that sent away fan favorites Christine Nairn, Carson Pickett and Haley Kopmeyer. (01:11’)
Follow Karen on Twitter @VictoriaNoir89
Catch From the Stands YouTube show.Follow on Twitter @FTS_Woso.

AND…
WWFShow hosts answer these burning questions:
How did USA dominate over Mexico?
Is this Mexico squad ready for CONCACAF?
What’s with the new USA kits?
Is it OK for Mexico Head Coach Roberto Medina to pat his players on the head?
Plus so much MORE!

Photos courtesy of: vrouwenvoetbalnieuws.nl; Katja Snoeijs; NWSLSoccer.com

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Episode 118: Barnes, Andonovski, Pickett, Sermanni, Leroux, Zadorsky, Harvey

Episode 118: National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) season 6 is here and Women’s World Football Show features interviews with Seattle Reign FC Defender Lauren Barnes and Head Coach Vlatko Andonovski; Orlando Pride Defender Carson Pickett; Double G Sports reporter Jayson Love; soundbites from the Orlando Pride’s Tom Sermanni, Sydney Leroux, Shelina Zadorsky, and from Utah Royals FC Head Coach Laura Harvey.

2018 NWSL Report

The sixth season of the NWSL has kicked off and Women’s World Football Show is packed with exclusive interviews and soundbites. First up, we hear from Seattle Reign FC Head Coach Vlatko Andonovski and star defender Lauren Barnes as they prepare for the season. The team recently played UCLA in a pre-season scrimmage in Southern California and Patty was there to record all the action. How is Vlatko preparing his team, what are his thoughts on the city and what does the future look like? He gives us the scoop. Plus we hear from SoCal native Barnes about her new coach and her recent experience playing and coaching in California. (Vlatko Andonovski 3:38′; Lauren Barnes 6:47′)

WWFShow post-game reporter Alana “AJ” Johnson returned to Orlando for the opening match against Utah Royals FC. Listen to AJ’s exclusive interview with new Pride defender and former Florida State Seminole Carson Pickett. Fresh off of a successful campaign at Brisbane Roar in the Westfield W-League, Carson chats with AJ about coming back home to play in Florida, her W-League experience and more! Plus, AJ brings us interesting soundbites from Orlando Pride Head Coach Tom Sermanni and members of his team Sydney Leroux, Defender Shelina Zadorsky. Plus, what happened with that ‘face interference’ call? We hear from Utah Royals FC Head Coach Laura Harvey on the controversial call that may have cost the her team 3 points. (Laura Harvey 28:33′; Sydney Leroux 30:50’; Shelina Zadorsky 32:10’; Carson Pickett 34:03’)

Sky Blue FC Report
Starting the 2017 NWSL season with a bye, Adam thought he’d give some ‘love’ to the New Jersey side by welcoming Double G Sports soccer writer Jayson Love to the show. Jayson gives us insight on this new-look Sky Blue squad with in-depth analysis. As a team in transition, how does SBFC match up in a league that’s fast and physical and packed with international stars? Adam and Jayson break it all down. (46:14′)
Follow Double G Sports on Twitter @DoubleGSports

Kenya
Yes, you read it right (we’re here for you World!). Recently the podcast duo of Oz and King took a trip to Kenya to explore the football culture in that country. Patty catches up with the guys to chat about their experience and observations of women’s football in Kenya. Don’t miss this exciting and interesting conversation as we delve into the depths of women’s soccer in this mysterious African country. (1:22:00)
Follow Oz and King on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
Check out their first episode for the Kenya trip on their website.
Check out these other exciting Oz and King episodes:
Pia Sundhage Interview.
Victoria Sandell Svensson Interview.

Plus…
Adam chats about the impact of Manchester United’s entering of the FAWSL and gives us an update on FAWSL 1&2; The Christen Press saga continues; An in-depth look at upcoming 2018 CONCACAF Women’s Championship, CONCACAF Caribbean Women’s Qualifiers and CONCACAF Central America Women’s Qualifiers; Patty and Adam give their NWSL predictions; and MORE!!

Photos courtesy of: NWSL; Seattle Reign FC; Orlando Pride; Oz and King; Patricia La Bella

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Episode 111: Vera Pauw

Episode 111 of Women’s World Football Show features an exclusive interview Houston Dash new Head Coach Vera Pauw; and a look at the 2017 women’s college season with sports journalist Celia Balf of FanSided.

Vera Pauw
There’s a new head coach in Houston and she goes by the name of Vera Pauw! The celebrated head coach gives us deep insight on how she signed with Houston, and why now? Never one to shy away from a challenge, Vera shares her journey to Houston; her assessment of the players and some of the things she’s doing right now to help turn the Dash around in 2018.

After bringing the South Africa National Team to the Rio Olympics in 2016 and changing a few lives along the way, Coach Pauw decided it was time to turn the team over to the coaches she helped train. But with Dash midfielder and Banyana-Banyana captain Janine Van Wyk, along with friend Anson Dorrance urging her to come to Texas, it was hard to turn away from this next challenging opportunity. As always, Coach Pauw is candid, forthright and funny, so catch this very special WWFShow interview! (7:30’)

NCAA College Cup report with Celia Balf
Sports journalist from FanSided and former Div 1 women’s soccer player Celia Balf stops by to chat about the 2017 NCAA Div l College Cup Final and the 2017 women’s soccer season. The Stanford Cardinal met their foes from down south, UCLA for what turned out to be a barn-burner ending. Celia, who has a weekly soccer column at FanSided online magazine, breaks down the final match for us.

Also, Celia is on hand to help guide us through the past college season, the future of the college game, some of the collegiate players we should be watching during the upcoming 2018 NWSL College Draft, and more. (40:00’)
Follow Celia on Twitter @celiabalf
Read Celia’s articles on FanSided!

PLUS…
Just when you thought it was safe… The Hope Solo theme song is back & for good reason. Patty and Adam go over the storied goalkeeper’s bid for nomination to be the next President of U.S. Soccer Federation. Is she ready to be taken serious or is it just another way to get attention. We do a deep dive into this bazaar turn of events.

AND…
Detailed updates from the Westfield W-League, Frauen Bundesliga and National Women’s League New Zealand. Also, the latest off-season news from the NWSL; and MORE!

Original Broadcast Date: December 17, 2017

Photos courtesy of: Celia Balf; SAFA.net;

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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 17: Rachel Daly, Tracey Kevins, Cheryl Downes

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 17 features exclusive interviews with L.A. Blues and England striker Rachel Daly and Technical Director Tracey Kevins; plus an update on the Australia Women’s National Team with Aussie sports journalist Cheryl Downes.

Women’s World Football Show spans the globe from L.A. to Australia to bring you all the latest league news and updates on national teams from every corner of the world! (That’s just not a tagline!).

On this week’s show Adam chats up Aussie sports journalist, Cheryl Downes. Find out how The Matildas did in the latest Women’s World Cup 2015 qualifiers and which Sheilas should we be watching.

On the other side of the planet, Patty visits the USL W-League’s top team, the L.A. Blues and braves the L.A. winds to talk with Blue’s defender and England Women’s National Team player, Rachel Daly and Technical Director, Tracey Kevins.

Plus a look at the Arsenal Ladies FC coaching situation, The Caribbean Football Union’s CONCACF qualifiers and all the latest in NWSL and FAWSL happenings.

But first, a word from some very loud crows!

Original Broadcast Date: June 1, 2014

Episode 15: Danielle Grote

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 15 features a Washington Spirit update with sports writer Danielle Grote; plus league updates on FAWSL and NWSL.

This week’s episode focuses on league play, as Patty and Adam update all the current NWSL and FAWSL happenings. Also a quick preview of the upcoming UEFA Champions League final between Tyreso and Wolfsburg.

Adam puts his English spin on the Washington Spirit and chats with sports writer, Danielle Grote. And surprisingly she can understand him!

Break out your fangirl and fanboy signs for our latest contest! Adam has drawn up one and you’ll never guess who he’s dedicated his to… oh who are we kidding, of course you do!

Original Broadcast Date: May 3, 2014

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

Episode 13: Becky Hill

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 13 features an exclusive interview with Hasland CFC Ladies defender Becky Hill; Plus, a coaches profile on Canada head coach John Herdman.

Another thrilling episode!

Updates on NWSL pre-season, Champion’s League updates, and FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup is in full swing!

Adam chats with Becky Hill of Hasland Ladies CFC & Patty learns how to use Google Earth.

Plus the Canadian Player Coaches Profile is on the irrepressible John Herdman!

Original Broadcast Date: March 30, 2014

Episode 12: Sophie Schmidt, Jill Scott, Desiree Scott

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 12 features exclusive interviews with: Canada Women’s National Team midfielder Sophie Schmidt and defender Desiree Scott; and England manager Mark Sampson and striker Jill Scott.

Patty and Adam mark the official opening of women’s football season with recaps of the 2014 edition of Algarve and Cyprus Cups.

We take a deep dive into USA, Japan, Sweden and the newly crowned Algarve Cup champs, Germany.

If you think it’s surprising that Cyprus actually let Adam onto their beautiful island, it should really amaze you that England and Canada allowed him to interview their players and coaches.

Giving us the Sounds of Cyprus, Adam brings us exclusives with England midfielder, Jill Scott and head coach Mark Sampson. Plus Adam asks Desiree Scott about her move to Notts County Ladies. And, in an interview you don’t want to miss, our roving reporter chats with Sophie Schmidt. You can actually hear him gush!

It’s only fitting that our Canadian Player Profile falls on “The Destroyer” Des Scott!

Original Broadcast Date: March 15, 2014

Episode 11: Jamie Goldberg

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 11 features an exclusive interview with Oregonian sports journalist Jamie Goldberg; plus previews on Algarve Cup and Cyprus Cup.

Oregon sports journalist Jamie Goldberg updates us on the Portland Thorns FC – the players we should watch and the promising season.

Patty & Adam preview the upcoming Algarve and Cyprus Cups. Patty gives her Algarve predictions and Adam explains what makes a rude party guest.

Also, the top youth national teams are gearing up for the upcoming FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup in Costa Rica. Why is Japan so dangerous? And just how far will England, Canada, and Mexico go?! Of course we can’t forget the old-timers participating in the Under-20 Women’s World Cup! We’ll take a look at the groups.

Original Broadcast Date: March 2, 2014