Episode 207: Sofia Jakobsson, Casey Stoney, Alex Morgan

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 207 – Exclusive interview with Sofia Jakobsson, Sweden and San Diego FC forward; Plus soundbites from San Diego Wave Head Coash Casey Stoney, forward Alex Morgan, and Jaedyn Shaw

Recorded from London, England! On this episode we celebrate how we want with a look at the extraordinary inaugural season of the San Diego Wave FC in the NWSL. We’re thrilled to feature an exclusive interview with San Diego and Sweden star striker (and Women’s World Cup hero!) Sofia Jakobsson.

Sofia Jakobsson
Sweden international and San Diego Wave FC striker Sofia Jakobsson stops by to share her football story and it’s a good one!

As one of the game’s most experienced players, Sofia has played in leagues all over the world, including Sweden, England, Germany, France, and Russia. Now, she’s taken on the USA as a member of the surprising San Diego Wave FC. Listen in as we get to know this brilliant star as she embarks on her fourth Women’s World Cup in 2023.

You’ll love getting to know Sofia a little better and root for her along the way. (23’)

Alex Morgan, Casey Stoney, Jaedyn Shaw
We’re taking a look at the San Diego Wave FC in their inaugural season (can you tell?), with soundbites from USWNT star Alex Morgan, Head Coach Casey Stoney, and USWNT U20 midfielder Jaedyn Shaw. All talking about the success of the team this season, the veteran influence, and more. Plus Coach Stoney gives us an insight on what makes Sofia Jakobsson a valuable asset to the team.

U17 Women’s World Cup
A brief recap of the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup group and quarterfinal actions.

Episode Links:

Sofia Jacobsson profile – https://sandiegowavefc.com/player/sofia-jakobsson/

Sofia’s World Cup goal vs. Germany – https://www.fifa.com/tournaments/womens/womensworldcup/france2019/news/jakobsson-helps-sweden-break-the-spell

Follow Sofia on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/sofiajakobsson/

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup news – https://www.fifa.com/fifaplus/en/tournaments/womens/u17womensworldcup/india2022

Catch Patty’s new YouTube Show Mission California – https://mission-california.com/

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Photo Courtesy of San Diego Wave FC

Original Broadcast Date: October 22, 2022

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Sofia Jakobsson, Bernadette O’Donnell (San Diego Wave FC).

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

Women’s World Football Show® is a registered trademark and its audio and logo cannot be used without expressed written authorization.

Episode 203: Imani Dorsey, Scott Parkinson, Alex Morgan, Erceg, Pickett

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 203 – Imani Dorsey Scott Parkinson, Alex Morgan, Abby Erceg, Carson Pickett

What does it mean to be a professional? And how does being a professional fit in with the concept of teamwork? On this episode, we hear from a few of the biggest stars in the NWSL who discuss just this topic!

Imani Dorsey
Professional athlete, spokesperson, advocate, and overall great person – NJ/NY Gotham FC super star Imani Dorsey stops by to share her football journey, why it’s important to use her platform for social causes, and more.

Why all the love for NJ/NY Gotham FC super star Imani Dorsey? Just take a listen to this exclusive interview and it becomes perfectly clear. The consummate professional, shows why she has become a favorite among coaches, teammates, and fans. (14’)

Scott Parkinson
What does Gotham Head Coach Scott Parkinson think of Imani and what does she bring to the team on and off the pitch? His answer will surprise you! (10’)

Alex Morgan
Sticking with the professional theme, SD Wave forward Alex Morgan talks about what makes a good road team, the importance of being a good teammate, and how the Wave are improving. It’s always great to hear from Alex! (46′)

2022 NWSL Challenge Cup Winners
North Carolina stars Abby Erceg and Carson Pickett talk to the media after their Challenge Cup Final win against Washington Spirit. Where can the league grow, how can they improve the tournament in the future and more! Abby and Carson are honest and candid. Do not miss their presser! (56’)

 

Episode Links:

Follow Imani Dorsey on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/imdorsey/

Visit Gotham on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/gothamfc/

Black players for Change – https://blackplayersforchange.org/black-out-stories-imani-dorsey/

The Black Women’s Player Collective – https://www.bwplayercollective.org/

NWSL Game Changers with Imani Dorsey – https://youtu.be/0BClk7tjSdA

Don’t miss Patty’s new YouTube Show Mission California – https://www.youtube.com/c/MissionCalifornia

More WWFShow Links:

Follow Women’s World Football Show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and our blog at wwfshowblog.com.

Listen to Women’s World Football Show on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Spotify, Spreaker, TuneIn Radio, Google Play, Castbox, Stitcher, Soundcloud, and direct from our website at www.WWFShow.com.

Photo Courtesy of NJ/NY Gotham FC

Original Broadcast Date: May 14, 2022

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Imani Dorsey, Mike Kowalsky of NJ/NY Gotham FC, Emma Vanderhyden of San Diego Wave FC

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

Women’s World Football Show® is a registered trademark and its audio and logo cannot be used without expressed written authorization.

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

More WWFShow Links:

Follow Women’s World Football Show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and our blog at wwfshowblog.com.

Listen to Women’s World Football Show on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Spotify, Spreaker, TuneIn Radio, Google Play, Castbox, Stitcher, Soundcloud, and direct from our website at www.WWFShow.com.

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.

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

Women’s World Football Show® is a registered trademark and its audio and logo cannot be used without expressed written authorization.

Episode 199: Ashlyn Harris, Ali Krieger, Erin McLeod, Laura Harvey, College Draft Picks

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 199 – Ashlyn Harris, Ali Krieger, Erin McLeod, Laura Harvey, College Draft Picks

After a season of turmoil and controversy, the NWSL is looking forward and so are we! The future of women’s football depends on it.

On this episode, we look at the many changes in the league with soundbites from many of its biggest stars and future stars.

We also take a look at the 2021 Expansion and College Drafts, the 2022 NWSL preliminary format, and an update on all the coaching changes (get your pencils out!)

Soundbites in this order:

Ashlyn Harris & Ali Krieger – 8’

Erin McLeod – 22’

Kim Björkegren – 34’

Naomi Girma & Marleen Schimmer – 46’

Jaelin Howell & Savannah DeMelo  – 51’

Zsannett Kajan & Tinaya Alexander – 54’

Amanda Cromwell & Sean Nahas – 1:00’

Kris Ward & Laura Harvey – 1:08’

 

Episode Links:

https://www.nwslsoccer.com/nwsldraft

Don’t miss Patty’s new YouTube Show Mission California

 

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Follow Women’s World Football Show on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and our blog at wwfshowblog.com.

Listen to Women’s World Football Show on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, Spotify, Spreaker, TuneIn Radio, Google Play, Castbox, Stitcher, Soundcloud, and direct from our website at www.WWFShow.com.

 

Image Graphic by: Patricia La Bella

Original Broadcast Date: December 28, 2021

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

Additional assistance for this episode by  Angel City FC PR manager Amy Chastain and ACFC VP of Player Development & operations Angela Hucles Mangano.

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

Women’s World Football Show® is a registered trademark and its audio and logo cannot be used without expressed written authorization.