Episode 135: Ashley Nick, Neil Senneck, Girls on the Ball

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 135, features exclusive interviews with Juventus FC Women midfielder Ashley Nick, Southampton Women’s FC Coach Neil Senneck, and women’s football journalists Girls on the Ball.

Ashley Nick
In this special 5 year anniversary special, Women’s World Football Show visits with a few of our very first guests to appear on the show. First, we welcome back midfielder Ashley Nick. The veteran footballer is now playing at Juventus FC in the re-energized Italian League. Adam and Ash look back on some of the best moments in her career, her footballing journeys and her new experiences playing for Juventus FC Women.

The Southern California native reflects on some of the decisions she’s made in her life and how they’ve impacted her career, and more. Don’t miss this interview with one of the games more positive personalities!
Keep up with Ashley & Juventus FC at Juventus.com. (8:40′)

Coach Neil Senneck
Another long-time friend of the show, Coach Neil Senneck chats with Patty about his time coaching in South Africa, the evolution of youth female football, and his new gig coaching at Southampton Women’s Football Club. What are some of the differences between youth football in South Africa and UK? How has the women’s game grown in South Africa since last we spoke? What makes a good coach? Coach Neil is here to fill us in on all this and more!
Follow & support Southampton WFC on Facebook.
For scores, fixtures & other info, visit the Southampton WFC website. (52:04′)

Girls on the Ball
No one covers women’s football in the UK more completely than Rachel O’Sullivan and Sophie Downey (better known as Girls on the Ball). As early guests, GotB remain our closest friends and supporters. Traveling the world covering the game provides for some good memories, stories and introspection. Listen in as the girls discuss their experiences in the broadcast booth, the changes in the FAWSL, and more. Don’t miss this rare interview with Girls on the Ball! (1:28:00′)
Visit the GotB website at GirlsontheBall.com & follow them on Twitter @GirlsontheBall!

PLUS…
FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup update; A quick rundown of the 2019 Women’s World Cup qualifiers; NCAA Div l College Cup recap; W-League report; a whole lot of reminiscing; AND MORE!!

Photos/Logos Courtesy of: Ashley Nick; Juventus F.C. Women; Coach Neil Senneck; Southampton WFC; Girls on the Ball

Original Broadcast Date: November 25, 2018

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Episode 110: Racheal Small, Emma Evans

Episode 110 of Women’s World Football Show features exclusive interviews with Scottish defender Racheal Small; Capital head coach Emma Evans; Statements from Sky Blue FC GM Tony Novo and new head coach Denise Reddy.

Rachael Small
Scottish international defensive midfielder Rachael Small stops by to chat about her experiences playing for the national team and her current club, Hibernian L.F.C. in the Scottish Women’s Premier League.

Rachael shares her soccer journey and reflects on some of her best memories of the past year with Hibernian, a side that is turning heads in the league. Women’s soccer is on the rise in Scotland and versatile players like Rachael are a good reason why. Don’t miss this awesome interview with the spirited footballer! (17:31’)

Emma Evans
Women’s World Football Show welcomes Emma Evans, New Zealand National Women’s League coach and Women’s Football Development Officer for Capital Football. The highly respected coach brings us up to date on the Capital, how they did during the season, the growth of the team and it’s future. Emma also shares with us her thoughts on women’s football in New Zealand and why it’s important for stars to promote the game within the community.

As the NWL grows and the quality of the game improves, the players coming out of the league are rising as well. Emma shares her experience with watching a few of the NWL players who have gone on to play with the Football Ferns. She also shares why the league’s improvement is setting the stage for the national team’s emergence on the world stage. It you’re interested in learning more about the NWL and women’s soccer in NZ, then you’ll want to hear Emma’s interview! (42:00’)

BREAKING…
Sky Blue FC officially announced the hiring of Denise Reddy their new head coach. Most recently an assistant coach with the Washington Spirit, Denise is a New Jersey native who has previously served as a head coach in three different countries. We hear a statement from Coach Reddy and introduction by Sky Blue FC GM Tony Novo.

PLUS…
Updates from NWSL and Westfield W-League; Recap of the 2017 Women’s College Cup Semifinals; the latest from Women’s World Cup Qualifiers and MORE!

Original Broadcast Date: December 3, 2017

Photos courtesy of: Scottish FA; Emma Evans

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Episode 78: Caroline Weir, Maia Jackman, Kevin Baxter

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 78 features exclusive interviews with Scotland midfielder Caroline Weir; New Zealand legend Maia Jackman; and LA Times Sports Writer Kevin Baxter.

Women’s World Football is traveling down the road to Rio with this week’s Olympic previews. Plus, we welcome one of the brightest young stars in women’s football, Caroline Weir!

Caroline Weir
On this week’s show we are joined by Liverpool and Scotland midfielder Caroline Weir. Its been a busy few months for the 21-year old as she joined Scott Rodgers and his new look Liverpool squad for the 2016 season.

In this interview Caroline tells us all about the move to The Reds and the steady progress the team has made this season. Away from domestic football Caroline tells us about the mood in the Scotland camp as the national team stands on the verge of qualifying for their first major tournament in their history.

USA Olympic Preview with Kevin Baxter
LA sports writer Kevin Baxter is back to give us an expert preview of the US Women’s National Team heading into Rio. Riding on their new-found confidence, the World Champs are pumped and ready to do what no other women’s team has ever done – win a World Cup and then Olympic Gold in consecutive order. What is Jill Ellis’ next move and what is she doing to keep her players motivated? Why does Carli Lloyd still have a chip on her shoulder and why is it important to keep it there? Is it the right choice to bring a less-than 100% Megan Rapinoe? Plus Kevin updates us on all of this, plus info on Crystal Dunn, Mallory Pugh and more!
Follow Kevin on Twitter @kbaxter11 and check out his recent articles online at LA Times.

Football Fern Maia Jackman and Head Coach John Herdman. Women's Football Conference, Crowne Plaza Hotel, Auckland, Friday 10th December 2010. Photo: Shane Wenzlick

Photo: Shane Wenzlick

New Zealand Olympic Preview with Maia Jackman
To put it simply Maia Jackman is a legend of the game in New Zealand, so who better to give us the lowdown on the Football Ferns ahead of the Olympic games in Rio next month?! Maia tells us all about the squad and gives us a few players we should be looking out for as the Ferns tackle the USA, France and Colombia in the group stage. New Zealand were unfortunate at the Women’s World Cup in Canada, so can they go better this time? We give you the inside scoop and more!
Follow Maia on Twitter @maia515.

Sophie Schmidt Tribute
Sophie Schmidt just celebrated 150 caps with the Canada Women’s National Team and that gives Adam a reason to pay tribute to his favorite #13! Enjoy a few of our favorite Sophie Moments, plus not one, not two, but 3 SchmidtBits! Can you hand it?!

Plus…
Big news out of the FA WSL, along with team updates; NWSL report on teams, players and recent transfers; International friendlies; plus, plenty of reasons why America is already great!… And More!

Big thanks to Team Elite for bringing us Caroline Weir! Check out their website at TeamEliteUK.com.

Fade Out Music by Justin Bieber

Original Broadcast Date: July 24, 2016