Episode 214: Leire Beitia, Jeremy Meyer

How are lower division teams in Europe existing in the wake of the big-money, big brand teams? A new women’s team in the south of Spain, PFC Málaga FC in the 5th division of Liga F in Spain is changing the model of how small regional teams operate. And they’re winning!

We talk with 25-year old striker Leire Beitia as she shares her inspirational journey growing up in Spain and playing collegiate soccer in the USA. How has her experience helped her grow as a footballer and what changes does she hope to make in the game? It’s an interview you do not want to miss. (9’)

Changing models that have been around for decades isn’t easy, but PFC Málaga FC realizes that it’s necessary in order to change and grow. We hear from Jeremy Meyer, hired to head the international operations at the club. What are some of the things they are doing differently to attract a global audience, experience coaches and players to the club? There’s a lot to learn and be inspired by and Jeremy shares it all with us. (39’)

Episode Links

Visit PFC Málaga FC at https://pfcmalaga.com/

Follow Leire Beitia on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/leirebeitiaaldea/

Follow Leire Beitia on Twitter – https://twitter.com/leire_beitia13

Follow PFC Malaga FC on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/pfcmalaga/

PFC Academy – https://www.profutcamps.com/academy/

Connect with Jeremy on LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmeyersports/

Check out Patty’s YouTube show Mission California at – https://mission-california.com/

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Photo Courtesy of Leire Beitia

Original Broadcast Date: March 26, 2023

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Leire Beitia and Jeremy Meyer.

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Episode 208: Lynn Berling-Manuel, Becky Sauerbrunn

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 208 – Managing Director of Women’s Independent Soccer League Lynn Berling-Manuel; Soundbites from USWNT captain Becky Sauerbrunn

There’s something new in the air of women’s football.. Can you feel it? New policies, new procedures, new teams, new ownerships, new tournaments, new leagues… A group of individuals made up of players, former players, administrators, advocates and allies turning the tide on the old ways to help create a bigger & better future for the next generation.

Lynn Berling-Manuel
Former CEO of United Soccer Coaches (with 30,000 members it’s actually the largest coaches association of any sport in the world) and former CMO of American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO), Lynn Berling-Manuel has recently been appointed as Managing Director the new Women’s Independent Soccer League. Lynn stops by to discuss the new league, where it fits in the landscape of pro women’s soccer and how it will change the game for young players all over the world and the communities it will serve.

The game is growing in so many ways and WISL is part of that change. Lynn shares her vision of what the WISL can become. After a lifetime of advocacy within the game of soccer, Lynn is aiming her expertise straight towards women’s soccer!

The WISL is in good hands with Lynn Get to know her and the league better! (17’)

Becky Sauerbrunn
In light of the Sally Q. Yates report on allegations of past abusive behavior and sexual misconduct in women’s professional soccer, USWNT captain Becky Sauerbrunn sits down with the press to express her thoughts and give us some insights on the mindset of the players. As an influencial voice in women’s soccer, Becky has a lot to say about the report and the changes that need to be made in the game from the youth level to the pro ranks. If there’s one player we need to hear from right now, it’s Becky Sauerbrunn! (52′)

Plus…
Recaps and updates on: FIFA 2022 U17 Women’s World Cup Final, Spain vs. Colombia; 2022 NWSL Championship Final, Portland Thorns FC vs. KC Current; FAI Women’s Cup Final, Shelbourne vs. Athlone Town.

Episode Links:

Women’s Independent Soccer League – https://wisleague.com/

Follow WISL on:
Twitter – https://twitter.com/wisl_league

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/WISLeague/

Listen to WWFShow, Episode 188 – https://wwfshow.com/2021/03/28/episode-188-damon-wilson-carrie-taylor/

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Final highlights – https://www.fifa.com/fifaplus/en/watch/5FdiMD7QnMZJL74vV1WlDP

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

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 Lynn Berling-Manuel

Original Broadcast Date: Nov. 14, 2022

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Lynn Berling-Manuel, Steve Johnson (WISL), Aaron Heifetz (US Soccer)

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 136: Beverly Yanez, Helena Wiseman

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 136 features exclusive interviews with Seattle Reign FC striker Beverly Yanez; New Zealand sportswriter Helena Wiseman; and soundbites from U.S. Women’s National Team Head Coach Jill Ellis.

Seattle Reign FC forward Beverly Yanez’s career has skyrocketed since she joined the NWSL in 2014. That happened to be the same year Bev made her first appearance on Women’s World Football Show. Now she’s back to chat with Patty about her career, her experiences playing in Japan, her participation in NWSL/US Soccer C License coaching program, and more!

As the 2019 NWSL season approaches, Bev continues to work hard preparing mind, body, and soul for the upcoming season. In this intimate interview, Bev shares her most memorable moments, the importance of the NWSL’s recognition of the NWSL Players Association, her secrets to maintaining a long-term relationship, and more. Thought you knew all there is to know about Bev Yanez? You haven’t listened to this interview! (28′)

Women’s World Cup Draw
The Draw for the FIFA Women’s World Cup France 2019 took place at La Seine Musicale in Paris on December 8, 2018. Patty and Adam take a preliminary look at each group. Which is the Group of Death, who has an easy road, and which match-ups pose the most problems. Plus, we hear from U.S. Women’s National Team Head Coach Jill Ellis! What are her thoughts on the USA’s group, the teams they’ll be facing int he group stage, and the chances of the No. 1 team in the world defending their title? Jill give it to us straight! (15′)

New Zealand
Women’s World Football Show correspondent, blogger, and footballer Helena Wiseman sits down with Adam to talk about the recent upswing of women’s football in New Zealand. The appointment of Tom Sermanni as the head coach of the NZ Women’s National Team, the OFC qualifiers, the third-place finish in the 2018 U17 Women’s World Cup, and the success of the National Women’s League are all talking points in this exclusive interview. Learn how women’s football is taking off in NZ and the role the Football Ferns are taking as they approach the 2019 Women’s World Cup. (1:04’)
Read more articles and check out the podcast at InTheBackOf.net.

PLUS…
FIFA 2018 U17 Women’s World Cup recap; 2018 NCAA Women’s Soccer Championship; UEFA Women’s EURO 2021; FAWSL and W-League updates; And More!

Photos/Logos Courtesy of: Seattle Reign FC, Beverly Yanez, New Zealand Football, U.S. Soccer

Fade out music courtesy of Deedub

Original Broadcast Date: December 9, 2018

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

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

Episode 125: Abby Erceg, Nando Vila, Dr. Claire-Marie Roberts

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 125: Features an exclusive interview with North Carolina Courage Captain Abby Erceg; journalist/podcast host Nando Vila; and sports psychologist Dr. Claire-Marie Roberts.

Women’s World Football Show is proud to welcome North Carolina Courage defender Abby Erceg. The former captain of the 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!

Earning her first cap with the Football Ferns at the age of 17, Abby finished her international career with 132 caps and was the first player (male or female) from New Zealand to play 100 international matches. The courageous Kiwi retired from the national team in an act of protest in hopes of raising awareness and helping to improve player development for the women players in NZ. What exactly needs to be done to help grow the women’s game in New Zealand? Abby shares her thoughts and insights.

Controversies, difficult decisions, and championship-caliber play have been a big part of Abby’s recent soccer journey and she’s here to share it all with us. If you listen to just one interview this year, make it the Abby Erceg interview. (26:38’)

Nando Vila
Podcast host Nando Vila chats with Adam about the interesting story of the Spanish Women’s National Team in the 2015 Women’s World Cup. Nando tells the unknown story of the ups, downs, and in-betweens of one of the more bazar stories in women’s football history. Find out about the team’s open letter to the Spanish Federation after the World Cup in a mutant against the federation before the World Cup. The grotesque response from the federation and more. (48:48’)
Follow Nando on Twitter @nandovila
Listen to “We Came to Win” podcast.

Dr. Claire Marie Roberts
The Women’s Sports Network have launched a series of manuals to help young female athletes titled MojoManuals. Dr. Claire-Marie Roberts worked on the books and is here to talk about them, in particular FootballMojo. In this important conversation, Patty and Dr. Claire-Marie discuss various issues impacting adolescent female athletes with subjects such as body image, self confidence, stress, menstrual cycles, and how adults comments can inadvertently drive girls to drop out of sports.
To learn more and order your MojoManuals, click here. (01:17:54’)
Follow Dr. Claire-Marie on Twitter @robertscm

Plus…
Updates on the NWSL and FAWSL; News on the folding of Sheffield FC Ladies; and More!

Photos Courtesy of: North Carolina Courage; CamW; WSNET; Claire-Marie Roberts; Gimlet; Andre Ringuette

Original Broadcast Date: July 1, 2018

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

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

Episode 91: Zoe Johnson, Jaclyn Poucel

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 91 features exclusive interviews with Sheffield FC manager Zoe Johnson; Former University of Pittsburgh standout Jaclyn Poucel; and FC Barcelona expert Michelle Taylor.

We’re celebrating some of the world’s most popular sporting cities with special guests who have carved their own paths to their footballing journeys. First up is Sheffield FC Ladies manager Zoe Johnson!

Sheffield made their FAWSL 2 debut in 2016, finishing a very respectable 5th place in the table. Zoe looks back on that season with thoughts on what worked and what needs to be worked on. She also shares her thoughts on the upcoming FA Cup, where Sheffield will meet Charlton in what’s sure to be a thrilling match!

Zoe also gives her thoughts on managing a team balanced with youngsters and veterans, the challenges of the Spring Series, and the upcoming 2017/18 FAWSL 2 season. Sheffield is a team on the rise and Zoe gives us all the insight! (4:00′)

Jaclyn Poucel
Adam catches up with former University of Pittsburgh standout Jaclyn Poucel. After her senior season, Jaclyn found herself on the list for eligible players for the 2015 NWSL college draft. But with a deep crop of draftees, the tall center-back went undrafted. But that didn’t diminish her dreams of playing professional soccer !

In this spirited interview, the 5-foot-9 defender shares with us her journey to Finland and Iceland, as well as her experience playing for the Boston Breakers Reserves. Learning the love of the game from her mom, Jaclyn takes us through her childhood, her experiences as a young recruit, and her thoughts on the differing aspects of the women’s game here and abroad. Plus, Jaclyn gives us the lowdown on some of her favorite places in Pittsburgh! (35:56′)

FC Barcelona Women
Everyone knows FC Barcelona is the most popular football team on the planet. So, it’s only fitting to spotlight the FC Barcelona Women’s team! To help us get to know the team and the women’s Spanish League, we chat with Michelle Taylor. An expert on all things Barca, Michelle runs an English language twitter account covering the women’s side, as well as the Spanish league. Adam sits down with Michelle to learn more about the club, the league and updates on the Spanish National Team. (1:03:30′)
Follow @barcawomen on Twitter

Plus…
We peek in on the FAWSL 2, give updates on NWSL transfers, and a W-League post season mini-preview! Also, what’s going on with Canada? We’ve got the whole world in our hands on this episode – so don’t miss a single minute!

Fade Out Music by Lauren Alaina

Original Broadcast Date: January 29, 2017

Photo credits courtesy of: SheffieldFC.com; Jaclyn Poucel; Michelle Taylor