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 94: Lauren Bruton, Savannah Levin, Emma Coolen, Andrew Gibney

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 94 welcomes Lauren Bruton, Savannah Levin, Andrew Gibney and Emma Coolen.

In our featured interview, Adam sits down with 25-year old Reading FC midfielder Lauren Bruton. A product of the prestigious Arsenal Centre of Excellence, Lauren started her football at Luton Town at the age of eight, and was top scorer there every year until she was 14. In this exclusive interview, Lauren shares her experiences as a youth with Arsenal, as a member of the England U19 squad which won the 2009 European Championship, her signing with Reading FC Women, and more!

A creative, dynamic player, who can play anywhere along the midfield and front line, Lauren has proven herself to be an important asset in Reading’s success. Lauren shares her thoughts on the upcoming FAWSL Spring Series and the inclusion of a few new players in the league including Crystal Dunn and Carli Lloyd. Lauren and Reading FC are ready for FAWSL Spring Series to start. Are you? (26′)

Savannah Levin
After helping USC win the 2016 NCAA College Championship, Savannah Levin has taken her skills to the Damallsvenskan in Sweden. Now playing for Kopparbergs / Göteborg, Savannah is on her way from being college star to professional athlete. We catch up with Savannah to chat about the transition, her decision to play in Sweden, future ambitions and more! Savannah is paving her own path and in doing so, leading the way for other young players to follow. (49′)

Andrew Gibney
Sports writer Andrew Gibney stops by to chat about the Manchester City signing of Carli Lloyd – how will it impact the team, the players and the FAWSL? As someone who covers City on a regular basis, Andrew gives us the inside scoop. Adam and Andrew discuss the FAWSL Spring Series, the upcoming Euros and… How’s that Star Wars Lego trilogy coming? It’s all here! (1:07′)
Keep up to date on Andrew’s articles and follow him on Twitter @Gibney_A

Millennial Madness!
Our young correspondent, Kaitlyn “Jonesy” Jones is back with another great interview! Jonesy sits down with the very witty Nederlands player Emma Coolen. The Voetbalclub Moldavo defender gives us insight into women’s football in Holland, as well as her own footballing journey that will hopefully lead to a spot on the Nederlands Women’s National Team! (1:25′)
Catch Emma’s journeys on her video blog at EmmaCoolen.nl
Follow Emma on Twitter @emma_coolen

SheBelieves Cup
Join us as we dive deep into the SheBelieves Cup! In only it’s second year, the USA-hosted tournament gave us six great games by the top teams in the world. Patty and Adam dissect a few of the matches, most notably USA vs England and the Final which saw France take the Cup from the Americans! We cover the highlights, lowlights and also reveal why Patty had to don the England shirt and why Barry brought out his wooden spoon! Oh, it’s happening!

Plus…
The surprises continue as Spain wins the 2017 Algarve Cup, Switzerland takes hardware at Cyprus Cup and More!

Fade Out Music by Demi Lavato

Original Broadcast Date: March 10, 2017

Photo credits courtesy of: FAWSL.com; GoteborgFC.se; EmmaCoolen.nl; Andrew Gibney

Episode 22: Sammy Jo Prudhomme

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 22 features an exclusive interview with USC goalkeeper Sammy Jo Prudhomme; Plus post-game comments from Lionesses Fran Kirby, Fara Williams, Jordan Nobbs, and head coach Mark Sampson.

On this week’s show it’s all about the young guns! Fran Kirby talks about her England debut, USC goalkeeper Sammy Jo Prudhomme chats about her incredible season with the 2014 USL W-League Champion LA Blues SC, and the best Under-20 teams from around the world are showcased.

Also on deck are Mark Sampson, Fara Williams and Jordy Nobbs as Adam eavesdrops on the England Women’s National Team press conference after their sterling win against Sweden.

Turf Wars Part 2! It’s the story that never dies! Kept alive by Wambach & Associates… and oh yes – Patty.

Also WWFShow brings you all there is to know about FAWSL, NWSL and all those warm and fuzzy teams (and one not-so) playing in the U20 Women’s World Cup up in Canada! Plus plenty of Sophie, Barry and other Adam-obsessions.

Original Broadcast Date: August 10, 2014.