Episode 157: Arianna Romero, Pamela Del Olmo

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 157 features an exclusive interview with Houston Dash and Mexico Women’s National Team defender Arianna Romero; plus, a special Mexico report by correspondent Pamela Del Olmo.

On this episode of Women’s World Football show, we examine the rise, fall, and hopefully rising again of the Mexico Women’s National Team.

First, we look back at the classic David vs. Goliath tale of the 2010 Concacaf Women’s Championship when the Mexico team (made up of mostly college and unattached players) beat the mighty USWNT to win an automatic berth to the 2011 Women’s World Cup. It was a story for the ages!

Because the team failed to qualify for the 2019 Women’s World Cup, we examine the big changes being made currently at the senior level and discuss what needs to happen to bring the team back to being contenders on the world stage. And, we look to the future with the successes of U17 and U20 teams, and the popular Liga MX Femenil.

Join us on this special spotlight with Mexico star defender Arianna Romero and Mexico correspondent Pamela Del Olmo… Vamanos!!

Arianna Romero

The 27-year old Mexico defender Ari Romero has been around the world playing football and now she’s here to talk about her career club and country. Already a veteran with the Mexico Women’s National Team, Ari shares with us what the fans can expect at the upcoming 2020 Concacaf Women’s Championships (that serve as a qualifier for the 2020 Olympics).

In 2019 Ari signed on with the NWSL team that kicked off her club career all those years before – the Houston Dash. The crafty defender talks about her time in Houston, why she fits so well in the backline there, the team’s recent match in Mexico, and more!

Plus, Ari shares a special message to her Spanish-speaking supporters. You want to catch this exclusive with one of the brightest footballers in the women’s game today! (13’)

Follow Ari on Twitter @ari_SOMBRERO

Pamela Del Olmo

Mexico expert and correspondent Pamela Del Olmo stops by to talk all things Mexico! How did that 2010 Concacaf win against USA shape the culture of women’s football in Mexico (or did it?)? Is the coaching at the senior level the same as it ever was? Will we see another story-book ending at the upcoming 2020 Concacaf Women’s Championship? Pamela give us it to us with brutal honesty.

Plus, how is the success of the U17 team and the popularity of the MX Liga Femenil growing women’s football in Mexico.?You’ll be surprised by what Pamela has to report. Also, we take a look at the recent match between 2-time Tigres and Houston Dash. Pamela was there and she gives us a report on the match, the fans, and what this means to the players on both teams. (37’)

Follow Pamela on Twitter @pndom

 

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Photo Courtesy of: Mexico Football Federation

Original Broadcast Date: October 20, 2019

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Paloma Alatorre and Pamela Del Olmo

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Episode 156: Vivyen Bowdler, Denise Duffy

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 156 features exclusive interviews with Founder and Creator of Backr, Denise Duffy; and Senior Creative at Twitter UK, Vivyen Bowdler.

U.S. Women’s National Team co-captain Megan Rapinoe inspired a generation in her recent acceptance speech for 2019 FIFA Best Player award. She said – “We have incredible platforms. I ask everyone here … lend your platform to other people, lift other people up, share your success. We have so much power!”

In this special episode of Women’s World Football Show we explore the power we all have within ourselves to be our best selves by lifting each other up, feeding our passions with positivity and changing the world!

In this episode, we feature two amazing and creative women who found a way to use their talents to help build and sustain the thing they’re most passionate about – women’s football!

Are you ready to be inspired to give your talents to live your passion? We can do it – we have the power! Let’s start now!

Denise Duffy

Denise Duffy fell in love with women’s soccer and took an analytical approach (as most software engineers do) at discovering and solving the the major problem of the game – small salaries and lack of funds for the athletes.

Denise and her team dove head first into solving this problem creating Backr, an online platform that gives athletes the opportunity to make money by using the power of their own brand; and gives fans the opportunity to support their favorite athletes. (11’)

Visit the website and get started using Backr today at Backr.io.

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Vivyen Bowdler

As a Senior Creative at Twitter UK, Viv Bowdler presented the idea of creating a Women’s World Cup social media campaign unlike anything we’ve seen before – one that would lift up the tournament and its footballers.

This unique campaign included the hashtag #WomeninFootball, a specially-designed emoji (created by Viv), high-quality produced spotlight videos, and beautifully painted street murals depicting many of the stars in women’s football.,

This campaign could only be created and championed by someone who absolutely loves the game and that’s Viv Bowdler! This is one interview you’ll never forget! (49′)

Follow Viv on Twitter @viv
Learn more about Viv and the #WomeninFootball campaign at VivBowdler.com.

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Photo Graphic Designed by: Patricia La Bella

Original Broadcast Date: October 6, 2019

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Denise Duffy, Viv Bowdler-Thomas, Jasmine Basi

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Episode 155: Rianna Jarrett, Louise Quinn, Kieran Crowley

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 155 features exclusive interviews with Republic of Ireland Women’s National Team Players Wexford Youths Striker Rianna Jarrett and Arsenal WFC Defender Louise Quinn; plus Irish author Kieran Crowley.

Despite being established over 45 years ago, the Republic of Ireland Women’s National Football Team has yet to qualify for a major tournament. However, there is hope on the horizon for women’s football in Ireland as the national team prepares to qualify for the UEFA Women’s European Championships 2021.

With the hiring of new manager Vera Pauw and talented young stars, the future is as bright as ever in Ireland. Another positive sign that women’s football is taking off in Ireland is the growing popularity of the Women’s National League (WNL) and it’s bright young star, our featured guest, Rianna Jarrett.

Also, featured on this episode is a special appearance by Rep. of Ireland star defender Louise Quinn! Plus, Irish author and women’s football advocate Kieran Crowley. And, a bonus snippet from Alana “AJ” Johnson’s interview with Megan Campbell from 2014.

It’s a New Day for women’s football in Ireland and it starts Right Now!

Rianna Jarrett

The phenom from Wexford has suffered her share of disappointing injuries over the course of her short 25 years. But one thing is for sure, Rianna Jarrett never let those injuries define her or dictate her future.

In this exclusive interview, Rianna discusses her resilience to return to the game she’s loved since her youth. Also, the young star shares stories of her childhood, the exciting experience of playing against the USA in front of 37,000 people, the state of women’s football in Ireland, and so much more!

If you’re looking for a young Irish player to root for heading into the UEFA Women’s Euro qualifiers, Rianna Jarrett is that player. (16’)

Follow Rianna Jarrett on Twitter @RiannaJarrett and on Instagram @riannajarrett.

Louise Quinn

One of the biggest names on the Rep. of Ireland WNT, Arsenal WFC defender Louise Quinn talks with us about the upcoming UEFA Women’s Euro qualifiers, how women’s football is growing in Ireland, what we can do to help that growth, the upcoming FAWSL season, and more! (49′)

Follow Louise on Twitter @louise_quinn4 and on Instagram @louisequinn4.

Kieran Crowley

Irish author and women’s football advocate Kieran Crowley discusses his novel The Mighty Dynamo, youth football in Ireland, the influence of women’s football in his book, and more! (39’)

Follow Kieran on Twitter @KMarkCrowley

Learn more about The Mighty Dynamo at Facebook.com/MightyDynamo and order your copy on Amazon.

Read an excerpt from Chapter One of The Mighty Dynamo: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250079244

Links:
Listen to Alana “AJ” Johnson’s interview with Megan Campbell from Episode 31.

Listen to Patty’s interview with Steph Roche from Episode 43.

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Photo Courtesy of: Wexford Youths Women

Original Broadcast Date: September 22, 2019

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Chris Lopez, Ilyanna Guitierez of US Soccer, Kieran Crowley, and Alana “AJ” Johnson.

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Episode 154: Jordan DiBiasi, Beattie Goad, Christen Press

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 154 features exclusive interviews with Washington Spirit Midfielder Jordan DiBiasi; Stanford University Midfielder Beattie Goad; and Soundbites from USWNT Strikers Christen Press and Rose Lavelle.

Only the top high school athletes make it to the level of playing women’s college soccer. During the 2016-2017 school year, there were about 38,873 women playing collegiate soccer and of these college players, 1,155 were international recruits.

How has playing collegiate soccer helped prepare players for the professional ranks, and more than that, how does it bring out the best in these young women and shape their futures as world changers? In this episode, we talk with one of the brightest young stars in the NWSL – in her first pro season after a stellar college career at Stanford, Washington Spirit midfielder Jordan Dibiasi.

Also, Stanford defender from Australia, Beattie Goad. We’ll also hear from one of the most famous Stanford players of all time – Christen Press; and a cameo by Washington Spirit forward Rose Lavelle.

Jordan DiBiasi

Washington Spirit rookie midfielder Jordan DiBiasi stops by to talk about her stellar career at Stanford, how playing college soccer helped prepare her for the professional ranks, her seamless transition from college to pros, and more.

Jordan shares how she’s handled being drafted 3rd overall by the Washington Spirit in the 2019 NWSL College Draft and the challenges that come with that – all with a positive attitude! Jordan DiBiasi is part of the young crop of USWNT U-23 players you need to watch and this interview will show you why! (9’)

Follow Jordan DiBiasi on Twitter @ DiBiasiJordan and on Instagram @jordan_dibiasi

Beattie Goad

All the way from Melbourne, Australia, Beattie Goad is making a name for herself as a standout footballer at Stanford University. A combination of brains and brawn, Beattie has been working hard at expanding her horizons at Stanford, forging friendships and interests away from just school and soccer.

A two-time W-League champion and NCAA Women’s National Champion, Beattie give us insight on what it takes to balance playing football at a highest level while Majoring in Human Biology with a minor in medical anthropology. Get to know this exciting and interesting player and person only on Women’s World Football Show! (42’)

Check out Patty’s article on Beattie Goad for Beyond90.

Rose Lavelle and Christen Press

Washington Spirit striker and USWNT star Rose Lavelle stops by to chat about the new-look Spirit team, how the young players are affecting the team, and the challenge of going from national team to club team. (34’)

One of the most famous Stanford players of all time, USWNT striker Christen Press chats to Patty about her college experience, the magical atmosphere at Stanford, and her advice to student athletes. (39’)

Episode Links:
Girls on the Ball

SheKicks Women’s Football Magazine

CollegeMatildas.com

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Photo Courtesy of: Washington Spirit

Original Broadcast Date: September 8, 2019

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Nick Sato at Stanford University, Washington Spirit Media Team, US Soccer, NCAA.com.

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