Episode 28: Laura Alleway, Lauren Silver, Hannah Wilkinson

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 28 features an exclusive interview with Australia Women’s National Team defender Laura Alleway; Jamaica head coach Merron Gordon; and Alana “AJ” Johnson chats with college stars Lauren Silver, Arin Gilliland, Sally Gill, and Hannah Wilkinson.

Women’s World Football Show celebrates Australian International and Brisbane Roar defender Laura Alleway! Adam interviews the towering footballer and goes in-depth with her on everything from the challenges of playing on a struggling team to the successes of the Matildas. Laura also shares her plans for the future and the things she’s doing today to prepare for life after football.

There are more teams celebrating their entry into the Women’s World Cup 2015 in Canada. Join us as we recap the qualifying tournaments including CONCACAF, CAF African Women’s Championship, European playoffs and the Oceania Tournament.

Will we see a Caribbean side enter the world championship for the first time? Which three teams will represent Africa? And what will the All-Whites of New Zealand do to make themselves better? All this and more, including a few words with Jamaica Head Coach Merron Gordon.

Hannah WilikinsonWomen’s World Football Show correspondent Alana “A.J.” Johnson catches up with some big-name college stars featuring Lauren Silver (University of Florida/Jamaica International); Arin Gilliland (University of Kentucky); Sally Gill (Tennessee State University) and Hannah Wilkinson (University of Tennessee/New Zealand International).

Can you handle much more? Well hold on because Adam is raving like a crazed madman in his Sophie Schmidt-delirium-fueled-recap of the Canada vs. Japan friendlies. All this and a look at the newest team to pounce into the WSL 1 (according to Patty, they’re paws-itively awesome)!

Music by Men at Work, Ziggy Marley, and Kool & the Gang.

Original Broadcast Date: November 2, 2014.

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Adam explains the significance of the magnificent English poppies!!

Episode 27: Randy Waldrum, Tobin Heath, Nick Cushing, Steph Houghton

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 27 features postgame interviews with Trinidad & Tobago head coach Randy Waldrum and USWNT midfielder Tobin Heath; Plus sound bites from Manchester City head coach Nick Cushing and striker Steph Houghton; and Arsenal Ladies head coach Pedro Losa; and a W-League report from Aussie reporter Cheryl Downes.

Underdogs are the new heroes as Women’s World Football Show highlights Women’s World Cup 2015 qualifiers and championships from around the world!

Randy Waldrum, Tobin Heath
Small nations like Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica, and Costa Rica are making names for themselves at CONCACAF. On the other side of the pitch, the two Changing Guardspowerhouses USA and Mexico are battling the devil within. Our own Alana “Postgame Gator” Johnson was in Chicago for the matches and came back with interviews from T&T Head Coach Randy Waldrum and USA’s cheeky midfielder Tobin Heath.

Tournament Reviews
The African nations have Canada on their minds as they compete in the CAF TN Mobile 9th African Women’s Championship in Namibia. Patty and Adam take a look at this warrior-like competition where the top three teams will solidify their place among the best at the Women’s World Cup 2015.

The FAWSL has wrapped up and crowned a surprising champion that had one blue team seeing red! Adam guides us through the last days of the 2014 season!

Nick Cushing, Steph Houghton
David takes down Goliath in the 2014 Continental Cup! Adam and Barry traveled to London to witness the un-crowning and came back with interviews from Manchester City Women’s Football Club head coach Nick Cushing and captain Steph Houghton, as well as Arsenal Ladies’ new coach Pedro Losa.

W-League Report
There’s an underdog down under in the Westfield W-League and our good friend Cheryl Downes stops by to give us all the juicy details on Perth Glory’s recent rise to excellence. Patty interrogates Cheryl on the best and worst of the season so far; which American has taken the league by storm; the good deeds of Amy Jackson; and what’s really going on with Lisa De Vanna. All this and more!

A short preview of the upcoming Canada vs Japan friendly, gives Adam the perfect link to gush over Sophie Schmidt’s new website (2 minutes and that’s it!!).

Music by Ringo Starr, Men at Work and Blackmore’s Night.

Original Broadcast Date: October 19, 2014.

Episode 23: Beverly Goebel

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 23 features an exclusive interview with Seattle Reign FC striker Beverly Goebel. Sound bites from: Reign head coach Laura Harvey and midfielder Keelin Winters; Washington Spirit head coach Mark Parsons and forward Diana Matheson; England head coach Mark Sampson and forwards Toni Duggan and Lianne Sanderson; and Wales Women’s National Team head coach Jarmo Matikainen.

Walt Disney once said, “Dreams do come true if you have the courage to pursue them.”

And that’s a sentiment that runs throughout this episode.

On this week’s show, we hear from players, coaches and whole teams who have traveled different paths to chase their dreams. Despite coming from different parts of the world, they all have one thing in common – They’ve found the courage to ‘do’ leading them to a place on the podium of success.

Beverly Goebel
Patty brings you an exclusive interview with Seattle Reign FC midfielder Beverly Goebel, who had to travel halfway around the world and back again to find her dreams fulfilled… and she’s far from finished.

Adam gives us a full report on the recent Women’s World Cup qualifier between England and Wales where one courageous team will make the trek to Canada for next summer’s Women’s World Cup.

A few others joining us:

  • Seattle Reign FC head coach Laura Harvey and midfielder Keelin Winters
  • Washington Spirit head coach Mark Parsons and forward Diana Matheson
  • England Women’s National team head coach Mark Sampson, forwards Toni Duggan and Lianne Sanderson
  • Wales Women’s National Team head coach Jarmo Matikainen

Plus a look at what’s happening in the NWSL post-season, USWNT v Switzerland recap and U20 Women’s World Cup Final.

Adam has had one dream come true and it’s a great sign! Oh yes, and a SchmidtBit.

Original Broadcast Date: August 23, 2014.

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.