Episode 189: Joanna Lohman

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 189 features an exclusive interview with former USWNT midfielder and Washington Spirit icon Joanna Lohman.

Joanna Lohman has taken all the lessons she’s learned in her 16-year career and hundreds of stories from professional women soccer players and produced one of the most anticipated books of the year. Here to talk about Raising Tomorrow’s Champions, which she co-authored with Paul Tukey, Joanna share with us the process of compiling all the stories in this book, how it was inspired, and much more.

Despite never winning a championship of any kind, Joanna has redefined what it means to be a champion, from her days with the USWNT to becoming the first Washington Spirit player in the team’s history to ever have her jersey number retired. There’s a lot to learn from one of soccer’s most influential players and she’s here to share it all with us! (14′)

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Episode Links:

Visit Joanna’s website – https://joannalohman.com/

Listen to Joanna’s WWFShow interview from 2017, Episode 96 – https://wwfshow.com/2017/04/16/lohman-arnold/

Learn more about Raising Tomorrow’s Champions and get your signed copy! https://rtcsoccer.com/book/raising-tomorrows-champions/

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Photo Courtesy of: Joanna Lohman

Original Broadcast Date: April 11, 2021

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

Additional assistance for this episode by Joanna Lohman, Patrick Renegar, Molly Lynn Westrate, and Chryssa Zizos

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Episode 147: Kristine Lilly with Mia Hamm, Brandi Chastain, Alex Morgan

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 147 features an exclusive interview with U.S. Soccer Hall-of-Famer and sports legend Kristine Lilly; Sound-bites from members of the iconic 1999 World Cup winning team – Mia Hamm and Brandi Chastain; with USWNT forward Alex Morgan.

On July 10, 1999, women’s soccer powerhouses USA and China met at the Rose Bowl in California for the 1999 Women’s World Cup Final.

In front of a record 90,185 spectators, the largest crowd ever to attend a women’s sporting event, the USWNT celebrated their overtime win and created a legacy unmatched by no other team in the history of U.S. soccer.

The game ended in a 5-4 shootout, with an iconic winning goal by Brandi Chastain. However, the outcome could have been much different, if not for a brilliant defensive play by midfielder Kristine Lilly.

Women’s World Football Show celebrates the 20-year anniversary of that historic match an exclusive interview with Kristine Lilly; plus, special interviews with Brandi Chastain and Mia Hamm. Also, Alex Morgan shares her thoughts on the 99er’s, their influence on her and her USWNT teammates.

Kristine Lilly

Kristine Lilly played for the United States Women’s National Team for 23 years and is the most capped football player in the history of the sport (men’s or women’s) with 354 caps. She’s also the only player to play for U.S. Soccer in 4 different decades.

A staple in sports record books, Kristine is currently 4th in the world of all-time leading goal scorers behind Abby Wambach, Christine Sinclair, and Mia Hamm.

In this episode, Kristine Lilly shares her insights on her legendary career, the special bond she shares with her ’99 teammates and discusses her new book, Powerhouse: 13 Teamwork Tactics that Build Excellence and Unrivaled Success.

Follow Kristine Lilly on Twitter at @kristinelilly
Learn more about Team First Soccer Academy
Order Kristine’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Powerhouse-Teamwork-Tactics-Excellence-Unrivaled/dp/1626346380

Brandi Chastain

The entertaining and engaging Brandi Chastain talks with reporters about the long-lasting legacy of the 99ers, the current state of women’s soccer, VAR in the World Cup and more!

Mia Hamm

The legendary Mia Hamm shares her thoughts on bringing an NWSL team to Southern California, the growth of the game, the relativity of the 99ers and much more!

Alex Morgan

USWNT star forward Alex Morgan stops by the media pool to share her memories of the 99ers, their influence on her growing up and today.

Contributions to this episode provided by the following articles:
https://www.teamusa.org/Hall-of-Fame/Hall-of-Fame-Members/Kristine-Lilly

https://northcarolina.rivals.com/news/no-8-kristine-lilly

https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/u-s-women-win-world-cup

Powerhouse: 13 Teamwork Tactics that Build Excellence and Unrivaled Success

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Photo Courtesy of: Kristine Lilly

Original Broadcast Date: June 2, 2019

Women’s World Football Show is hosted, written, edited, sound designed & produced by Patty La Bella. Additional assistance for this episode by Kristine Lilly, Adrienne Fontaine, Aaron Heifetz and Ilyanna Guiterrez.

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Episode 120: Jim Gabarra, Chioma Ubogagu, Ashlyn Harris, Jana Lange

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 120: Join us as we welcome Washington Spirit General Manager and Head Coach Jim Gabarra; a brief chat with Orlando Pride Forward Chioma Ubogagu; German Sportswriter Jana Lange; and soundbites from Orlando Pride Goalkeeper Ashlyn Harris.

Washington Spirit GM & Head Coach Jim Gabarra has spent his coaching career devoted to women’s soccer. In fact, Jim is the only person to have coached in every season that there’s been a professional women’s league in the United States. Today, everyone is talking about his Spirit team and with good reason. Touting future stars such as Mallory Pugh, Andi Sullivan, Rose Lavelle, Ashley Hatch, Rebecca Quinn and more, the Spirit’s spotlight is turned on high. How does Jim feel about the attention and is it changing his coaching style? Also, how does he coach a natural talent like Pugh? And out of all the young talent on the team, why did he decide to build his team around Sullivan?… or did he? Jim give us candid answers.

Plus, we can’t have Jim here without asking about his razzmatazz playing days with the LA Lasers and of course those Washington Warthogs of the CISL!! Jim shares some of his most fondest memories – the fanfare, the glitz and of course Kristine Lilly! If you’re not a member of the Spirit Squadron, you’ll become a card-carrying member after this interview! Guaranteed! (6:20’)

German Women’s National Team
On the outside looking in, the German Women’s National Team looks to be in shambles. Recent shocking losses, the last-place showing at SheBelieves Cup and the sacking of manager Steffi Jones, made us want to take a closer look. German sportswriter Jana Lange joins us to bring some insight. Jana has spent time with the team, talking to players and doing some digging to bring us all the facts. Was Jones’ firing warranted? Will Germany qualify for the Women’s World Cup? And how do they dig themselves out of the hole and become the football juggernaut we’ve all known and loved to hate? Jana is bringing it. Plus, a few highlights from the Frauen-Bundesliga, including an Ella Masar-McLeod update! (01:04’)

Chioma Ubogagu
Our roving reporter Alana “AJ” Johnson made it out to Orlando City Stadium recently to chat with one of the emerging stars of the NWSL, Chioma Ubogagu! AJ gets Chi to open up about playing for Arsenal Ladies, who she thinks should take Arsene Wenger’s place, and just what is on her pregame playlist? Classic AJ and Classy Chi! It’s short but sweet! (01:30’)

Ashlyn Harris
Before the Orlando Pride vs Houston Dash match, goalkeeper Ashlyn Harris met with the media to chat about her team’s slow start and what the team needs to do to turn the ship around. Ash is as open and candid as ever. Presser audio supplied by Orlando Pride. (01:25’).

Plus…
FA Cup and FAWSL reports; The future of Millwall Lionesses; NWSL team updates; Breaking news on the U17 Women’s World Cup qualifiers cancellation, MORE!

Photos courtesy of: Washington Spirit, Orlando Pride

Ashlyn Harris soundbites courtesy of Orlando Pride

Original Broadcast Date: April 22, 2018

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Episode 72: Angela Hucles, Jovanna Damjanovic, Jana Lange

Women’s World Football Show, Episode 72 features exclusive interviews former USWNT midfielder Angela Hucles; SC Sand forward Jovanna Damjanovic; and German sports writer Jana Lange.

Women’s World Football Show explores the journeys of the game’s favorite players and teams – storied and new!

Join us as we welcome 2-time Olympic gold medal winner Angela Hucles. The former U.S.

USWNT midfielder (16) Angela Hucles holds the trophy for most valuable player, the golden ball, after the finals of the Peace Queen Cup. The USWNT defeated Canada, 1-0, at Suwon World Cup Stadium in Suwon, South Korea.

USWNT midfielder Angela Hucles holds the MVP trophy, the Golden Ball, after the finals of the Peace Queen Cup, 2008.

Women’s National Team midfielder brings us back to her days growing up in Virginia Beach and how she developed her love for the game.

Anyone who has gone through the trophy hall at University of Virginia knows the name of Angela Hucles. It took 15 years for someone to come along and break a few of her all-time scoring records. Angela’s journey into pro soccer began as a member of the first-ever Boston Breakers team and in fact, scored the first goal in the history of the Breakers (in 2001 a preseason exhibition match against Duke Blue Devils).

As a member of the USWNT, Angela was a player known for her ability to come off the bench in pivotal moments and strike an impactful pose. In 2008, Angela finished the Olympic campaign tied with the most goals of the tournament and a gold medal around her neck.

Her impact on the game didn’t end there. Angela has spent her post-soccer career giving a voice to those in desperate need of one. Angela is the current president of Women’s Sports Foundation; She has worked with the U.S. State Department and You Can Play organization to help empower LGBT youth through sport; and she founded Empowerment Through Sport Leadership Series, a unique conference featuring speakers and programs dedicated to teaching leadership and healthy living on and off the pitch.

Angela Hucles’ journeys have made her one of the more impactful and inspiring athletes of all time! Now, sit back and enjoy the one and only Angela Huuuuuu-cles!

Connect with Angela and the many organizations she’s involved in:
Women’s Sports Foundation
Empowerment Through Sport Leadership Series
You Can Play
Follow Angela on Twitter @angelahucles

Jovanna Damjanovic
One of biggest stories in this year’s Frauen Bundesliga season has been SC Sand reaching the German Cup final. And forward Jovanna Damjanovic has been a huge part of their success. The Serbian striker has hit 6 goals in the season so far and won Goal of the Week award twice in 2016. In this interview, Jovanna gives us insight into her life growing up in Serbia, playing for Red Star Belgrade, and her journey to Wolfsburgh at just 19 years of age.

The young power forward details her unbelievable Cinderella story of SC Sands. What does the future hold for her on a club level and on the international stage? Plus – what is she expecting in the upcoming match against England coming up in the Euro 2017 qualifiers? Jovanna shares with enthusiasm this and so much more! Don’t miss this interview with one of the world’s most exciting young players!

Frauen Bundesliga & Germany
The German league is reaching its conclusion! Adam sits down with our German correspondent Jana Lange to look at the big stories in the league. From Bayern marching on to a second title win in a row and a surprise in the DFB Cup semi-finals to the relegation battle and the German Champions League semi-final news – its all here and more.

While we have Jana here, WWFShow also looks at the German Women’s National Team as they prepare for the Olympics and the sad news of Nadine Kessler’s retirement. This is your one-stop shop for all things Germany!
Follow Jana on Twitter @jott_ell

PLUS…
NWSL and FAWSL updates, team news, Carli Lloyd injury update, and MORE!

Fade Out Music by Dropkick Murphys

Original Broadcast Date: May 1, 2016