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She's Got Game #179 Nov 02, 2024

WNBA coaching changes, shoe deals and soccer

She's Got Game #178 Oct 26, 2024

Are the WNBA Champion New York Liberty a super-team? Jonquel Jones is named Finals MVP. Should the Lynx have a grievance with the officiating? Temwa Chawinga sets an NWSL record for most goals in a season. Michaela and Vanessa catch-up with members of The Get REAL Movement to combat 2LGBTQ+ discrimination.

She's Got Game #177 Oct 19, 2024

Sabrina Ionescu makes a 3-pointer from the logo to win pivotal Game 3 for the New York Liberty in the best-of-5 WNBA Finals. Next year, the Finals will expand to a best-of-7. Michaela and Vanessa catch-up with Canadian rubgy player Sohpie deGoede, after Canada went to the final of the World Rugby WXV1 tournament against world no.1 England. Vanessa regales us with tales of her trip to watch Chelsea beat Arsenal 2-1 in front of 45,000 fans in London. The loss cost Arsenal head coach Jonas Eidevall his job. Christine Sinclair scores to help Portland end Orlando’s NWSL record 23-game unbeaten streak. The NWSL’s newest club, BOS Nation FC, is facing a backlash with their failed brand launch.

She's Got Game #176 Oct 12, 2024

Michaela and Vanessa make their annual WNBA Finals wagers and tee up the championship series between New York and Minnesota! The Lynx’ Napheesa Collier is making her bid for Playoff MVP. As expected, Christine Sinclair is named co-owner of the NSL’s Vancouver Rise. Marta converts a penalty in the clinching match as the undefeated Orlando Pride capture the NWSL Shield. And Michaela and Vanessa give you part two of their interview with TSN's Claire Hanna - the hardest working reporter in women's sports!

She's Got Game #175 Oct 05, 2024

TSN’s intrepid reporter Claire Hanna joins the show to tell us about her experience covering the biggest events in the world, including the Paris Olympics, FIFA Women’s World Cup and the inaugural PWHL season! Christine Sinclair announces her retirement from professional soccer after the end of the current NWSL season. The WNBA Semifinals are attracting a record number of TV viewers. Sabrina Ionescu is showing up again in the playoffs for the New York Liberty.

She's Got Game #174 Sep 28, 2024

The all-too-brief first round of the WNBA Playoffs go completely chalk. Caitlin Clark and the Fever proved too green in their first post-season go-around. Michaela and Vanessa make their second round picks! The new WSL season is under way. Canadian Kadeisha Buchanan helped Chelsea win their opener while Arsenal and Man. City played to a draw. And thoughts on the Hope Solo doc, which none of her ex-teammates would agree to appear on.

She's Got Game #173 Sep 21, 2024

A’ja Wilson records her 1,000th career WNBA point. Is Diana Taurasi really retiring? Michaela and Vanessa make their WNBA title picks and have expansion news – again! Portland will join the league as the 15th team in 2026, the same year as Toronto. How long until the WNBA makes it an even 16? WSL broadcasting rights are changing, but is it for the better?

She's Got Game #172 Sep 14, 2024

The PWHL finally and officially unveiled their team names, colours and logos! Michaela and Vanessa are joined by the PWHL’s Senior Vice President of Business Operations, Amy Scheer to get the details. We’re gearing up for the WNBA playoffs. There’s WNBA lottery intrigue with the prize being Paige Bueckers, who’s a shoe-in to go first overall. WNBA commissioner Cathey Engelbert is facing scrutiny after being asked to weigh-in on fan-racism directed towards Angel Reese. A'ja Wilson sets a new WNBA record for most points in a single season and is running away with the MVP award.

She's Got Game #171 Sep 07, 2024

Michaela and Vanessa get to know Ottawa’s latest pro soccer team – Ottawa Rapid FC of the new Northern Super League – by talking to CEO Thomas Gilbert and COO Stephanie Spruston. The Indiana Fever are on fire and Caitlin Clark will make the playoffs in her rookie season. Alex Morgan hangs up her cleats at 35 years old. Michaela and Vanessa try to guess PWHL team names.

She's Got Game #170 Aug 31, 2024

Seattle names a street after Sue Bird and Reign FC retires Megan Rapinoe’s number 15. Christine Sinclair and Vancouver Rise FC are teasing a future connection. Caitlin Clark is setting records in the WNBA. The WNBA playoff picture is coming into focus. The Paralympics are under way! And you get a US Open update.

She's Got Game #169 Aug 24, 2024

The NWSL has a new CBA: the salary cap is going up and they’re eliminating the draft. Portland Thorns trade Canada’s Janine Beckie to Racing Louisville. The latest FIFA rankings are out. The WNBA is back in full force after the Olympic break: who are your favourites for the MVP award?

She's Got Game #168 Aug 17, 2024

Michaela and Vanessa recap the Olympics: including USA’s sweep of soccer and basketball Gold, Imane Kahelif’s boxing triumph and Jordan Chiles being stripped of her bronze medal. They also reveal their favourite Olympic moments. The WNBA is back! The Indiana Fever will host next year’s All-Star Game. Dearica Hamby is taking the Las Vegas Aces to court, filing a discrimination lawsuit against Becky Hammond. And Ottawa’s NSL team name and logo are released!

She's Got Game #167 Aug 10, 2024

Michaela and Vanessa wrap-up the Paris Games and debate who should be Canada’s flag-bearer for the closing ceremonies. What are the takeaways from Canada’s performances in soccer and basketball? Can Brazil’s Marta finally capture a major soccer title? What were your favourite events to watch?

She's Got Game #166 Aug 03, 2024

Well, well, well, how the turntables… Canada reaches the knockout stage of the Olympic soccer tournament despite being docked six points for the spying scandal. More details have surfaced on just how extensive spying programs are at the sport’s highest level. Brazilian legend Marta gets red-carded and might’ve played in her last Olympic match, while the Americans look like the best team by far. 17-year-old Canadian swimmer Summer McIntosh is fulfilling her great promise with a fantastic showing at the Paris Games.

She's Got Game #165 Jul 28, 2024

Canadian soccer officials are embroiled in controversy after flying a drone to spy on another team’s practice. On the pitch, Canada opens their Olympic title defence with a victory. We saw Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese as teammates at the WNBA All-Star Game. Christine Sinclair and Sue Bird were conspicuously left off ESPN’s list of the top 100 athletes of the 21st Century.

She's Got Game #164 Jul 20, 2024

Michaela and Vanessa catch-up with Canadian heptathlete Georgia Ellenwood who competed in the Tokyo Olympics but is inured and won’t compete in Paris. Ellenwood gives us insight into what her fellow Canadian track and field teammates are going through. Canada is set to defend their Olympic Gold Medal in soccer. There are new revelations into the toxic environment of harassment and bullying with PWHL Minnesota, who’ve been mired in controversy ever since they won the league’s inaugural championship. The WNBA is closing in on a record new multi-billion dollar TV rights deal. And Caitlin Clark sets a new WNBA record for most assists in a single game.

She's Got Game #163 Jul 13, 2024

A’ja Wilson is the first-ever WNBA player to land on the cover on NBA2K25! Caitlin Clark becomes the first WNBA rookie to ever put up a triple-double. Fellow rookie Angel Reese posts a double-double in 13-straight games to set a new WNBA record. Michaela and Vanessa speak to Chanel Keenan, a disability advocate who held the unique role of Intersectionality Consultant with the Seattle Kraken. Chanel had a one-of-a-kind job in the NHL: striving to make hockey a more inclusive sport for all. Orlando ends Kansas City’s unbeaten streak in a clash of the two best teams in the NWSL. The Portland Thorns sign a key player who starred at last year’s World Cup. PWHL Ottawa re-sign their second-leading scorer and their fan-favourite backup goalie.

She's Got Game #162 Jul 06, 2024

The Olympics start later this month! Get to know Toshka Besharah-Hrebacka and Natalie Davison, who are headed to Paris as part of Canada’s Canoe/Kayak sprint team, but not before joining Michaela and Vanessa for a chat. Michaela and Vanessa also break down Canada’s Olympic Soccer roster. Were there any glaring omissions? The San Diego Wave are in hot water after club President Jill Ellis is publicly accused of fostering an abusive workplace environment by a pair of former employees. The WNBA’s All-Star roster was released. Caitlin Clark garnered the most votes and fellow superstar rookie Angel Reese wasn’t far behind.

She's Got Game #161 Jun 29, 2024

Michaela and Vanessa catch up with PWHL forward Rebecca Leslie, who leaves Toronto to sign with her hometown team in Ottawa. The USWNT release their roster for the upcoming Olympics and there were some surprising veteran omissions: Alex Morgan was left off, while the controversial Korbin Albert made the team, despite her history of anti-LGTBQ+ comments. The Minnesota Lynx serve notice to the rest of the WNBA by winning the Commissioner’s Cup.

She's Got Game #160 Jun 22, 2024

Michaela and Vanessa speak to TSN’s Kayla Grey about her community work and all things WNBA! Los Angeles Sparks star rookie Cameron Brink will miss the Olympics with a torn ACL. The Indiana Fever are stringing wins together for the first time in forever. New York and Minnesota will meet in the Commissioner’s Cup final. The PWHL season is done but the league is still making news for all the wrong reasons. Sam Kerr couldn’t help but prank Chelsea fans before announcing her contract extension.

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She's Got Game #159 Jun 15, 2024

It’s always Pride Month here on She’s Got Game! Michaela and Vanessa announce their partnership with non-profit initiative – The Get REAL Movement and Rainbow Railroad – to run/walk/move 5K for 2SLGBTQ+ rights (link below)! Get the lowdown on the PWHL’s first-ever Entry Draft and Awards. There’s big-time controversy surrounding PWHL Champion Minnesota. Caitlin Clark is left off USA’s Olympic basketball team.

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She's Got Game #158 Jun 08, 2024

Canada’s women’s national soccer team gets a tune-up before the Olympics, but we won’t know the final roster until the end of the month – Michaela and Vanessa speculate on who could be headed to Paris. What form are Canada’s competitors in less than 50 days before the Olympic tournament kicks off? The Caitlin Clark-Kennedy Carter incident and the controversy it’s drummed up has national sports pundits talking WNBA like never-before. And A’ja Wilson did something that no WNBA player has ever done.

She's Got Game #157 Jun 01, 2024

PWHL Minnesota go from being on the brink of elimination to first place Toronto – who picked them to be their first round opponent – to winning the first-ever Walter Cup! Taylor Heise’s 4 goals and 5 points in the final 2 games were enough for her to be named Playoff MVP. Hilary Knight went pointless in 8 playoff games for PWHL Boston after a less-than-stellar regular season. Canada is finally and officially getting a new pro women’s soccer circuit: the 6-team Northern Super League! The NSL will kick off in April 2025. Barcelona is a dynasty, capturing their third UEFA Champions League title in the last 4 years. Caitlin Clark drops a game-winning 3-pointer and then puts up 30 points in back-to-back games as she finds her way in her rookie WNBA season. And get a French Open update!

She's Got Game #156 May 25, 2024

‘Minister of Defence’ retired Keeper Stephanie Labbé – who backstopped Canada to soccer gold in Tokyo – joins Michaela and Vanessa. She’s now GM of Vancouver Whitecaps FC. The WNBA is coming to Toronto in 2026! Michaela and Vanessa have some team name suggestions. The New York Liberty welcomed Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever for their home opener at Barclays Center and Michaela was there to witness Ellie the Elephant steal the show! Michaela and Vanesa dispel the myth that Clark is struggling. Sabrina Ionescu has reached another level in her fourth season. Rookie Nika Muhl is stepping into Sue Bird’s shadow in Seattle. And it’s an all-American PWHL Final.

She's Got Game #155 May 18, 2024

Toronto is getting a WNBA team in 2026! Michaela and Vanessa have all the info ahead of next week’s big press conference. The PWHL Playoffs have been thrilling! Montreal is swept by Boston in 3 shocking OT games. Minnesota has turned the tables on Toronto. 2.1 million viewers tuned in to watch Caitlin Clark put up 20 points and commit 10 turnovers in her pro debut. A’ja Wilson finally has her own signature shoe! Has Vivianne Miedema played her last game for WSL Arsenal?

She's Got Game #154 May 11, 2024

Ottawa head coach Carla Macleod joins Michaela and Vanessa to look back on a whirlwind inaugural PWHL season. Ottawa fell short in their post-season bid, but the playoffs are underway in Montreal and Toronto. Toronto had fun on social media choosing their semi-final opponent. Natalie Spooner scores the PWHL’s first-ever playoff goal. Caitlin Clark is set to make her professional debut as a new WBNA season gets underway. Chelsea’s WSL title hopes are resurrected after an 8-0 win coupled with a Man City loss.

She's Got Game #153 May 04, 2024

Trans athletes are under attack – again – but Michaela and Vanessa illustrate how they’re not a threat to women’s sports and how we should let all kids play. A WBNA legend announces her retirement. The inaugural PWHL playoffs are almost here – who’s got a spot and who’s still fighting for one? Chelsea had pre-season dreams of a quadruple, but they might not win any titles at all this season.

She's Got Game #152 Apr 27, 2024

The inaugural PWHL season is in the home stretch! Marie-Philip Poulin gets a standing ovation at a game in Montreal that set the new all-time attendance record for women’s pro hockey. Ottawa gets two critical wins to help them in their playoff push, thanks to four goals from Brianne Jenner. The Portland Thorns are turning it around after a rough start to their NWSL season. Man City lose their top scorer – possibly for the season – as they jostle with Chelsea atop the WSL table. WNBA teams like Washington and Las Vegas are moving games against Caitlin Clark and Indiana to larger arenas to accommodate the demand for tickets.

She's Got Game #151 Apr 20, 2024

Brianne Jenner, fresh off winning gold at the Worlds, joins Michaela and Vanessa to talk about Canada’s thrilling OT win over the Americans and captaining Ottawa down the stretch of the PWHL’s inaugural season. The Indiana Fever select generational phenom Caitlin Clark 1st overall in the WNBA draft – which peaked at over 3 million TV viewers – Michaela and Vanessa break down the rest of the picks.

She's Got Game #150 Apr 13, 2024

The women outdraw the men in NCAA Finals viewership. South Carolina caps a perfect season with a National Championship, one year after almost doing it. Does Caitlin Clark need to eventually win a WNBA Championship to be truly considered the G.O.A.T.? Canada succumbs to the Americans in penalties at the She Believes Cup. And Penny Oleksiak is back in the pool after dealing with health issues and she’s gearing up for this summer’s Paris Games.

She's Got Game #149 Apr 06, 2024

The NCAA Final Four is here! How’s your bracket? Iowa’s Caitlin Clark had her revenge on LSU in the Elite 8. Angel Reese declares for the WNBA draft. UConn took out USC – is Aaliyah Edwards under-appreciated? The PWHL championship trophy has been named and unveiled! Arsenal beats Chelsea to capture the Conti Cup. Leah Williamson is back training with the Lionesses for the first time in a year. Was USWNT midfielder Korbin Albert’s apology to the LGBTQ+ community sincere?

She's Got Game #148 Mar 30, 2024

It’s time for a March Madness bracket check! Caitlin Clark plays her last game in Iowa. NCAA women’s basketball TV ratings are through the roof. PWHL Toronto’s epic win-streak comes to an end. ACL injuries continue to plague women’s soccer as Gotham FC lose Midge Purce to a left-knee tear – are packed schedules and too many International breaks to blame?

She's Got Game #147 Mar 23, 2024

The NCAA Frozen Four is this weekend and Michaela and Vanessa speak to the Director of Women’s College Hockey, Sadie Lundquist. How many brackets are too many? Michaela and Vanessa made March Madness picks this year… and they are nervous. The WNBA feels slighted by their TV deal with ABC/Disney. It was a ginormous opening weekend for the NWSL with a new Challenge Cup format. Janine Beckie is back in a big way, 366 days after her injury and the Portland Thorns are off and running. Get a Champions League quarterfinals update. Is it too soon to stress over the Olympic soccer groupings? And Ottawa makes a shocking move at the PWHL’s trade deadline.

She's Got Game #146 Mar 16, 2024

Michaela and Vanessa welcome PWHL Ottawa forward Emily Clark to the show! Emily talks about the league selling out big arenas and Ottawa’s tight playoff race. The USWNT are your inaugural Gold Cup champions. The Carleton Ravens win back-to-back OUA Titles. The NCAA Conference Finals are done. The Las Vegas Aces sellout their season ticket packages in record time. And Michaela and Vanessa continue their Women's History Month feature.

She's Got Game #145 Mar 09, 2024

Canada cries foul after their Gold Cup semi-final loss to the U.S. Pouring rain made conditions perilous in San Diego. Is CONCACAF to blame? Luckily, no one was hurt. It’ll be Chelsea v Arsenal in the Conti Cup final at the end of March. England and Ireland draw into the group of death for Euro 2025 qualifiers. Caitlin Clark has all the NCAA records now. Michaela and Vanessa break in a brand new segment: “For a Dollar, Name a Woman!” The dream of a Toronto WNBA expansion team may not be dead. The PWHL needle is pointing up for Montreal and Toronto, but down for Ottawa.

She's Got Game #144 Mar 02, 2024

Michaela and Vanessa chat with Tara Llanes from Canada’s National Wheelchair Basketball Team, prepping for Paris 2024. The USWNT loses on home soil to a CONCACAF opponent for the first time in over two decades. Spain, the World Cup champs, look impressive in Olympic qualification. Caitlyn Clark declares for the WNBA draft while setting more all-time NCAA records. Breanna Stewart signs a one-year extension with the N.Y. Liberty. PWHL Ottawa hosted New York in a battle of desperate teams as the league rolled out exciting new rule changes and an innovative playoff format.

She's Got Game #143 Feb 24, 2024

This week on She’s Got Game PWHL forward Natalie Spooner, joins Michaela and Vanessa to talk about the attendance record in women’s hockey. Plus it was a big weekend for the WSL as the Gold Cup is underway.

She's Got Game #142 Feb 17, 2024

Caitlin Clark becomes the NCAA’s all-time leading scorer and she set the record in style by sinking a signature 3-pointer. Diana Matheson gives us a Project 8 update. It’s WSL rivalry weekend. the Lionesses are healthy again. Jonquel Jones re-signs with the WBNA’s New York Liberty.

She's Got Game #141 Feb 10, 2024

Lexie fever is sweeping the nation! Michaela and Vanessa talk to one of the PWHL’s most popular players: Ottawa’s Lexie Adzija. Should Arsenal fans be concerned with their losses against lesser WSL teams? USNWT captain Lindsay Horan stirs up controversy after saying American soccer fans “aren’t smart.” The Seattle Storm are contenders again after making waves in WNBA free agency. Canadian swimming sensation Summer McIntosh dominates American star Katie Ledecky in the pool.

She's Got Game #140 Feb 03, 2024

The worst kept secret in soccer is out: Jessie Flemming is officially a member of the Portland Thorns, joining fellow Canadians Christine Sinclair and Janine Beckie. Iowa’s Caitlin Clark vaults into 2nd place in career NCAA scoring and is on-pace to break the all-time record by mid-February. WNBA free agency is in full-swing and a surprising name is leaving L.A. after 12 years. It’s never too early to talk Olympic Basketball rosters. The Champions League quarterfinal draw is upon us while soccer players keep suffering serious knee injuries. There's good news and bad news from the world of figure skating. And the PWHL 3-on-3 showcase is going down at the NHL All-Star Game in Toronto – with a bit of WNBA flavour.

She's Got Game #139 Jan 27, 2024

Michaela and Vanessa are joined by Jill Burgin, Chief Marketing Officer of AFC Toronto City of the new Canadian Women’s Pro Soccer League to discuss the league’s launch in 2025 and what they’re learning from the PWHL. Speaking of the PWHL, it was a busy week as Toronto’s Brianne Jenner finally got off the schneid and Marie-Philip Poulin took the league’s goal-scoring lead as Montreal moved up the standings. Lots more soccer news as Christine Sinclair confirms she’ll be returning to the NWSL's Thorns for another season and Jessie Fleming might leave Chelsea to join her in Portland. While Bev Priestman will return to coach Canada at the next World Cup.

She's Got Game #138 Jan 20, 2024

Michaela and Vanessa are joined by PWHL chairperson Jayna Hefford and U.S. Ambassador David L. Cohen to talk about Hockey Week. Get the latest on the first few weeks of the fledging PWHL. And Caitlin Clark keeps setting NCAA basketball records.

She's Got Game #137 Jan 13, 2024

Bad news for soccer fans worldwide as Chelsea’s Sam Kerr suffers a season-ending knee injury and will most likely miss this summers’ Olympics. Are female athletes getting injured more often? If so, could it be attributed to a lack of resources? A prominent NWSL team will change ownership, team name, logo and colours. The PWHL keeps breaking attendance records. Marie-Philip Poulin silences her critics by notching a hat trick for Montreal. The NCAA signs a massive TV deal with ESPN. The amazing Caitlin Clark notches a triple double and drains a no-look, half-court shot. WNBA free agency is almost upon us. Could Elena Della Donne be heading west?

She's Got Game #136 Jan 06, 2024

PWHL games are underway! Michaela and Vanessa have blanket coverage of the league’s inaugural slate of games. They also speak to Hayley Scamurra, who scored the Ottawa franchise's first-ever goal in a game that set an attendance record for women’s pro hockey. Caitlin Clark of the Iowa Hawkeyes keeps breaking NCAA basketball records. The defending NWSL Champions Gotham FC are loading up on big name players this off season. And Michaela and Vanessa make their bold women’s sports predictions for 2024!

She's Got Game #135 Dec 30, 2023

Michaela and Vanessa share some their best interviews from 2023, including Canadian soccer stars Sophie Schmidt and Quinn, soccer legend turned exec. Diana Matheson and Team Canada hockey superstar Sarah Nurse!

She's Got Game #134 Dec 28, 2023

Michaela and Vanessa recap a massive year in women's sports by giving out their year-end awards: the best and worst moments of 2023, the heroes and losers, highlights, MVPs and best quotes!

She's Got Game #133 Dec 16, 2023

We have bidders for the 2027 Women’s World Cup. Chelsea bests Arsenal in the London Derby. Lauren James is in hot water again. Vanessa shares her Caitlin Clark conspiracy theory as Indiana is awarded the No.1 pick – again – in the WNBA draft. Paige Bueckers scored her 1000th point in the NCAA. Ann-Sophie Bettez signs with the PWHL’s Montreal Echo.

She's Got Game #132 Dec 15, 2023

Christine Sinclair changed the game. Michaela and Vanessa share their thoughts and emotions on her final match for Canada. Stunning upsets mark Olympic soccer qualification in Europe. Will Caitlin Clark turn pro or stay in college? The PWHL regular season is fast approaching and Toronto has already sold out all of their season ticket packages.

She's Got Game #131 Dec 02, 2023

It’s hard to understate what Christine Sinclair has meant to Canada’s transformation into a soccer nation as she’s set to play her final international game on Tuesday. The PWHL released its schedule and launched its revamped website. The WNBA’s Phoenix Mercury has posted cryptic social media messages about Diana Taurasi’s future.

She's Got Game #130 Nov 25, 2023

The USWNT is leaving some big name veterans like Alex Morgan off its roster for upcoming friendlies against China to better evaluate younger players. It’s never too early to talk 2024 Paris Games. Over in the NCAA, where is LSU’s Angel Reese? Caitlin Clark got to spread her wings on the Manningcast. The PWHL will drop the puck in less than two months. Ottawa and Toronto have signed most of their players. The Montreal Echo could be formidable but have been slow to get their players under contract. And find out how to join Michaela and Vanessa for a Women’s Sports Trivia Night for a good cause!

She's Got Game #129 Nov 18, 2023

Gotham FC are your 2023 NWSL champions! OL Reign’s title drought continues while Megan Rapinoe was injured in her final game. Michaela and Vanessa also recap matchday one in UEFA Champions League. The NCAA basketball season is heating up as UConn’s Paige Bueckers slowly rounds into form returning from injury. PWHL training camps are underway!

She's Got Game #128 Nov 11, 2023

Michaela and Vanessa set up the NWSL Final between a pair of unlikely teams in Gotham FC and OL Reign, who both squeaked into the playoffs. Who will retire with a championship: Ali Krieger or Megan Rapinoe? The NCAA season is underway and Caitlin Clark is reminding everyone how good she is at basketball. Also get WSL updates and a recap of game one of hockey’s Canada-U.S. Rivalry Series.

She's Got Game #127 Nov 04, 2023

Vanessa was in Montreal to witness Christine Sinclair’s farewell tour. Michaela and Vanessa talk Ballon d’Or disrespect and U.S. soccer coaching candidates. Get your NWSL semi-final primer and predictions. Which NWSL awards nominees will win?

She's Got Game #126 Oct 28, 2023

Michaela and Vanessa have a lot of thoughts and feelings about Canadian sports legend Christine Sinclair announcing her retirement from the CWNST. The NWSL semi-final matchups – including Sinclair’s Portland Thorns – are set, the WSL season is heating up, the UEFA women’s Champions League groups have been drawn, we have team names in the PWHL and swimmer Maggie MacNeil makes Canadian history at the Pan Am Games!

She's Got Game #125 Oct 21, 2023

A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces were sterling in dropping just a single playoff game en route to becoming the WNBA’s first back-to-back champs in 21 years. Michaela and Vanessa break down the NWSL playoff bracket. Over in the WSL, Sam Kerr scored in her return to Chelsea while Beth Mead is back with Arsenal after missing 11 months due to injury. PWHL training camp rosters were released and Michaela and Vanessa are excited!

She's Got Game #124 Oct 14, 2023

The Las Vegas Aces are putting together a WNBA playoff run for the ages. A’ja Wilson is proving her worth when it matters most – again – despite finishing third in MVP voting. What’s happened to the New York Liberty’s star players in these Finals? NWSL playoff scenarios are taking shape and the league's Golden Boot award is coming down to the wire. In Europe, Canadian Cloe Lacasse plays hero for Arsenal in the WSL, while Jorge Vilda finds another job less than a month after being fired by the Spanish Soccer Federation. Closer to home, Canada Soccer announces friendlies against Brazil in Montreal and Halifax.

She's Got Game #123 Oct 07, 2023

The WNBA drops expansion tweets on the eve of the Finals… but what about Toronto? Michaela and Vanessa break down the series between the Liberty and Aces. Will Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers turn pro? Across the pond, the WSL season kicked off with big results for Chelsea and Liverpool. Back west, Seattle gears up for Megan Rapinoe night!

She's Got Game #122 Sep 30, 2023

Michaela and Vanessa were at BMO Field – part of a record crowd – to witness Canada punch their ticket to Paris 2024 with a win over Jamaica. Was it Christine Sinclair’s final game with Team Canada on home soil? South of the border, Megan Rapinoe officially played her last game for Team USA. The WNBA handed out their awards and Breanna Stewart took home her 2nd MVP nod. And Michaela makes a bold WNBA playoff prediction.

She's Got Game #121 Sep 23, 2023

The PWHL held its historic first draft and some big names read out the picks: we break down each of the six rosters. We’re also joined by Diana Matheson of Project 8, who is getting closer to launching Canada’s first women’s pro soccer league. We’re into Round 2 of the WNBA Playoffs. And Megan Rapinoe plays her last NWSL game in Portland.

She's Got Game #120 Sep 21, 2023

The WNBA playoffs are underway - Lindsay D'Arcangelo of the Athletic breaks down all the matchups! The US Open wrapped up with Coco Gauff winning her first major title. And the North Carolina Courage are NWSL Challenge Cup champs.

She's Got Game #119 Sep 21, 2023

PWHL General Managers for all six inaugural teams have been announced. The Spanish Soccer federation finally parts ways with disgraced Spanish women's national team coach Jorge Vilda. The WNBA MVP-race is heating up and could the Connecticut Sun play spoiler this year?

She's Got Game #118 Sep 02, 2023

It’s long overdue, but a new professional women’s hockey league is coming to North America in 2024. How will the PWHL handle its draft and free agency? Michaela and Vanessa speak with Claire Hanna, who was in Australia covering the Women’s World Cup for TSN. Claire interviewed an emotional Christine Sinclair after what could’ve been her last match for Canada and witnessed the epic final between England and Spain. Claire also gives us her thoughts on the birth of the PWHL. FIFA is getting involved in the Spanish Soccer Federation scandal. A clash of WNBA titans signals the arrival of the push the playoffs. And over 92,000 fans watched a women’s volleyball game in Nebraska to break a record.

She's Got Game #117 Aug 26, 2023

Michaela and Vanessa review the Women’s World Cup. Spain’s victory is overshadowed by the controversy surrounding their federation. Australia-New Zealand 2023 was the most-attended Women’s World Cup of all-time. Michaela and Vanessa are also joined by Eva Havaris of Tennis Canada, which is pioneering diversity, equity and inclusivity initiatives. And Vanessa asks why A’ja Wilson isn’t the face of the WNBA yet.

She's Got Game #116 Aug 19, 2023

Michaela and Vanessa break down the Spain-England final at the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Spain has a teenage phenom coming through for them in the knockout stage despite the team’s controversy with their coach. Meanwhile, the Lionesses had to survive a wild semifinal against the host nation to make it this far and they have a tough roster decision to make for Sunday’s final. Australia-New Zealand 2023 viewership is through the roof while the USWNT predictably sacked their coach. Michaela and Vanessa haven’t forgotten about the WNBA as the New York Liberty won the 2023 Commissioner's Cup.

She's Got Game #115 Aug 12, 2023

History is being made every day at the FIFA Women’s World Cup – from the U.S. bowing out early to record attendance, Michaela and Vanessa go over it all and get you set for the quarterfinals. They’re joined by former Canadian keeper, now TSN analyst Erin McLeod.

She's Got Game #114 Aug 05, 2023

Michaela and Vanessa pick up the pieces after Canada’s group stage exit from the FIFA Women’s World Cup. What’s next for Christine Sinclair? Is women's soccer being properly supported by Canada Soccer? Are the Americans' struggles a sign the gap between nations has closed?

She's Got Game #113 Jul 29, 2023

So, how are your nerves – and sleep patterns – after Canada’s first two games on the other side of the globe? Michaela and Vanessa prep you for Monday morning’s monumental match against host Australia. Who has surprised and who has looked merely pedestrian in the early stages of the tournament?

She's Got Game #112 Jul 22, 2023

It's all World Cup, all the time: did Michaela and Vanessa see anything from Canada's opening match at the FIFA World Cup they could build on going forward? What else stood out from the other openers and which matches can we look forward to this week?

She's Got Game #111 Jul 15, 2023

Michaela and Vanessa pour over the recently-released World Cup rosters. This will be the last World Cup for several of the sport’s greatest legends including Marta, Megan Rapinoe and Christine Sinclair. How will Canada fare in the "group of death?" Michaela and Vanessa also set you up for WNBA All-Star weekend, review the late stages of Wimbledon and let you know which tennis superstar will be playing in Montreal for likely the final time next month.

She's Got Game #110 Jul 08, 2023

Huge shake-up in the world of women’s hockey – a new North American pro league is set to launch in January 2024! We’re just 2 weeks away from the World Cup and FIFA is banning players from wearing LGBTQ+ armbands. A new 3-on-3 American basketball league will begin play during the WNBA’s offseason.

She's Got Game #109 Jul 01, 2023

WWCFL player Alyssa Funk of the champion Saskatoon Valkyries joins Michaela and Vanessa to espouse the joys of women’s tackle football. Canada Soccer is near bankruptcy – how will it affect the women’s team heading into the World Cup? What’s HotShot and why are NWSL players drinking it? The All-star rosters are out and we have another coaching change in the WNBA. A former world no.1 tennis legend is making a comeback and her first match will be on Canadian soil. Vanessa profiles Australian soccer star Sam Kerr.

She's Got Game #108 Jun 24, 2023

Canadian soccer star Quinn is mentoring young athletes and joins Michaela and Vanessa to talk about it and much more! The U.S. loses a key player to injury ahead of next month’s World Cup in Australia. We have our first coaching casualty midway into the NWSL season. Are WNBA teams really inching closer to using charter flights? Jewell Loyd is single-handedly trying to drag the Seattle Storm back into the win column in their post-dynasty era.

She's Got Game #107 Jun 17, 2023

It's Festivus in June: Michaela and Vanessa airs their grievances, like ‘firsts’ that aren’t actually ‘firsts.’ They also get you excited for next month's FIFA Women's World Cup. The NWSL gets called out for its transgender policy. WNBA legend Sue Bird had her jersey retired by the Seattle Storm. Leyla Annie Fernandez and Taylor Townshend made quite the run to the French Open doubles' final.

She's Got Game #106 Jun 10, 2023

Sophie de Goede, captain of Canada's national women's Rugby team, joins the show as Ottawa is set to host the 2023 Pacific Four Series in July. Aliyah Boston is tearing up the WNBA and was named rookie of the month for May, while two super teams are emerging in the early going. Michaela and Vanessa lament that this summer's World Cup will be the last for some of the legends of women's soccer and tell you why the NWSL's Portland Thorns vs. OL Reign is one of the greatest rivalries in sports.

She's Got Game #105 Jun 03, 2023

Michaela and Vanessa celebrate Pride Month! Marie-Philip Poulin and Laura Stacey are engaged! Sam Kerr will leave Chelsea for Bayern Munich. Is the NWSL getting it wrong with the Challenge Cup? The U.S. has some tough roster decisions to make ahead of the Women’s World Cup while Canada deals with injuries. Breanna Stewart returns to Seattle for the first time as a member of the N.Y. Liberty.

She's Got Game #104 May 27, 2023

Michaela recounts her trip to Portland to see Christine Sinclair and the Thorns in action. Chelsea are crowned FA Cup champs for a third-straight season. Is there a player you’ve never seen live who you want to see live? If you could turn one women’s sports story into a documentary, which would it be? TV ratings for the WNBA’s opening weekend were historic. And find out which big-time hockey player is leaping from the PWHPA to the PHF.

She's Got Game #103 May 20, 2023

Toronto was hyped to host its first-ever WNBA preseason game and proved it's ready for a WNBA expansion franchise. Michaela and Vanessa speak with very special guest, award-winning journalist Sarah Spai,n who was in Toronto for the game.

She's Got Game #102 May 13, 2023

The first-ever WNBA game north of the border takes place this weekend in Toronto, featuring Canadian Bridget Carleton and the Minnesota Lynx tipping off against the Chicago Sky in a preseason clash. ‘Cake-gate’ is uncovering the pervasive inequality in the tennis world. American female hockey players want the U.S. national program to give them the same resources and pay that their luckier Canadian counterparts receive.

She's Got Game #101 May 06, 2023

Michaela and Vanessa have your NWSL highlights and international soccer updates. Find out how FIFA is defending women’s soccer. Get the latest from the world of tennis and find out what Serena’s up to. Michaela and Vanessa tease the upcoming WNBA season and feature the Jaedyn Shaw, the youngest soccer player to ever score in her NWSL debut.

She's Got Game #100 Apr 29, 2023

Canadian soccer star and National Team captain Sophie Schmidt joins Michaela and Vanessa for episode 100! They’re also joined by retired CWNT standout Diana Matheson and AFC Toronto City CEO Helena Ruken to speak about growing the women’s pro game in Canada.

She's Got Game #99 Apr 22, 2023

We catch up with very special guest Sarah Nurse and touch on everything from playing in this year’s World Championship to being on the cover of EA Sports NHL 2023. Get the latest soccer news, including NWSL expansion to San Francisco. And we feature teen soccer stars Alyssa and Gisele Thompson.

She's Got Game #98 Apr 15, 2023

The WNBA draft was stacked, so why is it taking so long for the league to expand beyond 12 teams? Canada played France in their final tune-up friendly before this summer’s Women’s World Cup, while Team Canada had a close call at the Women’s World Hockey Championship.

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