Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

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Lorne Donaldson on Red Stars | Latest NWSL trades & signings | James & Shaw goals galore | Mewis & Fox WSL debuts (Soccer 01/22) Jan 23, 2024

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Darian Jenkins, and Christine Cupo kick of the show by discussing all the latest NWSL trades and signings with the Chicago Red Stars leading the way in recent weeks and the KC Current bring in the league's 14th Brazilian player, Bia (1:09). Then, the crew welcome in newly appointed Chicago Red Stars coach and former manager of the Reggae Girlz Lorne Donaldson. The group talk about why he took on the gig, how working on the international level has prepared him for the NWSL, his specific philosophy used to develop players, and if he has any new celebrations in his back pocket for accomplishments this season (11:59). And finally, the ladies breakdown all the results in over the weekend in the WSL including Emily Fox's league debut, Lauren James' hat trick, and Bunny Shaw's continued dominance (27:31).

Attacking Third is a finalist for the "Diverse Voices Award" category in the Sports Podcast Awards. Click on the link to vote for us!

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Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LisaCarlin32, @Jordangeli , @JennyaChiu and @Darian_Jenks. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast."

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Sam Mewis retires | Marta Award named in her honor | Alex Morgan Best XI controversy | Cece Kizer shock trade (Soccer 01/19) Jan 19, 2024

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, and Darian Jenkins kick things off by discussing the breaking news that Sam Mewis is retiring from the game, her unbelievable achievements and contributions both on an international and club level, and her future potential in the media world (1:08). Then, the team talk about Aitana Bonmatí being named FIFA Player of the Year and Lisa discusses the controversial decision to include Alex Morgan in the Best XI (7:28). Next, a chat about Marta getting an award named after her and the She Believes Cup announcement as the US will be joined by Canada, Japan, and Brazil (12:50). Next, the ladies discuss all the latest transfer news in the NWSL including the shock move by KC Current trading Cece Kizer to the Houston Dash and how the front office is viewed by both fans and players (21:45). And finally, a preview of the weekend's big matchups in the WSL which could include Emily Fox's debut in WSL for Arsenal (37:20).

Attacking Third is a finalist for the "Diverse Voices Award" category in the Sports Podcast Awards. Click on the link to vote for us!

https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/sports-diverse-voices-award/

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Interview: Laura Harvey on Seattle Reign | 2024 NWSL season expectations | The future of USWNT | Coaching style and strengths (Morning Footy) Jan 17, 2024

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Susannah Collins and Charlie Davies meet up with 3x NWSL Shield Winner, 3x NWSL Coach of the Year, and current Seattle Reign coach Laura Harvey at the coaches convention. She reflects on the team's loss to Gotham FC in last year's final, what she expects from her team in the upcoming NWSL campaign, her future at Seattle, and her belief that the NWSL is still the top league for women's soccer. And finally, a discussion about the future of the USWNT and the depth of talent, and who her coaching inspirations are.

Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

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NWSL Draft reactions | Sean Nahas on NC Courage and Ashley Sanchez | Seattle Reign rebrand | W FA Cup 5th RD Draw (Soccer 01/15) Jan 15, 2024

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Jenny Chiu, Lisa Carlin, Sandra Herrera, and Christine Cupo kick off the show by weighing in on the 2024 NWSL Draft, what it means to the players, the spectacle it has become, options for those not drafted, and debate whether or not it should still exist being that's it's "so painfully American" as Christine puts it (1:11). Then, NC Courage coach Sean Nahas is welcomed in to discuss life after Emily Fox, being on the receiving end of the surprising Ashley Sanchez trade, and what he's learned from the past that he'll take into the new campaign (14:41). Next, the group discuss the rebranding of OL Reign reverting back to Seattle Reign, the identity it brings now named after the city once again, and the timing of the announcement leading to their new bomber jacket being on full display thanks to coach Laura Harvey (30:18). And finally, with the release of the W FA Cup 5th Round schedule, the ladies discuss what matches they have their eye on, how Chelsea move on post-Sam Kerr injury, and make some predictions as well (39:42).

Attacking Third is a finalist for the "Diverse Voices Award" category in the Sports Podcast Awards. Click on the link to vote for us!

https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/sports-diverse-voices-award/

Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/

Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

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Ally Sentnor first overall pick | Bethune on being drafted by Spirit | NWSL Draft Night trade recap | Gotham FC's post-championship strategy (Soccer 01/12) Jan 13, 2024

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A3's NWSL Draft Special kicks off with Jenny Chiu and Darian Jenkins live from the studio and Darian describing her experience getting drafted into the league in 2017. The two then discuss UNC's presence early on in the draft having several players picked in round one (1:09). Next, Croix Bethune is welcomed in to talk about getting drafted by the Washington Spirit third overall (6:53). Then, Sandra Herrera joins the show to talk about the atmosphere surrounding the 2024 draft (11:10). Next, Jenny and Darian go over all the notable Draft Night trades that occurred prior to the start including the Spirit sending iron woman Sam Staab to Chicago (23:01). Then, a chat about defender Emily Fox signing with Arsenal and how new USWNT's coach Emma Hayes is encouraging more US players to get experience overseas. Sandra Herrera returns to talk about who has won and lost the draft so far and Bay FC's draft strategy (32:50). And finally, the A3 crew talk about Gotham FC's NWSL Draft strategy post-championship (42:24).

Attacking Third is a finalist for the "Diverse Voices Award" category in the Sports Podcast Awards. Click on the link to vote for us!

https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/sports-diverse-voices-award/

Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/

Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit

Interview: Emily Fox on signing for Arsenal, her WSL goals, competing against Emma Hayes (Morning Footy) Jan 12, 2024

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Fresh off of signing for Arsenal, USWNT defender Emily Fox talks to the Morning Footy crew about her decision to leave NWSL for England, the linage of American Gunners, and competing against Emma Hayes in WSL before the Chelsea coach takes charge of the USWNT.

Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Follow the Morning Footy podcast on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @susannahcollins, @nicocantor1, @NotAlexis, @CharlieDavies9

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Interview: Sophia Smith talks big changes in Portland, NWSL’s talent influx, Emma Hayes expectations (Morning Footy) Jan 12, 2024

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Sophia Smith joins the Morning Footy crew to discuss the new chapter Portland Thorns plan to write in 2024, NWSL’s free agency shakeup, making it into Alex Scott’s EAFC starting XI, and the effect Emma Hayes is already having on the USWNT player pool.

Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Follow the Morning Footy podcast on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @susannahcollins, @nicocantor1, @NotAlexis, @CharlieDavies9

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Women's International vs Domestic | Notable American overseas | Emily Fox joins Arsenal (Morning Footy) Jan 11, 2024

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The MF crew discuss the differences between international and domestic playing in the women's game. From what you gain playing over seas from style and perspective to how you grow both on and off the pitch and if the hiring of Emma Hayes to coach the USWNT will make playing abroad more appealing to Americans. The group also chat about how the NWSL values athleticism more than technical ability, the breaking news as Emily Fox officially joins Arsenal and how beneficial that will be for her, and finally, Ali Krieger talk about her own experience playing overseas and had she not, representing the US on the international probably wouldn't have happened.

Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Follow the Morning Footy podcast on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @susannahcollins, @nicocantor1, @NotAlexis, @CharlieDavies9

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Morning Footy's EA FC Women's Team of the Year | Mary Earps' impact on goalkeeping | Top level Americans (Morning Footy) Jan 11, 2024

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The MF team draft their EA FC Women's Team of the Year position by position from a 4-3-3 perspective. The group breakdown their choices and explain why they were picked. The group also talk about Mary Earps and her impact in net from her play to her jersey selling out within minutes multiple times.

Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Follow the Morning Footy podcast on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @susannahcollins, @nicocantor1, @NotAlexis, @CharlieDavies9

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Gotham FC 2023 season recap | From last to first | The Juan Carlos Amorós effect | Williams best defensive forward in world (Morning Footy) Jan 11, 2024

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The MF team take a break from the norm and sit down with Ali Krieger to reflect on Gotham FC's 2023 season from start to finish. They discuss going from worst to first, the Juan Carlos Amorós effect as manager, Krieger's role in the team as a defender, Darian calling Lynn Williams the best defensive forward in the world, Krieger carrying the weight of retirement throughout the season, and how Gotham won in style.

Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

Follow the Morning Footy podcast on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @susannahcollins, @nicocantor1, @NotAlexis, @CharlieDavies9

For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/

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