Meg Linehan, senior writer at The Athletic, joins Sarah to discuss the nominees for the 2024 NWSL Awards, explain the “Yes, And” she’d like to see from Canada Soccer, and give unaffiliated Slices reasons to root for each of the teams in the NWSL semifinals. Plus, we’re transitioning to Bluesky, and a listener rages against the “move the Connecticut Sun” machine.

• Check out Caitlin Clark’s epic shank at The ANNIKA pro-am here

• See the nominees and info for the 2024 NWSL Awards here, and cast your vote here

• Play NWSL Bingo with the Full Time with Meg Linehan crew on their IG account here

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With PWHL camps underway and season two right around the corner, our resident hockey expert, Alex, preps fans both new and old with her “PWHL 101" primer. Plus, college bracket season is back, we’re squeezing and zesting, and accidental doll porn.

• Read the Onward State story here

• The full NCAA soccer bracket is here

• Watch the super cute video of new Chicago Sky coach Tyler Marsh and his son here

• Listen to “Jocks in Jills” here

• Listen to “Moms Who Puck” here

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• • Boston Fleet

  • Minnesota Frost

  • Montreal Victoire

  • New York Sirens

  • Ottawa Charge

  • Toronto Sceptres

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Jeff Kassouf, ESPN reporter and creator of the women’s soccer site The Equalizer, joins Sarah to share his thoughts on the upcoming NWSL semifinal matchups, why he’s not in love with NWSL playoff expansion, and how the arrival of superstar African players has changed the landscape of the league. Plus, soup recipes (or a lack thereof) and the wonderful ways you Slices are positively impacting your little corners of the world.

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First, Sarah gets you caught up on the weekend’s NWSL playoff action and which teams are headed for the semifinals. Then she talks to Misha and Alex about travel quirks, big blowout wins, and bucket list destinations ahead of some show field trips! And you’re the Slices… but what’s our name? We need your help!

• Find info on semifinal matchups, how to watch games, and tickets to the NWSL Championship here

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Gotham FC and USWNT players Jenna Nighswonger and Yazmeen Ryan join Sarah to hand out team superlatives, discuss the team’s attempt to repeat as champs and share the importance of having a deep roster of versatile players. Plus, a preview of the NWSL quarterfinals and a WTFact about the fear mongering used to demonize trans athletes.

• The NWSL quarterfinal schedule is here

• Take a look at Racheal Kundananji’s viral ball stand here

• Check out the PWHL jerseys and pre-order them here

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• You can see the trophy that Nike gifted Sabrina Ionescu, featuring gold Sabrina 2’s, here

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As we take time to process the state of our nation, here’s Sarah’s espnW Summit interview with Grammy award winning musician Brittany Howard, formerly of Alabama Shakes. They discuss Brittany’s unbelievable vocal talent, her childhood, and playing for and with her musical heroes. Plus they imagine what their future farms will look like.

• Watch the Prince video Sarah mentioned here

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ESPN broadcaster and reporter Holly Rowe joins Sarah to talk about the history of women’s sports coverage, the biggest college hoops storylines, drinking moonshine in Pat Summitt’s kitchen, her lengthy off-the-record convo with Kim Mulkey and her slightly deranged airport persona. Plus, a “Yes, And” about the history of Iowa basketball, a box breath tutorial (you’ll thank us!), and Mish tries to make veebs happen.

• Order a copy of “Standing Tall” by C. Vivian Stringer here

• The college soccer schedule is here

• Keep up-to-date on which college soccer teams make the NCAA tourney here

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Sarah is back from the espnW Women + Sports Summit and has words of wisdom and leadership insight to share from some absolute rockstars in the women's pro sports space. Plus, Mish and Alex hop on to talk through their top college basketball storylines and we share your great tips and tricks for handling stress on Election Day. WHICH IS TODAY SO… go vote!

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• Check out Nancy Armour’s column here

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