Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast - NWSL Draft reactions | Sean Nahas on NC Courage and Ashley Sanchez | Seattle Reign rebrand | W FA Cup 5th RD Draw (Soccer 01/15)

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

01/15/24 • 57 min

Attacking Third: A CBS Sports Women's Soccer Podcast

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).

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undefined - 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)

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)

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).

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

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

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.

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