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The 2025 NWSL season is upon us, and there's plenty to discuss. Join Craig Hoffman and André Carlisle as they provide an in-depth, team-by-team preview of the upcoming season. They delve into each squad's key players, major storylines, and offer their takes on the latest kit designs.

Team Highlights:

• North Carolina Courage: After a significant offseason, the Courage have bolstered their roster with the addition of Jaedyn Shaw to offset the departure of Kerolin. Other strategic signings like Brooklyn Courtnall and Hannah Betfort are expected to play pivotal roles. With these changes, the Courage aim to be strong contenders this season.
• Seattle Reign: The Reign have made notable roster enhancements, including the acquisition of Madison Curry and Lynn Biyendolo (née Williams), to boost their speed and goal-scoring capabilities. The stability brought by new ownership has set high expectations for the team.
• Orlando Pride: As the defending NWSL Championship and NWSL Shield winners, the Pride are determined to maintain their dominance. With a roster featuring standout players like Marta, they are poised for another competitive season.

Kit Reviews:

The NWSL New Kit Reveal Day showcased all 14 teams introducing their latest designs for the 2025 season. Notable releases include:

• Angel City FC: Unveiled their "Los Angeles" secondary kit, reflecting the city's vibrant culture.
• Bay FC: Released both primary and secondary kits, capturing the essence of the Bay Area.
• Houston Dash: Introduced the "Cosmic Storm" jersey with a futuristic appeal.
• Orlando Pride: Presented the "Decennial Kit" to commemorate their ten-year anniversary.

Craig and André share their thoughts on these designs and more, discussing which teams hit the mark and which ones missed the mark.

Additional Storylines:

• Chicago Stars FC Rebranding: Formerly known as the Chicago Red Stars, the team has rebranded to Chicago Stars FC, unveiling a new name and crest for the 2025 season.

Tune in as Craig and André analyze these topics and more, providing insights and predictions for the upcoming NWSL season. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the league, this preview offers a comprehensive look at what's to come in 2025.

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Brittney Sykes didn't ask to be the leader of the Washington Mystics, but Sydney Johnson made it very clear, very quickly that she would be. Sykes talks about her evolution as a player, and as a leader on the young Mystics team, and how she plans to lead them after a disappointing 2024.

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Sonia Citron may be quiet, but she's paying attention...to everything. The rookie guard out of Notre Dame talks about her quiet nature (including that famous and hilarious mic'd up video), and how she uses it to her advantage to take in as much information as she can.
Plus, Citron dishes on her first experiences in the WNBA, and her amazing Orange Carpet look from WNBA Draft night.

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Sydney Johnson's coached in the WNBA, and he's been a head coach, but he's never been a head coach in the WNBA. He embarks on that challenge this season guiding Shakira Austin, Aaliyah Edwards, and the Mystics in what they hope will be a bounce back season.
Johnson talks about how Brittney Sykes and Stephanie Dolson will lead the young Mystics in 2025, and what fans can look for in his first season.

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The Washington Mystics are making major moves this offseason, and Craig Hoffman is joined by Jenn Hatfield of The Next to break it all down. They dive into the Ariel Atkins trade—why it happened and what it means for the Mystics' future. Plus, what could be next for the team? Craig and Jenn also analyze the Mystics' new head coach and front office hires, discussing what these changes signal for the franchise moving forward. Don’t miss this deep dive into the Mystics' offseason!

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Want to check out Hoffman W Sports Live? Subscribe on YouTube and catch The WNBA Show with Lyndsey D'Arcangelo Tuesdays and The NWSL Show with André Carlisle and Jason Anderson Thursdays at YouTube.com/@hoffmanwsports!