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A podcast covering all things about the Washington Spirit. The 2021 NWSL Champions are the only professional women's soccer team in the DMV area and we're going to bring you match previews, reviews, interviews, analysis, community chatter, and everything else.
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- 3 days ago53 min
How the Spirit were built (w/ James Hocken, Sporting Director)
Annie & André were delighted to be joined by Sporting Director for the Washington Spirit, James Hocken!James details his journey from Colchester, England to Florida, and eventually Washington, DC. He details what exactly his job entails as Sporting Director, and sheds light on how data helps the Spirit track and recruit talent.If you've ever wondered how the Spirit find talented young players to sign, or what it takes to assemble a squad under a strict salary cap, this episode has your answers! Oh and of course we also asked James about candy corn.Please subscribe, rate and review, it means a lot to us! 🙏====================Follow UsInstagram: heyspiritspodBluesky: heyspirits.bsky.socialYouTube: @HeySpirits====================Episode MusicTrack: Fungible — Hiracutch [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/ILkTHxSNenIFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/after-rain
- 1 weeks ago1h 4m
Spirit History, Player Power, & Abolish the Cap (w/ Tori Huster)
Annie & André were delighted to be joined by Tori Huster, Washington Spirit OG (played every year of her NWSL career with the team) and currently Deputy Executive Director of the NWSLPA.We dive into a little bit of Spirit lore to discuss the good (and, erm, interesting old days, including Maryland Soccerplex, Plex Weather, the Spirit Squadron, choosing to stay, and frisbee with Foster.After, we listen to Huster's firsthand account of the incredible moment Spirit players decided enough was enough, and took their grievances with previous ownership public. She relives the fear and determination behind writing the players' letter to ownership (if you haven't read it, please do), and the decision for every to post it on their social media accounts. Also, the camaraderie between players during 2021, standing together, the eight demands, and building the future of the league.Then we discuss Tori's path into NWSLPA leadership. She tells us about her interest in remaining part of the union post-retirement, learning while doing multiple jobs, and just what the heck a Deputy Executive Director even does (which is a lot! like, so much!!).Please subscribe, rate and review, it means a lot to us! 🙏====================Follow UsInstagram: heyspiritspodBluesky: heyspirits.bsky.socialYouTube: @HeySpirits====================Episode MusicTrack: Fungible — Hiracutch [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/ILkTHxSNenIFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/after-rain
- 2 weeks ago34 min
All my homies hate Bats [Spirit v. Gotham Review]
Annie & André react to the 'Queen's Classic' match against Gotham at Citi Field.The Bats won 1-0, which was frustrating, but that was only the tip of the whole iceberg of frustration. The match required two (2!) hydration breaks per half, which impacted the players and the game, and probably shouldn't have been played.We discuss why the match went ahead, how the unique circumstances impacted play, Rose Lavelle continuing to haunt the Spirit, how Gotham goes about continuing to frustrate Washington's possession game, and more.Please subscribe, rate and review, it means a lot to us! 🙏====================Follow UsInstagram: heyspiritspodBluesky: heyspirits.bsky.socialYouTube: @HeySpirits====================Episode MusicTrack: Fungible — Hiracutch [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/ILkTHxSNenIFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/after-rain
- 2 weeks ago1h 8m
Leicy's banger, Trin's strength, & salary cap rants [Spirit v. Courage Review]
Annie & André review a 2-0 win against the free-scoring Ashley Sanchez and the North Carolina Courage.We discuss a scary start, how the Spirit settled, and the two bangers scored by Leicy Santos and Trinity Rodman. Then we chat about the second half, box defending, that strange VAR call that disallowed Ashley Sanchez's free kick goal, and whether that much defending was planned or forced.After, we review the signing of Monique Ngock, tough decisions ahead, WACFON, and the NWSL's salary cap.Please subscribe, rate and review, it means a lot to us! 🙏====================Follow UsInstagram: heyspiritspodBluesky: heyspirits.bsky.socialYouTube: @HeySpirits====================Episode MusicTrack: Fungible — Hiracutch [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/ILkTHxSNenIFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/after-rain
- 3 weeks ago54 min
Cap's back, Trin's brace, & Audi dubs [Spirit v. Dash Review]
Annie & André relive the Spirit's dramatic 2-1 dub over Houston Dash!We discuss the Spirit settling into a dominant performance, a missed pen and missed chances threatening to force a draw rather an a win, and Trinity Rodman late winning goal (with a faux assist from Gift Monday).Then, we dive into some news, including a couple contract extensions, and a long and scary list of players whose contracts expire at the end of the season. 🫣Please subscribe, rate and review, it means a lot to us! 🙏====================Follow UsInstagram: heyspiritspodBluesky: heyspirits.bsky.socialYouTube: @HeySpirits====================Episode MusicTrack: Fungible — Hiracutch [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/ILkTHxSNenIFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/after-rain
- Jun 1, 202651 min
Good result...ok performance? [Spirit v. Reign II Review]
Annie, Ella & André recap the Spirit's final match before the break, a 2-1 win over Seattle Reign.We discuss why some players weren't exactly satisfied with the performance, despite scoring all the goals in the game. We dissect all the goals, relive Eli Tsé's performance in her first NWSL start, deliver some Hal Appreciation, and a lot more!Please subscribe, rate and review, it means a lot to us! 🙏====================Follow UsInstagram: heyspiritspodBluesky: heyspirits.bsky.socialYouTube: @HeySpirits====================Episode MusicTrack: Fungible — Hiracutch [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/ILkTHxSNenIFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/after-rain
- May 27, 20261h 6m
Chat are we cooked? [Spirit Concacaf W Champions Cup Review]
Annie, Ella & André review the final rounds of the Concacaf W Champions Cup.After quickly reviewing the 1-0 win over Pachuca (including the substitutions that led to the winning goal), we break down the chaotic 5-3 loss to Club América.We discuss fighting back from 2-0, the mistake that changed everything, Sofia Cantore's shooting technique, Rose Kouassi's brace, Trinity Rodman, elevation, and more. Then we talk about the Spirit's reputation in big games, and how to turn it around.Please subscribe, rate and review, it means a lot to us! 🙏====================Follow UsInstagram: heyspiritspodBluesky: heyspirits.bsky.socialYouTube: @HeySpirits====================Episode MusicTrack: Fungible — Hiracutch [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/ILkTHxSNenIFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/after-rain
- May 18, 202649 min
Annoying, but fine. [Spirit v. Wave Review]
Annie, Ella & André review the Washington Spirit's unbeaten streak coming to an end in San Diego.We chat about an overall impressive performance, but dive into the details that cost two goals. We dive into an unexpected change in the starting lineup, defensive hesitation, standard corners (!), and the late error that gifted a winning goal.Please subscribe, rate and review, it means a lot to us! 🙏====================Follow UsInstagram: heyspiritspodBluesky: heyspirits.bsky.socialYouTube: @HeySpirits====================Episode MusicTrack: Fungible — Hiracutch [Audio Library Release]Music provided by Audio Library PlusWatch: https://youtu.be/ILkTHxSNenIFree Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/after-rain
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