In this episode of the WoSo Independent Podcast, Chris (@chris_awk) and Jon (@jonlipsitz) give a handful of hearty I-Told-You-So’s after Orlando’s calamitous first two games.
Then, they finish out their in-depth previews of the NWSL by looking at the Utah Royals (11:36), who will be looking to rise into the playoff places in their second season. Utah has a potentially potent attack but major questions on defense.
On this episode of the WoSo Independent Podcast, Chris (@chris_awk) and Jon (@jonlipsitz) preview the Portland Thorns ahead of the 2019 NWSL season.
Can the Thorns somehow overcome the Courage after losing decisively throughout last season, especially in the final? Will there be enough in depth to cover losses during the WWC? And could the unthinkable happen, with Portland missing the playoffs this year if things go badly?
At 41:18, Chris and Jon then give their predictions on how the final table will shake out.
Rose Lavelle and Mallory Pugh grab a snack from the new player lounge.
When we last encountered the Washington Spirit, they had completed a dismal season in next-to-last place after a 1-1 draw with the last place team, Sky Blue FC.
Since then, they have hired a new head coach and several assistant coaches, acquired a new majority owner and new CEO, and churned over the roster yet again. Oh, and they’ve added a team mascot.
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In this episode of the WoSo Independent Podcast, Chris (@chris_awk) and Jon (@jonlipsitz) preview the Chicago Red Stars’ 2019 NWSL season.
How will the club’s big offseason acquisitions play a role in their campaign? Is this a legitimate NWSL championship contender? And what happens if they fail to win a playoff game this year?
In this episode of the WoSo Independent Podcast, Chris (@chris_awk) and Jon (@jonlipsitz)preview the rebranded Reign FC’s 2019 season.
Has the now Tacoma-based club done enough to close the gap with the best in the league? Will their depth give them a big advantage with so many absences around the league? And what might be their Achilles’ heel?
In the fifth of nine NWSL team previews for the 2019 season, Chris (@chris_awk) and Jon (@jonlipsitz) look at the Orlando Pride.
Will the appointment of Marc Skinner as manager be an immediate hit? How will they survive rampant depth issues during the Women’s World Cup? What are the odds of a playoff run? And of a total collapse?
In this episode of the WoSo Independent Podcast, Chris (@chris_awk) and Jon (@jonlipsitz) preview the Washington Spirit’s 2019 NWSL season.
How will an offseason of tumult affect the club in the short and long-term? Was enough done to address issues on the backline and frontline? And what should the Spirit be looking at realistically in terms of results in 2019?
In episode #61 of the WoSo Independent Podcast, Chris (@chris_awk) and Jon (@jonlipsitz) preview the Houston Dash ahead of the 2019 NWSL season.
What of the team’s new head coach, and what are the questions he has to answer to get this team to the playoffs? Is the Sophie Schmidt signing a make-or-break proposition for the Dash? And could the numerous attacking looks the club could throw out at opponents be a key to success?
In this episode of the WoSo Independent Podcast, Chris (@chris_awk) and Jon (@jonlipsitz) preview the North Carolina Courage for 2019. Hint: We think they’re still going to be very good.
A few of the club’s newcomers are discussed, as well as the fantastic depth throughout that will likely see them through as title favorites once again.
Chris (@chris_awk) and Jon (@jonlipsitz) are back with their first preview for the 2019 NWSL season. In this preview, they look at Sky Blue FC. Can they put the turmoil of last season behind them? How much can they possibly improve after numerous offseason moves? And just how high could that improvement take them in the table?