Preseason Buzz: NWSL, SheBelieves & The Future of Girls Soccer with The GA's Trish Hughes

About this episode

The episode discusses the NWSL preseason, the SheBelieves Cup, and features an interview with Trish Hughes about the future of girls' soccer.

With the NWSL season around the corner, hosts Rohtas Wadera and Sam Angel are talking all things preseason. Sam checks in from camp with the Chicago Stars, sharing what it’s like integrating new players, building chemistry, and preparing for the grind of a new NWSL season. It’s equal parts excitement, nerves, and the behind-the-scenes moments fans rarely get to hear about. The duo also dives into the SheBelieves Cup, where the USWNT continues to set the tone on the international stage. Rohtas and Sam break down why the tournament matters, what it means for player development, and how it continues to showcase the depth and future of the women’s game. This episode also features a fantastic conversation with Girls Academy Commissioner Patricia “Trish” Hughes, who shares her vision for the future of youth soccer for girls. From expanding opportunities to empowering the next generation of players, Trish talks about how the GA is building meaningful pathways for young athletes across the country. To wrap things up, Rohtas and Sam look overseas to preview the Women’s Champions League, highlighting the matchups to watch and what’s at stake as Europe’s top clubs battle it out. If you love…

People in this episode

Hosts: Rohtas Wadera, Sam Angel

Guest: Patricia "Trish" Hughes

Topics covered

• NWSL preseason
• SheBelieves Cup
• youth soccer development
• women's soccer
• Women's Champions League

Keywords

• NWSL
• SheBelieves Cup
• youth soccer
• women's soccer
• Trish Hughes
• Women's Champions League
• player development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: NWSL, USWNT, Girls Academy, Women’s Champions League

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