About this episode

Claire discusses the current state of the NWSL, focusing on the impact of Olivia Moultrie's season-ending injury on the Portland Thorns and the performance of other teams.

Claire takes this week to zoom out on the NWSL and see how five teams are trending. With Olivia Moultrie out for the season, an already struggling Portland Thorns team could be on a skid. Washington is feeling the burn out from a packed schedule. Seattle is looking like the Reign of old, and Gotham sits atop the table with the league’s best defense. This episode is presented by Ally Bank, member FDIC Chapters 00:00 Introduction 04:39 Portland Fading FAST 06:34 Spend & Save 10:18 Washington Spirit Fall Short 14:27 Is Seattle Making a Run? 21:15 Gotham’s Defense Has them at the TOP of the Table Just Women’s Sports is the leading digital media platform dedicated exclusively to women’s sports. In a world where women’s sports have been historically underfunded and under-promoted, Just Women’s Sports exists to shine a light on all the stories, athletes and moments that define and fuel the space. Through original podcasts, premium video programming, social media, editorial content, a newsletter, and exclusive merchandise and live events, Just Women’s Sports is committed to making it both easy and fun to be a women’s sports fan. Add us on: Instagram…

People in this episode

Host: Claire Watkins

Topics covered

• NWSL
• Portland Thorns
• Washington Spirit
• Seattle Reign
• Gotham FC
• women's soccer

Sponsors

Ally Bank

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Just Women’s Sports, Washington Spirit, Seattle Reign, Gotham, NWSL

Places: Portland

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