Soccer Girl Problems
310 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 803 ratingsThe Soccer Girl Problems Podcast is a fun, entertaining, and informative look into the life of a Ladyballer, on and beyond the field. The three founders and podcast hosts, Carly Beyar, Shannon Fay and Alanna Locast are the Ladyballers behind the hilarious viral YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram account, SoccerGrlProbs. Whether it’s talking about their experience as collegiate soccer players and struggles of being a female athlete, current soccer news, or interviews with professionals, the insights you get here will inspire you to transform your game, your mentality and your overall life as a ladyballer. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
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147. Jane Campbell-Houston Dash, USWNT& Standford
April 29, 2022 03:20 - 41 minutes - 38.1 MBJane tells us about how she danced and played other sports growing up. She talks about the different keepers from the NWSL who she has learned different keeper skills/tips from. We love her advice about not blaming others or make excuses but controlling what you can to be your best. We are doing a giveaway with Jane where you can win apparel from her new brand, Ace of Spades and some swag from SGP! https://www.aceofspadesapparel.org/about Use code: SoccerGirl15 for 15% off at currex.us for yo...
146. Sarah Gorden - Angel City FC & DePaul University
April 22, 2022 03:05 - 25 minutes - 34.4 MBThis week on the podcast we chat with Angel City FC defender, Sarah Gorden. During the 2021 season, while playing for the Chicago Red Stars, Sarah was awarded Chicago’s first Iron Woman title after playing every minute of every game – 2,160 minutes through 24 games – and was a nominee for NWSL Defender of the Year. We chat with Sarah about her journey in college soccer and professionally as a mother. We also learn about her passion off the field as a model. Sarah currently is dealing with a ...
145. Ryan Gareis - Houston Dash & University of South Carolina
April 15, 2022 03:00 - 27 minutes - 38 MBToday on the podcast we chat with NWSL rookie Ryan Gareis. Ryan played college soccer at the University of South Carolina. She is playing her rookie year in the NWSL for the Houston Dash. We talk to Ryan about becoming pro this year and what she learned in college soccer. We also chat about the importance of "remembering your why". We also found out how Ryan's Tiktok went viral. For 15% off use code: soccergirl15 at currex.us for your own custom cleat insoles! --- Support this podcast: ...
144. Taylor Otto - Racing Louisville FC & UNC
April 08, 2022 03:00 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MBToday on the podcast we have UNC and Racing Louisville FC's Taylor Otto. We chat with Taylor about the independence you have as a player at UNC and the unique experience of being a student athlete there. We also talk about the importance of being coachable and taking in their feedback as well as her hope to always be a really good teammates and a positive energy on the field. use code: SoccerGirl15 for 15% off at currex.us for your own custom insoles! --- Support this podcast: https://po...
143. Ally Watt - OL Reign & Texas A&M
April 01, 2022 02:35 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBToday on the podcast we have Ol Reign's Ally Watt. Ally gives great advice to ladyballers who are currently trying to be recruited. We also discuss the impact and importance of being resilient during an injury and how to use work ethic to continue to grow your game. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
142. Simone Charley- Angel City FC & Vanderbilt Soccer and Track & Field Athlete
March 25, 2022 10:29 - 35 minutes - 48.4 MBToday on the podcast we have Angel City FC's Simone Charley. Simone played college soccer at Vanderbilt as well as track and field. Today we chat about mental health and how to support our teammates' mental health. We talk with Simone about how being part of a new team that is learning to forge new traditions. We also discuss learning to find joy in the present while still working towards reaching our goals. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/...
142. Simone Charley- Angel City FC & Vanderbilt soccer and track & field athlete
March 25, 2022 10:29 - 35 minutes - 48.4 MBToday on the podcast we have Angel City FC's Simone Charley. Simone played college soccer at Vanderbilt as well as track and field. Today we chat about mental health and how to support our teammates' mental health. We talk with Simone is part of a new team that is learning to forge new traditions. We also discuss learning to find joy in the present while still working towards reaching our goals.
141. Mental Fitness Skills
March 18, 2022 01:21 - 34 minutes - 48.1 MBToday on the podcast we have AST Academy founder Jim Madrid and Fairfield University Captain (and former student of AST Academy) Hanley Courter. We chat about how improving your attitude and mental game skills can help us perform our best by identifying limiting beliefs and embracing a healthier philosophy about soccer. 7 fundamentals: Vision drives performance Open your eyes; Open your mind What you say is what you get Broad comfort zone =room to move Goals keep you growing Staying c...
140. Emily Fox - USWNT, UNC & Louisville FC
March 11, 2022 02:52 - 33 minutes - 45.8 MBToday on the podcast we have USWNT, UNC & Louisville FC's Emily Fox. Emily gives great advice to look at injuries as a pit stop not an ending. She also tells about her struggle to want to be perfect on the pitch and how she had to change that mentality to become an even better player. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
139.Arin Wright - Chicago Red Stars & KU
March 04, 2022 04:00 - 41 minutes - 56.5 MBToday on the podcast we have defender Arin Wright. Arin tells us about what it has been like to be a professional athlete while also being a mom. She gives great advice to other athletes who are becoming parents. We also discuss the grieving process for athletes and techniques that can be helpful during it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
138. Bella Brixby - Portland Thorns, USWNT & Oregon State
February 25, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBThis week's guest is Portland Thorn's keeper, Bella Brixby. We chat about her ACL injury and how she came back from it stronger than ever, while being more aware of body mechanics. Bella explains why she believes young athletes should play other sports and how it can help make you a better keeper/soccer player. We also discuss the new CBA and the impact it has on the players of the league. Check out our ACL Injury Risk Reduction Pack: https://bit.ly/3shwTN1
138. Bella Bixby - Portland Thorns, USWNT & Oregon State
February 25, 2022 04:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBThis week's guest is Portland Thorn's keeper, Bella Bixby. We chat about her ACL injury and how she came back from it stronger than ever, while being more aware of body mechanics. Bella explains why she believes young athletes should play other sports and how it can help make you a better keeper/soccer player. We also discuss the new CBA and the impact it has on the players of the league. Check out our ACL Injury Risk Reduction Pack: https://bit.ly/3shwTN1 --- Support this podcast: https:...
137. Imani Dorsey - Gotham FC, Duke & USWNT
February 18, 2022 02:47 - 33 minutes - 46.6 MBToday on the podcast we have Gotham FC's Imani Dorsey. Imani gives great advice on finding a balanced lifestyle so that you aren't defining yourself as only a soccer player. She also explains the importance of shifting the narrative around women's soccer to be a more inclusive place. https://www.bwplayercollective.org/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
136. Shea Groom - Houston Dash & NWSLPA
February 11, 2022 05:50 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBThis week on the podcast we have Shea Groom, who currently plays for the Houston Dash and works with NWSL Players Association. Shea gives great advice on type of communication you should have with your coach and the importance of having a soccer IQ. We also chat about how being an athlete translates so well in the work force and why athletes are often hired because of their experiences from being one! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
135. Sofia Huerta - USWNT & OL Reign
February 04, 2022 04:00 - 41 minutes - 57.2 MBToday on the podcast we have Sofia Huerta. Sofia talks about the challenges of making the roster and how to stay motivated and mentally healthy to be the best player possible. We talk about the importance of being educated about our hormone health as female athletes. We loved her mindset to get 1% better everyday! Enter our puma cleat contest here: https://www.instagram.com/p/CZfRS6jpEAc/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
134. Morgan Weaver- USWNT & Portland Thorns
January 28, 2022 06:05 - 30 minutes - 41.2 MBToday on the podcast we have Morgan Weever, forward on the USWNT and Portland Thorns. Morgan chats with us about the importance of having an honest relationship with coach and being able to have real conversations with them. She also tells us about the impact two of her own teachers growing up had on her and how what she learned from them has made her want to become a coach and teacher so that other kids with disabilities can learn just like she has.
134. Morgan Weaver USWNT & Portland Thorns
January 28, 2022 05:48 - 30 minutes - 41.2 MBToday on the podcast we have Morgan Weever, forward on the USWNT and Portland Thorns. Morgan chats with us about the importance of having an honest relationship with coach and being able to have real conversations with them. She also tells us about the impact two of her own teachers growing up had on her and how what she learned from them has made her want to become a coach and teacher so that other kids with disabilities can learn just like she has. --- Support this podcast: https://podc...
133 Reilyn Turner - UCLA & Nike's First Collegiate Athlete
January 21, 2022 04:41 - 30 minutes - 42.6 MBToday on the podcast we have Nike’s first collegiate athlete, Reilyn Turner. Reilyn is currently playing at UCLA. She has played for the youth USWNT and has incredible words of encouragement for college players that SGP loved to hear. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
132. Ashley Hatch - Washington Spirit & USWNT
January 14, 2022 02:22 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBLast season, Ashley won the NWSL Championship with the Washington Spirit and also was awarded the Golden Boot Award. Ashley gives great advice on how she deals with the ebbs and flows of confidence that can occur as an athlete and why she believes comparison is something athletes shouldn’t do and focus on how you talk to yourself. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
131. Emma Checker - Melbourne City FC & Australian National Team
January 07, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBToday on the podcast we have on Emma Checker. At 25 years old, Emma has already played professional soccer for 11 years. Emma opens up to us about mental health and injuries, she gives us great advice on how to overcome and learn from those challenges. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
130. College Recruiting Process - Dave Morris
December 17, 2021 11:39 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBWe have Dave Morris back on the podcast today! Dave is the founder of College Athletic Advisor and co-created the College Recruiting Crash Course with us! We chat today with Dave about what it means to find a mutual fit with a college, what to do if you are getting generic email responses back from coaches, what does a verbal commitment mean and tips for communicating best with coaches! recruiting tips blog: https://bit.ly/30Ccx6e FREE college recruiting email series: https://bit.ly/3F8piE...
129. The Elite Performance -Habits of Mentally Tough Athletes
December 10, 2021 11:02 - 20 minutes - 18.3 MBToday on the podcast we chat with Brenna Smedley, co-founder of The Elite Performance. The Elite Performance's mission is to empower and enable female athletes (and their moms!) to cultivate true confidence, level up their performance, and unlock their potential across all aspects of their lives... starting with the sport they love! We loved chatting with Brenna about habits of mentally tough athletes, coming back from mistakes, and positive self-talk. https://www.kristinabreanne.com/ --- ...
128. Katie Johnson - USC, Mexico Women's National Team & San Diego Wave FC
December 03, 2021 06:09 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBToday on the podcast we have USC Alumni, Katie Johnson. Katie plays on the Mexico Women's National Team. We chat with her about why she chose to play for Mexico's National team over the USWNT. We also chat with Katie about her season on the red stars, before she transfers over the the San Diego Wave FC. WE also enjoyed hearing from Katie the changes in the league she hopes to see in her lifetime.
128. Katie Johnson - San Diego Wave FC, Mexico Women's National Team and USC Alum
December 03, 2021 06:09 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBToday on the podcast we have USC Alumni, Katie Johnson. Katie plays on the Mexico Women's National Team. We chat with her about why she chose to play for Mexico's National team over the USWNT. We talk about her successful season with the Chicago Red Stars with her goal to help them get to the finals. We also enjoyed hearing from Katie the changes in the league she hopes to see that we have yet to hear a player speak of! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/socc...
127. Grateful And Thankful- A Heartfelt Letter from The Founders of SoccerGrlProbs
November 25, 2021 03:56 - 6 minutes - 5.74 MBLast year in 2020, when the pandemic hit, our business took a hard slide-tackle. Our National SoccerGrlProbs camps and book launch tour were cancelled. Orders slowed down. Practices, games & seasons were shut down. Overall, the game of soccer hit the pause button, things were quiet…BUT JUST LIKE YOU, ALL 3 OF US PUT OUR GAME FACES ON AND PUSHED FORWARD, STAYED POSITIVE & PERSEVERED! Check out Early Black Friday DEALS at www.SoccerGrlProbs.com at Noon EST. --- Support this podcast: https:/...
126. Caprice Dydasco - NWSL Defender of the Year, Sky Blue & UCLA
November 19, 2021 10:39 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBToday on the podcast we have 2021 NWSL Defender of the Year, Caprice Dydasco! Caprice tells us what it was like to learn to play a new position while at UCLA, going from a forward to defender. We also chat about being in tune with your emotions, finding/keeping your confidence up and not letting outside distractions affect you. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
125. Alessia Russo- Manchester United, UNC & Lioness
November 12, 2021 03:24 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBToday on the podcast we have English National Team's Alessia Russo. Alessia played college soccer at UNC before going to play forward at Manchester United. We loved chatting with Alessia about her experience in college, channeling her nerves into positive energy on the field and what she's learned from her teammates on Manchester United (including Tobin Heath and Christen Press). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
124. Jordyn Listro- USF, NWSL & Canadian National Team
November 05, 2021 09:52 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBToday on the pod we chat with Jordyn Listro. Jordyn grew up in Canada, played collegiate soccer at USF before heading to play professionally in Spain and the NWSL. She also has played for the Canadian National Team! We loved talking to Jordyn about the importance of mental health, staying the course and what made her choose to play college soccer in the states. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
123 - Lauren Barnes OL Reign & UCLA
October 29, 2021 05:29 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBLauren Barnes is the star defender of the NWSL’s OL Reign. In addition to being named an All-American while playing at UCLA, Lauren was invited to train with the USWNT, competing with both the U20 and U23 teams. She has played with the OL Reign since 2013 and played abroad in both Australia and Sweden on loan. We chat with Lauren about her passion in environmentalism and her creation of the MAD (make a difference) Kits, which includes everything needed to help an athlete to live a more sustai...
122. Liv Cooke- Freestyle World Champion & Five-Time World Record Holder
October 22, 2021 02:29 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBLiv Cooke is a British professional football freestyler. She was side-lined by a recurring back injury and led her to discovering freestyle football videos online. She began to learn the basics in her back garden and then left college early in 2016 to focus full time on freestyle. Since she has become a freestyle World Champion, world record holder as well as BBC Sport presenter and UEFA ambassador and an entrepreneur. Check out her new book 'The Way to Win': https://amzn.to/2ZhDqM2 --- ...
121- Taylor Ross- Founder and CEO of Crossbar
October 15, 2021 02:48 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBTaylor played college soccer at the University of Rhode Island. Taylor graduated from URI with a degree in marketing, Her company, Crossbar is currently working on a project to build a school for 300 children in Tumaini, Kenya, one of the poorest parts of that nation where hunger and disease are rampant. She (and her brother, Jordan) founded Crossbar by combining her passion for soccer with her overwhelming desire to make sustainable change in the world. www.crossbar.life Support the cause:...
120. Bev Yanez - Gotham FC Assistant Coach & 6 Year NWSL Pro
October 08, 2021 10:33 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBToday on the pod we have we have Gotham FC assistant Coach Bev Yanez. Bev had a nine-year professional playing career across five leagues. During her six-year NWSL career, she reached the playoffs four times and was a 2015 MVP nominee. She retired in 2019 and became the director of coaching and technical director for Juventus Academy in Silicon Valley. We loved hearing from Bev about the importance of understanding the game especially without the ball at your feet. She gives great advice to h...
119. Lo’eau LaBonta - Kansas City & Stanford Alum
October 01, 2021 02:05 - 42 minutes - 39 MBToday on the pod we have we have Lo’eau LaBonta. Lo played college soccer at Stanford and currently plays midfield for Kansas City. We chat with Lo about her desire for a new standard and culture in women’s soccer as well as her belief in always wanting to be successful and win. We also loved hearing about her tips to supporting teammates based their own unique personalities and style of play. Enjoy! Get 25% off your first purchase on SoccerGrlProbs.com with code: PODCAST25 Don’t forget to ...
118. Bethany Balcer- OL Reign, NWSL Rookie of the Year & First NAIA Pro
September 24, 2021 05:38 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBToday on the podcast we have Bethany Balcer (aka Boats). Bethany is the first NAIA player to sign with an NWSL club. She played at Spring Arbor University and now plays forward for the OL Reign. She was named the NWSL 2019 Rookie of the year. We loved hearing about her journey from playing at a small NAIA to going pro and about her time playing professional so far. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
117. Kailen Sheridan- Canadian National Team Olympic Gold Medalist & Gotham FC
September 17, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBKailen played college soccer at Clemson University. She currently plays as goalkeeper for Gotham FC and for the Canada National Team. This pst Summer she won a gold medal at the Olympics! We loved hearing from Kailen about what set this Canadian National Team apart and what she thinks made them so success. Kailen also gives great advice on how to be the best teammate and player whether you are starting on the field or cheering from the sideline. Enjoy! Get 25% off your first purchase on Socc...
116. Ashley Sanchez -UCLA & Washington Spirit
September 10, 2021 01:57 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBAshley played at UCLA before entering the draft in 2020 and being drafted by the Washington Spirit. She made history in 2016 by becoming the first player in United States history to play in multiple world cups in the same year! Ashley has great advice on to players in high school to have a well balanced life and not just focus on strictly soccer as well as stop setting crazy expectations for yourself each season ad remember to have fun. Get 25% off your first purchase on SoccerGrlProbs.com w...
115. Hannah Wilkinson - New Zealand National Team & University of Tennessee
September 03, 2021 02:27 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBWe loved chatting with Hannah about her time at the Olympics (including celebrating her 100th national team cap while there). How her injuries, including two ACL tears, have only helped her put things in perspective and that she could overcome anything. We also loved her mentality to never give up on yourself, persevere and push through the hard times! Get 25% off your first purchase on SoccerGrlProbs.com with code: PODCAST25 Don’t forget to give us 5-stars and write a review for our podcas...
114. Brianna Pinto - UNC & Gotham FC
August 27, 2021 01:56 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MBBrianna played at UNC before heading to the NWSL and being drafted to Gotham FC. We loved having Brianna Pinto on the podcast to hear about her commitment to being the best teammate possible and her belief in being a 'failing forward". Brianna tells us her hopes to work towards creating and establishing wants a difference in the soccer community. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
113. Tell Me You’re In Preseason Without Telling Me You’re Preseason
August 20, 2021 02:06 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBTis our favorite time of year- PRESEASON! We read our favorite comments from our LadyBallers about how to best describe being in preseason without saying your in preseason, with tons of relatable, hilarious responses!
113. Tell Me You’re In Preseason Without Telling Me You’re In Preseason
August 20, 2021 02:06 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBTis' our favorite time of year- PRESEASON! We read our favorite comments from our Ladyballers about how to best describe being in preseason without actually saying your in preseason. There are tons of relatable and hilarious responses! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
112. Cari Roccaro- Notre Dame & NC Courage
August 13, 2021 02:21 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBWe loved chatting with Cari Roccaro about her recruiting and college experience at Notre Dame. We also loved hearing about her podcast Butterfly Road, which focuses on destigmatizing mental health with guests discussing their own mental health journeys. Cari gives us great advice on how to shift your mindset while playing to create goals to smile and grow every time she takes the field! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
111. Soccer Stuff That Makes You Feel Nostalgic
August 06, 2021 07:54 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBWe asked our audience what soccer stuff made them feel most nostalgic and loved reading all the funny responses that sent us wayyyyy back in time. Cue all of the nostalgia! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
111. Soccer Stuff That Make You Feel Nostalgic
August 06, 2021 07:54 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MBWe asked our audience to what soccer stuff made them feel most nostalgic and loved reading all the funny responses that sent us wayyyyy back in time. Cue all of the nostalgia!
110. Olympic Quarterfinals
July 30, 2021 15:25 - 10 minutes - 9.98 MBThe USWNT beat the Netherlands in a nail-biting PK shoot out this am! We chat about the game and our predictions for the semi-finals! Get 30% of at soccergrlprobs.co using code: SCORE30 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
109. USWNT vs Australia and Group Games Recap
July 27, 2021 22:42 - 10 minutes - 9.84 MBWe go over the USWNT tie against Australia and what we think of the group stage games. We give our predictions for the quarterfinals too! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
108. USWNT vs New Zealand
July 25, 2021 13:51 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBWe go over the USWNT's 6-1 victory over New Zealand in their second game of the Olympics! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
107. The Olympics Have Begun- US vs Sweden Recap
July 22, 2021 02:27 - 17 minutes - 16 MBThe first round of the Olympic women soccer games were today. We cover our favorite highlights from the games and discuss why we think the USWNT lost to Sweden 3-0. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
107. The Olympics Have Begun!
July 22, 2021 02:27 - 17 minutes - 16 MBThe first round of the Olympic women soccer games were today. We cover our favorite highlights from the games and discuss why we think the USWNT lost to Sweden 3-0.
106. SGP’s Favorite Tips to Balance Your Hormones as an Athlete
July 16, 2021 08:37 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBThe state of your hormone health MATTERS as an athlete. The bottom line (and good news) is that we can do something about it. We can CONTROL what we can CONTROL to help balance our hormones on a daily basis. Enjoy this episode about our favorite ways to naturally balance your hormones! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support
105. NIL Reform Pod
July 09, 2021 03:09 - 44 minutes - 41 MBFor the first time student-athletes can be compensated for the use of their NIL (name, image, and likeness). We chat with the expert Dave Morris, the founder of College Athletic Advisor and Michelle Meyer from the NIL Network about what these changes will look like for college athletes! College Recruiting Crash Course: https://bit.ly/36nDb1R NIL Network: https://www.nilnetwork.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soccergrlprobs/support