Good Game with Sarah Spain

Canopy Talent CEO Jack Liechtung joins Sarah to talk all things NIL. Jack explains why he left a fancy law firm to join the sports world, how the NIL space is still the wild wild west, and why he thinks Nebraska volleyball is a standout example in the space. Plus, that’s a hot Fever, the Lynx sink, and wake up, babe – a new USWNT roster just dropped. The full USWNT roster is here Follow Merritt Beason on Instagram here and Bri Ellis here Fill out the survey from researchers at the University of Cincinnati here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Citrus circles up for an end-of-summer potluck! There are a few topics from the last couple of months that we haven’t stopped thinking about or haven’t had time to talk about, so we’re bringing them to the Good Game table to chew on ‘em a bit more. Plus, the WNBA playoffs march on, fallen angels, and two more reasons to hate what’s happening in Washington, D.C. Vote for “Good Game with Sarah Spain” for Best Sports Podcast here Get your tickets to Unrivaled in San Francisco here Architectural Digest’s story on WNBA players is here Read Sportico’s article on Mark Walter using PWHL trademarks as collateral here Listen to Pablo Torre's episode on Mark Walter here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kim Stone, CEO of the NWSL’s Washington Spirit, and Alycen McAuley, chief business officer for the WNBA’s Washington Mystics, join Sarah to reflect on Capital Queens, the first-ever joint women’s sports week in Washington, D.C. McAuley also talks about the Mystics’ future arena plans, and Stone shares the secrets of Rowdy Audi and looks ahead to D.C. hosting the upcoming NWSL Championship. Plus, the WNBA playoffs are off and running, A-town gets a new name, and it’s so hard to say goodbye. Watch Ashton and Ana commemorate their “lasts” with the Connecticut Sun here Watch the video of Coach Reeve’s wife and son surprising her with “Coach of the Year” here Watch the video of Olivia Miles’ parents surprising the “Rookie of the Year” here Check out the Atlanta City FC crest and intro video narrated by Andraya Carter here Check out Sarah’s interview with Mystics coach Sydney Johnson here and Spirit goalkeeper Aubrey Kingsbury here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sara Haines, co-host of The View, former college athlete, and Sarah’s newest bestie, joins the show after the pair recently met IRL in New York City. Sara compares her college experience at Smith to making taffy, shares how she ended up as MVP of a gay men’s volleyball league, how she decides which controversies to respond to on The View, and the mantra she wears on a bracelet as a daily reminder. P.S. - Tune in tomorrow for all the WNBA playoff content you crave! The WNBA schedule is here Watch the women of "The View" interview Vice President JD Vance here; the section where Sara asks about faith can be found here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the WNBA Playoffs getting underway this weekend, ESPN’s Andraya Carter joins Sarah to discuss what each team needs to do to make it out of round one, the most noteworthy surprises following the FIBA break, and her biggest, boldest predictions for the Finals, the next W commissioner, and more. Plus, this WNBA legend deserves some flowers – and a whole lot more. The WNBA schedule is here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off winning the inaugural WPBL championships, Los Angeles Queens captain Ashton Lansdell joins Sarah to discuss how a switch in the Queens’ lineup helped them win the series-clinching game 5, what it was like living in Springfield, Illinois, with 60 of the best women’s baseball players in the world, and why the connections she made on and off the field this season brought her to tears. Plus, coronation night, the end of the road, and consider us intrigued. Follow Ashton Lansdell on Instagram here The WNBA schedule is here Read Jeff Kassouf’s story on the NWSL’s new player development mechanism here Check out the MLV’s NorCal Rumble logo here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gotham FC forward Jaedyn Shaw joins Sarah to discuss the battle for the NWSL Shield, how she’s handling pressure ahead of the 2027 Women’s World Cup, and her take on new research from e.l.f Beauty and Parity about how participating in girls' sports positively impacts later life endeavors. Plus, Stewie is stewing, a group-stage trouncing, and for all the folks claiming they want to protect women’s sports, this is your moment to actually do something. Read more about the case of Kentucky State basketball’s Aminata Seck here Check out The Athletic’s story about every WNBA playoffs seeding scenario here Follow the official mascot of the Billie Jean King Cup here Check out the research from e.l.f. Beauty and Parity here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author and journalist Lindsay Crouse joins Sarah to talk about her new book “The Case for Quitting: The Surprising Benefits of Opting Out.” They discuss why women tend to absorb far more than their share of unproductive suffering without ever considering quitting as an option, which questions to ask when deciding whether something is worth continuing, and what everyone can learn from zebrafish. Crouse also reflects on her role bringing to light the stories of brave women like Kara Goucher and Allyson Felix when she was a journalist at the New York Times. Plus, another record bites the dust, tonight’s the night, and no skis, no problem. Pick up a copy of Lindsay Crouse’s book “The Case for Quitting” here Read Lindsay’s 2020 story about learning her ex was dating Lady Gaga here Tickets for Unrivaled’s Houston stop can be found here WPBL broadcast details can be found here Check out Keely Hodgkinson’s speedsuit here Check out some historic track & field fits here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bestselling author and the mastermind behind the “Swifties for Eternity” account Olivia Levin joins Sarah to discuss the overlap between Swifties and women’s sports fans, offer a few lessons in community-building, and share the moment when she first became aware that Taylor Swift was aware of her. Plus, context is the killer of unadulterated fun, ending a women’s hoops drought, and it doesn’t matter if the bus breaks down if you’re already home. Check out the Unrivaled x Minneapolis video here The Athletic’s WNBA playoff projections page is here Watch Morgan Weaver’s goal here Read KGW8’s reporting on Nike and the NSAF here Resources for sexual assault survivors can be found here Follow Olivia Levin on Instagram here Pick up a copy of Olivia’s book “The Story of Us” here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A quartet of guests joins Sarah to discuss the harm that could be done to women’s sports if the “Protect College Sports Act” becomes law. NWSLPA executive director Meghann Burke, Senior Advisor & Legal Counsel for the WNBPA Erin Drake, Maryland basketball’s Oluchi Okananwa, and LSU basketball’s Jada Williams unpack the history of how we got here, why this bill would be disastrous for women’s sports, and their solution for fixing the college athletic landscape. Plus, queens of the diamond, Friday Flowers, and a shootout spells the end for the U.S. Find contact information for your Senators here The UCAA website is here Read Michael Voepel's story about WNBA playoff possibilities here The Jeff Kassouf's story about Vlatko Andonovski’s move to Chicago here Read the Defector article about NWSL complaints here The Wheelchair Basketball World Championships schedule is here The Athlos website is here Check out the Upshot League expansion teams here and here The Women’s Sports Foundation’s information post about Hispanic Heritage Month is here Check out the latest stories from Drafted here Peek inside a few WNBA players’ homes with Architectural Digest here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Midge Purce joins Sarah ahead of International Equal Pay Day to discuss her own role in the fight for equal pay, Gotham’s success this season and her podcast “Confessions of an Elite Athlete.” The pair also reflect on their shared experience at one of Gloria Steinem’s Talking Circles and the responsibility they feel to carry on her work. Plus, we’re SO back, takin’ ‘em to court, and we’ve got a mind reader on our hands. Listen to Midge Purce’s show “Confessions of an Elite Athlete” here Read the Louisville Courier-Journal’s story about Savannah DeMelo here, and Jeff Kassouf’s reporting on the topic here Check out Savannah DeMelo’s Instagram post here The WNBA schedule is here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Citrus jumps on the show to react to a week of headline-making stories in the sports world, from the athletes speaking out about Sydney Sweeney’s latest brand deal to Caitlin Clark’s finger-wagging, and a cackle-fest that brought back memories of the U.S. men’s Olympic hockey team debacle. Plus, table stakes, a World Cup request, and Marla Hooch – what a hitter! Find out how to watch the Toronto Tempo’s ESPN Original Series here Read what Jane McManus wrote about Sydney Sweeney in The Guardian here Find out how to watch the WPBL playoffs here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington Mystics head coach Sydney Johnson joins Sarah to discuss coaching one of the youngest rosters in the WNBA, his viral post-game celebrations, outperforming expectations, and leading a playoff-bound team without an established superstar. Plus, all aboard, close the door, and a round of applause up north. Check out the Orlando Pride’s “Bandawagon” video celebrating Barba Banda’s contract extension here Follow the young players of the Washington Mystics – Lauren Betts is here, Kiki Iriafen is here, Sonia Citron is here, and Cotie McMahon is here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Professional distance runner Jess McClain joins Sarah to discuss how she handled getting led off course while in the lead at the U.S. Half Marathon Championships earlier this year, why working two “normal” jobs helps her thrive as an athlete, and goals for her upcoming races, including the World Road Running Championships later this week. Plus, the five-peat is complete, celebrating a career grand slam, and there’s no offseason for pucks and gay shit. Watch Jennifer Kupcho’s epic putt here Check out Ottawa Charge teammates Emma Greco and Michela Cava’s engagement photos here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Irish boxer, podcaster and agency executive Sarah Cunningham joins Sarah to discuss finding her way into the ring later in life, getting inspired by Irish legend Katie Taylor, Taylor’s epic last fight and how she changed women’s boxing for generations to come, and why Cunningham’s own boxing career has a ticking clock on it. Plus, the FIBA World Cup championship nears, vows that moved from one track to another, and a partnership you can bet has us asking questions. Read Jeff Kassouf’s ESPN article on the future of the NWSL’s Racing Louisville here Listen to Sarah Cunningham’s podcast here Read more about AUSL’s Kelly Maxwell here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Veteran hoops reporter Doug Feinberg joins Sarah from Berlin to discuss the ongoing FIBA Women’s World Cup, how this year’s competition is different than the four previous World Cups he’s covered, why he thinks Team USA benefited from their near-loss to Italy, and what Paige Bueckers was really saying to China’s 7-foot-3 Zhang Ziyu. Plus, the puck drops everywhere, pack your mittens, and a lot of track with a little field. Read all of Doug’s reporting here, and check out his recent interview with Caitlin Clark here Results from the FIBA World Cup can be found here The schedule for the World Athletics Ultimate Championship can be found here Check out Kelsie Whitmore’s Instagram post here Enter the Mt. Joy x Gotham FC sweepstakes collab here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Citrus jumps on the pod to discuss the news that Cathy Engelbert is stepping down as WNBA commissioner at the end of the year. They get into the factors that make it difficult to give her tenure an official grade, discuss the legacy she’ll leave behind, and start brainstorming the right person to take over the job. Plus, a quarter here, a quarter there, dive bombing to a historic low, and questions swirl in Kansas City. The WPBL schedule is here Read David Berri’s article on Cathy Engelbert here And read Nancy Armour’s op-ed on Engelbert’s tenure here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Award-winning filmmakers Matt Hamachek & Erica Sashin join Sarah to talk about their new docuseries THE DYNASTY: UCONN HUSKIES, out now on Apple TV. They discuss how they decided which eras of UConn history to spend the most time on, Paige Bueckers' honesty discussing her return from injury, Geno Auriemma's many rivalries, and why they think he hasn’t yet walked away from the game despite threatening retirement many times. Check out Sarah’s photos with Geena Davis and Penny Marshall here Watch THE DYNASTY: UCONN HUSKIES here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bex Smith, founder and CEO of Crux Football, a women-focused multi-club ownership group, joins Sarah to discuss going from soccer player to founder, the differences between women’s footie in the U.S. and in Europe, why former players need to be in the owner’s suite, and the pitch that got Sarah to invest. Plus, gunning for a fifth straight, the enduring legacy of Gloria Steinem, and Kim Mulkey f—ed around and found out. Tickets for the Unrivaled games in Brooklyn can be found here The FIBA Women’s World Cup schedule is here The US Open schedule is here The Montpellier FC website is here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stand-up comic Alaina Bamfield joins Sarah to share how she turned the unthinkable — being sexually abused by disgraced doctor and serial sex offender Larry Nassar — into “Untouchable,” her new comedy special. They discuss her background in wrestling and cheerleading, how a podcast episode inspired her to try stand-up, and the feedback she’s received from women who have survived similar trauma. Plus, wheels up, the phenom drawing crowds to the court, a new era begins in Los Angeles, and Women’s Sports Foundation CEO Danette Leighton sounds the alarm on NCAA sports. Watch Alaina’s special here Follow Alaina on Instagram here Read Abigail Segel’s story about Esther González’s move to Saudi Arabia here The US Open schedule is here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the 2nd edition of Big Citrus & Chill, aka the Good Game with Sarah Spain Movie Club! In honor of the inaugural season of the Women’s Professional Baseball League, Alex, Bianca and Sarah watched (or re-watched) the 1992 hit “A League of Their Own.” They unpack how the film remembers and honors the real-life All-American Girls Baseball League, the gendered expectations for female athletes that continue to resonate today, and the minor characters they totally forgot stole the show. And of course, the trio dives into the long-standing debate about the dropped ball. Read about how the WNBA used to provide makeup and fashion lessons during rookie orientation here Read the 2013 Elle story that includes Brittney Griner's reaction to the makeup session here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Award-winning documentary filmmaker Mary Mazzio and former sailor and Olympic rower Amy Baltzell join Sarah to discuss the new documentary, Mighty Mary, which covers the first-ever all-women's crew to compete for the America's Cup sailing competition. Mary and Amy share how the film came to be, what it took to get Hugh Jackman and Elizabeth Banks to narrate, and the surprisingly thoughtful insight that their former male competitors brought to the documentary. Plus, move over strawberries and cream and mint juleps. Find a list of “Mighty Mary” screenings here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Simmons University introducing the first-ever master’s degree focused on the business and leadership of women’s sports, Sarah speaks to Dean Astrid Sheil and Professor Justine Pouravelis about how the school’s history makes it uniquely positioned to launch the program, what the curriculum will focus on, and which friend of the show is their dream guest lecturer. Plus, getting to a grand, go put your records on, and life imitating art. Watch the Questlove x Nike video celebrating Masai Russell’s world record here Read Jeff Kassouf’s story about the Boston Legacy’s stadium struggles here Pick up a copy of Sarah’s book “Runs in the Family” here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WNBA veteran and Seattle Storm center Stef Dolson joins Sarah to discuss what she wants to get out of her final years in the league, why it’s so important to have WNBA fans who actually know and love the game, the type of leadership she wants to see from Cathy Engelbert and Adam Silver moving forward, and how she handles talking to teammates about contentious issues. Plus, bench pointers, dreaming of another ‘chip, and bracing for the lead. Check out Richard Cohen’s WNBA “maths” on Bluesky here Watch Lauren Gregory’s YouTube channel here Find women’s sports near you with the new Watch Women’s Sports IRL website here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tennis star-turned-coach-and-podcaster Rennae Stubbs joins Sarah to talk about how she first learned Serena Williams might be considering a comeback, her experience coaching Serena to return to play, and what she’s seen from the GOAT’s first few matches back. Rennae also shares her favorites for the US Open women’s singles draw and weighs in on the player protests over revenue share. Plus, the final golden ticket, we could’ve seen THAT coming, and Spikes Under the Lights. Listen to the Rennae Stubbs Tennis Podcast here Read Julia Poe’s story on the Sky’s decision to ban Enes Kantor Freedom here Read Jerry Brewer’s column on why Kantor Freedom’s actions are doing anything but protect women here Learn more about the history of the UTMB here and here And watch the livestream of this year’s UTMB races here Check out the Minnesota Aurora job posting here Listen to the podcast “Dolly Parton’s America” here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Citrus unpacks Sarah’s trip to Portland for the Epicenter of Women’s Sports Conference. They discuss takeaways from Sarah’s commissioner’s panel, hear details about the new practice facility that the NWSL’s Portland Thorns will share with the WNBA’s Portland Fire, and chat about the birth of a new mascot. Plus, some questionable personal matters, trouble on the diamond, and yet another reminder that some men need to make everything about them. Read the Defector article on the WPBL here And read the AP’s reporting on Mina Kim’s legal filing here Watch Sportico’s video asking people to name five WNBA players here Check out Hal Hershfelt and Kaylie Collins’ drag looks here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Author Julie Kliegman joins Sarah to talk about their new book “Finding Renée Richards: The Groundbreaking Story of Tennis’s Trans Pioneer.” They discuss how a fact-checking question changed a major part of the book, the one topic Julie wishes they had pushed Renée on for more answers, and how much author and subject differ in how they view trans identities. Plus, who wore Ellie best, don’t stop here, and friend trips and gay shit. Buy Julie’s new book “Finding Renée Richards” here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Five-time Paralympic medalist Brenna Huckaby joins Sarah to talk about how she became a winter sports athlete despite growing up in Louisiana, why she can’t help but be outspoken, how she handled being a teen mom while keeping her Paralympic dream alive, and the difference between being kind and being nice. Plus, double trouble, Ashley Sanchez shines, and Natasha Cloud reads ‘em for filth. Check out Sydney Taylor’s game-winning three-pointer here Read Jenny Simpson’s full update on her health here Follow Brenna on Instagram here Follow Culxtured on Instagram here And follow Brenna’s Culxtured co-founders here, here, and here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Storm players Awa Fam and Dominique Malonga join Sarah to talk about the present and future of their young, rebuilding team. They talk about starting their professional careers in their teens, the biggest culture shocks of playing and living in the U.S., balancing playing for their WNBA and national teams, and a speed round of fits, foods and courtside faves. Plus, call me a florist, please return the favor, and app-solutely overdue. Listen to Sarah on Abby Wambach, Julie Foudy, and Billie Jean King’s “Welcome to the Party” podcast here The NCAA women’s volleyball schedule is here Learn more about the Bet on Her women’s sports app here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kentucky volleyball head coach Craig Skinner and senior outside hitter Brooklyn DeLeye join Sarah ahead of the first serve of the season. They discuss why saying no can be more important than saying yes, the off-court skills Brooklyn is looking to hone this season, the correct pronunciation of volleyball’s back row defensive specialist, and where to sit at a game if you want to learn more about the sport. Plus, these stars are Golden, who could possibly fill the spot, and the latest edition of “sports and gay shit.” Watch Tabitha Chawinga’s goal against Algeria at WAFCON here Read Boardroom’s full story on Nneka Ogwumike’s retirement here The WNBA schedule is here The Cincinnati Open schedule is here The WPBL schedule is here Read the VANDERQUIGS newsletter from Charting Hoops here Read more about the NCAA’s new age-based eligibility rule here, here, and here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of Sarah's birthday yesterday, producer Bianca’s birthday last week, and producer Alex’s half birthday on the 17th, the Good Game team does a special Big Citrus birthday episode. They discuss their top highlights from the last year, set goals for their next journey around the sun, and go deep on the difference between openness and vulnerability. Plus, Sarah gives Alex and Bianca a pop quiz, and they answer your ask-us-anything questions. Be warned — there’s a lot of chard talk. You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. Women’s National Team and Chelsea FC forward Alyssa Thompson joins Sarah to talk about her decision to sign across the pond in the WSL, leaving her sister Gisele behind at Angel City, and her goals looking ahead to the 2027 Women’s World Cup and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Plus, returning with a banger, shipping out of Boston, and fellow bi-furrious folks rejoice - a new mascot has arrived just in time for Sarah’s birthday! In honor of Sarah’s birthday, you can donate to Athlete Ally here and Trans Equality here Check out Sydney Leroux’s Maleficent costume to mark her return to Angel City FC here Watch Caiya Hanks score her first goal since her return from an ACL injury here… And see Hanks and Olivia Moultrie’s sweet embrace here Read Katie Barnes’ recent ESPN profile of Angel Reese here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weightlifting Olympic champion Olivia Reeves joins Sarah to discuss how her CrossFit parents got her into the sport, the difference between power lifting, body building, and weight lifting, the obstacles she faced en route to Olympic glory, and what her plans are for LA 2028 – and beyond. Plus, crowns all around, an iconic win-streak is no more, and a reminder to always find your seat in time for kickoff. Check out the Phoenix Mercury’s jersey retirement celebration for Diana Taurasi here Watch the speeches from the Naismith Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony here Check out the Women’s Sports Foundation’s “Built To Move” mini-report here, and the full report here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Golden State Valkyries standout Veronica Burton joins Sarah to talk about her breakout season last year, believing in herself during her lean years in the league, coach Natalie Nakase’s ‘no a-holes’ policy, and the magic of Ballhalla. Plus, a “well, duh” kind of statement, a 16-year streak continues, and an annoying reminder that we still have to consider the men. Our favorite women’s sports calendar is here Read Brian Hamilton’s story for The Athletic on the Valkyries’ success here Check out some of the shoes for the Seattle Storm’s Kicks for Equality event here, here, and here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big Citrus embarks on a journey to determine which U.S. city is the “epicenter” of women’s sports. Is it about the number of pro teams? The loyalty of the fans? A glut of hometown talent? Straight up vibes? Sarah, Bianca and Alex break it down! They’ve spent the last few months gathering votes and comments from Slices so they’ll factor those in, take into account their own experiences, and then crown the official “epicenter.” Plus, this feels like a lot, that’s one way to make a statement, and who doesn’t love a rivalry? The National Bank Open schedule is here Read Maggie Hendricks’ story about the impact of the new WNBA developmental spots here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Athletic’s Tamerra Griffin joins Sarah for the fourth installment of our series, “Built By Women: The Story of Soccer in the U.S.” Tamerra discusses what fans can expect in the lead-up to the 2027 Women’s World Cup, breaks down the qualification process and possibilities, provides her biggest locks and question marks on the current U.S. Women's National Team roster, and predicts which other nations are likely to be contenders. Finally, she assigns a little homework (Slicework, if you will) to help us all be better, more informed soccer fans. “Built By Women: The Story of Soccer in the U.S.” was inspired by the FIFA Men’s World Cup — ‘cause you know Big Citrus was watching and thinking about the *women’s* national team (the one with FOUR stars on their jersey!). Unlike pretty much any other country in the world, the United States fell in love with footie primarily through women – through the success of the ‘96 Olympic gold medalists, the ‘99ers, and all of our truly global superstar women players. So with next summer’s FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics in two years, we thought it was a good time to trace the roots of the beautiful game here in the United States. Subscribe to Full Time here and read Tamerra Griffin’s reporting here Listen to the first episode of “Built By Women: The Story of Soccer in the U.S.” with Heidi Smith here… And the second episode of the series with Sarah Gregorius here… And the third episode with Jessica Berman here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2026 Women’s Decathlon World Championships winner Camryn Newton-Smith and decathlon pioneer and event founder Lauren Kuntz join Sarah to discuss Newton-Smith's winning weekend, the battle to get women’s decathlon into the Olympics, and why this year’s event almost didn’t happen (for the dumbest possible reason, because of the dumbest possible person, because we live in the dumbest possible timeline). Plus, the Onyx make it two, Chawinga-ing into the World Cup, and the fastest three goals in NWSL history. Follow Lauren Kuntz here Follow Camryn Newton-Smith here Follow the Women’s Decathlon Instagram account here The Women’s Elite Rugby (WER) Instagram account is here The Women’s Professional Baseball League (WPBL) Instagram account is here Check out Breanna Stewart’s Ted Lasso experience here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social The WNBA schedule is here The AUSL schedule is here The NCAA basketball schedule can be found here The NWSL schedule can be found here The PWHL schedule can be found here The Unrivaled schedule can be found here The NCAA hockey schedule can be found here The LOVB schedule can be found here Find the PVF schedule here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah sat down with WNBA legends Sheryl Swoopes and Ticha Penicheiro, and former WNBA president Donna Orender during WNBA All-Star Weekend. They discussed the highs and lows of the early days of the WNBA, how they’d tackle the job of commissioner, and why the league and players need to be united in taking charge of the narrative around the W. Plus, Chelsea Daggers, the Tour de France Femmes celebrates its first two-time winner, and taking an ‘L’ from the one who got away. The full clip from “Unsupervised with Syd and TP” can be found here Watch Liam cheer for the Valkyries here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Connecticut Sun assistant coach Roneeka Hodges joins Sarah to discuss how the team and staff are handling the franchise’s final season in Connecticut, what it was like getting her first win as acting head coach earlier this year, the lack of Black women head coaches in the W, and the legends on speed dial that she’s always learning from. Plus, the 12 athletes gunning for a fifth straight, these bats are on top, and one small leap to worlds. The AUSL All-Star Cup schedule is here Check out slice Elana’s analysis of WNBA pride games here Read The Gist’s summary of the WER ban on trans athletes here Check out the “Let Them Play” project here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

North Carolina Courage and Canadian national team goalie Kailen Sheridan joins Sarah to discuss what really happened during her final few months at the San Diego Wave, how the Courage welcomed her to the squad and made her feel valued, what the team needs to do to stay in the playoff hunt, and how Team Canada is preparing for major upcoming international competitions in the wake of 2024's Dronegate. Plus, signing to retire, a debut for one hooper, and New York hopes to find new heights. Follow Kailen Sheridan on Instagram here and watch her “Buddy the Elf” impersonation here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor and writer Brendan Hunt – aka Coach Beard – joins Sarah to celebrate the Season 4 premiere of ‘Ted Lasso.’ They discuss the decision to focus on a women’s club this season, celebrity cameos and Easter eggs, how the hell Hunt found himself introducing the Biebs during the FIFA Men’s World Cup halftime show, and why the Beatles mean so much to him. Also: a speed round of lesser-known facts about Hunt’s Lasso castmates, and Malala Yousafzai’s got a theory about the show. Plus, showing off in a new home, Fouts gets outs, and decoupling-and-then-doubling-up-the-double-doubles. Follow Brendan Hunt on Instagram here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman joins Sarah for the third installment of our new series, “Built By Women: The Story of Soccer in the U.S.” They discuss the present and future of the league at this pivotal moment, the implementation of the controversial HIP rule, and why Jessica believes the rule is benefitting the league. Plus, the role the NWSL plays in preparing players for their national teams, and why Jessica prioritizes building trust with the players in her league. “Built By Women: The Story of Soccer in the U.S.” was inspired by the FIFA Men’s World Cup — ‘cause you know Big Citrus was watching and thinking about the *women’s* national team (the one with FOUR stars on their jersey!). Unlike pretty much any other country in the world, the United States fell in love with footie primarily through women – through the success of the ‘96 Olympic gold medalists, the ‘99ers, and all of our truly global superstar women players. So with next summer’s FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics in two years, we thought it was a good time to trace the roots of the beautiful game here in the United States. Stay tuned for more episodes in the series over the coming weeks! Listen to the first episode of our series “Built By Women: The Story of Soccer in the U.S.” with Heidi Smith here… And the second episode of the series with Sarah Gregorius here Read more about Sophie Grant’s Via Alpina accomplishment here and here You can now WATCH Sarah’s interviews! Subscribe to @iHeartWomensSports on YouTube and check out the Good Game playlist here Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com Follow Sarah on social! Bluesky: @sarahspain.com Instagram: @Spain2323 Follow producer Alex Azzi! Bluesky: @byalexazzi.bsky.social Instagram: @AzziArtwork Follow producer Bianca Hillier! Bluesky: @biancahillier.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.