Life of a Soccer Girl

She didn’t start. She didn’t play. She just stayed ready. In this episode of Life of a Soccer Girl , Evie tells the story of Claudia Dickey’s rise from backup goalkeeper to NWSL MVP and U.S. Women’s National Team player . From sitting on the bench for an entire professional season to stepping into the spotlight when it mattered most, Claudia’s journey is about patience, resilience, and being ready...

n this episode of Life of a Soccer Girl , Evie tells the story of Megan Rapinoe’s journey to the top of women’s soccer — and everything it took to get there. From growing up in California and overcoming family hardship, to battling multiple ACL injuries , Rapinoe’s path was anything but easy. But through resilience, confidence, and a refusal to stay quiet, she became one of the most influential pl...

What's it like to have a sister who's just 13 months older than you and plays the same sport? To be on the same teams, go to the same clubs, sign with the same pro team? To make history together but also get compared constantly? Gisele Thompson is 19 years old and one of the highest-paid players in the NWSL. She and her sister Alyssa became the first siblings to start together in an NWSL game and...

Mia Hamm played for the U.S. Women's National Team for 17 years. She won two World Cups and two Olympic gold medals. She scored 158 international goals. But here's what I keep thinking about: for most of her career, there was no professional league. No endorsement deals. No sold-out stadiums. She played when almost no one was watching. In this episode, I'm talking about what it must have been like...

Most players spend their entire career mastering one position. Avery Patterson has played six. From central midfielder to center back to right wing to right back, she's reinvented herself at every level of soccer. In this episode, I'm talking about the Houston Dash MVP who went from second-round draft pick to NWSL Best XI in just two seasons — and how she scored two goals in an NCAA championship f...

Trinity Rodman just became the highest-paid player in women's soccer history. But her journey to that $2 million contract started in places most people don't talk about — including living in a car with her mom and brother. In this episode, I'm diving into Trinity's story: the childhood struggles, the fearless playing style, the injuries she's fought through, and why she recently opened up about he...

Naomi Girma doesn’t need the spotlight to make an impact — her calm, intelligence, and consistency speak for themselves. In this episode of Life of a Soccer Girl , Evie dives into the story of Naomi Girma , one of the best defenders in the world. From her early days playing soccer with her family to captaining Stanford to a national championship, becoming the No. 1 overall NWSL draft pick, and win...

In this episode of Life of a Soccer Girl, host Evie introduces Alyssa Thompson, a young soccer player who embodies confidence and fearlessness on the field. Evie shares insights into Alyssa's early life, her remarkable speed, and her experiences playing on a boys' team, which contributed to her development as a player. The conversation highlights the importance of confidence and training in youth...

Sam Coffey may not always be the loudest or flashiest player on the field, but she’s one of the most important. In this episode of Life of a Soccer Girl , Evie breaks down why Sam Coffey is the kind of player every team needs. From her journey through college soccer to becoming a captain for the Portland Thorns and a trusted midfielder for the U.S. Women’s National Team, Sam’s story is all about c...

Confidence isn’t something you’re born with — it’s something you build. In this episode of Life of a Soccer Girl , Evie shares the story of Sophia Wilson , one of the most exciting forwards in the world. From growing up in Colorado to becoming the first player born in the 2000s to represent the U.S. Women’s National Team, Sophia’s journey is filled with big goals, tough moments, and powerful comeb...

Lindsey Heaps isn’t always the loudest or flashiest player on the field — but she’s one of the most important. In this episode of Life of a Soccer Girl , Evie shares the story of Lindsey Horan , a Colorado-grown soccer star who took an uncommon path to the top. From playing for Colorado Rush (just like Evie!) to skipping college and moving to France at a young age, Lindsey’s journey is all about c...

Hope Solo is often called the greatest female goalkeeper of all time — but her story is about more than just amazing saves and gold medals. In this episode of Life of a Soccer Girl , Evie takes a deep dive into the life and career of Hope Solo , a player who completely changed how the goalkeeper position is played. From starting out as a striker to becoming a World Cup and Olympic champion, Hope’s...

What does it take to dream big — and actually make those dreams come true? In this episode of Life of a Soccer Girl , Evie dives into the incredible story of Alex Morgan , one of the most famous strikers in women’s soccer history. From playing multiple sports as a kid to scoring goals on the world’s biggest stages, Alex’s journey is filled with hard work, setbacks, comebacks, and unforgettable mom...

What does it take to become one of the greatest soccer players of all time? In the very first episode of Life of a Soccer Girl , Evie kicks things off with the incredible story of Abby Wambach — a player who didn’t just score goals, she changed the game. From playing on a boys’ team at just nine years old to flying through the air for one of the most famous headers in U.S. Women’s National Team hi...

Ever wonder what your favorite women’s soccer players are really like—on and off the field? Welcome to Life of a Soccer Girl , the podcast hosted by Evie, a young soccer superfan who brings you the coolest stories, fun facts, and behind-the-scenes moments from the world of the US Women’s National Team. Each week, Evie dives into the life of a different player—how they grew up, how they trained, th...