Women’s Sports Weekly

The NWSL playoffs are here, and we're talking all things women's soccer with a very special guest! ⚽ We are joined by women's soccer content creator Mal Dupuis (@MalWoSo) to break down the NWSL, from championship contenders and clutch playoff performers to underrated players every fan should know. We discuss Gotham FC's postseason potential, the Utah Royals' turnaround, and ri...

The WNBA has a new champion, and history was made! 🏆 We break down the first-ever Game 7 in WNBA Finals history as the Golden State Valkyries defeat the Atlanta Dream to capture a championship in just their second season. We’re celebrating Gabby Williams’ historic Finals MVP performance, debating what’s next for both franchises, and looking ahead to the WNBA Draft Lottery and offseason moves. Plu...

🎃 It’s spooky season at Women’s Sports Weekly, and we’re bringing you our Halloween Episode! We break down the latest women’s sports news in full Halloween costume, from the 2026 NCAA women’s basketball preseason rankings and the NWSL’s new high-impact player rule to Team USA vs. Canada women’s hockey and F1 Academy champion Alisha Palmowski. Plus, the WNBA Finals are heating up between the Golde...

The WNBA Finals are underway, the NWSL playoff race is heating up, and roller derby just crowned a new world champion! 🏆 We break down the Golden State Valkyries Game 1 win over the Atlanta Dream, including Gabby Williams’ 26-point performance and what the Dream need to change to even the series. Plus, we’re diving into the NWSL playoff picture, celebrating Australia’s roller derby takeover, and...

The WNBA Finals are set, and we’re getting a historic matchup between the Golden State Valkyries and the Atlanta Dream! 🏆 Carolyn and Kate break down the Golden State Valkyries’ stunning sweep of the defending champion Las Vegas Aces and the Atlanta Dream’s return to the Finals for the first time since 2013. We’re talking key matchups, Angel Reese’s championship potential, Finals MVP predictions,...

It is Kate’s first official episode 🎉 In her first episode as co-host of Women’s Sports Weekly, Kate and Carolyn dive into the first round of the WNBA playoffs, the Liberty’s historic upset over the Lynx, the Valkyries’ “scary hours,” postseason awards, and the PWHL’s upcoming home openers. Then, get to know Kate in long form: her journey into women’s sports, her favorite teams, her love of F1, a...

It’s the end of an era at Women’s Sports Weekly. 💜 In Danielle’s final episode as co-host, we celebrate everything she helped build over nearly three years, from Unrivaled and the Final Four to the women’s sports community that grew around the podcast. Carolyn and Danielle look back on their favorite memories, biggest “holy shit” moments, podcast lore, and what they’ve learned from creating WSW t...

The WNBA playoffs are almost here, the NWSL playoff race is heating up, and the Connecticut Sun are saying goodbye to Connecticut. This week on Women’s Sports Weekly, we recap the Denver Summit’s huge 2-1 win over the Seattle Reign and break down the WNBA playoff picture heading into the postseason. Then, we’re joined by women’s sports creator Kate Owens (@NotKateSports) for a deep dive into the C...

The US Women’s Basketball Team is FIBA World Cup champion AGAIN 🏆, Elena Rybakina is the new US Open champ, and we’re officially entering our tennis era. 🎾 This week on Women’s Sports Weekly, we break down Rybakina’s first US Open title, her rise to world No. 1, and the record $5.5 million payday. Plus, Team USA comes back from a 14-point deficit to beat France and win its fifth straight FIBA Wo...

The US Open gave us tennis, drama, celebrity sightings, and one very expensive reality check. 🎾 This week on Women’s Sports Weekly, we’re breaking down our real-life US Open experience, including the influencer controversy taking over tennis. Should content creators be taught proper tennis etiquette, or should they already know the rules? We’re also talking Cathy Engelbert stepping down as WNBA c...

The WNBA playoff teams are officially set, and we’re breaking down the biggest storylines heading into the postseason, from DeWanna Bonner joining the Atlanta Dream to the teams we think could make a championship run. We’re also talking WNBA harassment and the growing political distractions surrounding women’s sports. Plus, Unrivaled’s massive valuation jump, the return of NCAA volleyball, Nebrask...

WNBA mascots, a missing championship trophy, and one unforgettable weekend in Chicago. This week on Women’s Sports Weekly, we break down Sydney Leroux’s emotional return to the NWSL, Nneka Ogwumike’s WNBA retirement, the 2027 WNBA All-Star Weekend heading to San Francisco, and the mysterious disappearance of the PWHL Walter Cup. Then we take you behind the scenes of our Chicago weekend, including...

It’s another big week in women’s sports! 🏀🏆 We break down the Indiana Fever’s Rivalry Week win over the Dallas Wings, Caitlin Clark’s historic 700-assist milestone, Paige Bueckers’ 29-point performance, and Ty Harris’ perfect 5-for-5 night from three. Plus, the first-ever Women’s Lacrosse League champion is crowned, Cameroon makes history at WAFCON, and Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, and Cha...

We’re back from vacation and diving into the biggest stories in women’s sports: Kelsey Plum heads to Phoenix, Aneesah Morrow lands in Toronto, and Betnijah Laney-Hamilton finds a new home in Washington. Plus, Gotham FC keeps rolling, and Chelsea Gray hits not one, but TWO clutch threes to stun the Indiana Fever. It’s a packed week in women’s sports, so let’s get into it. 🏀⚽️ If you rate Women’s...

We're taking a much-needed vacation, but that doesn't mean we're skipping an episode! This week, we're playing Women's Sports Weekly Would You Rather and building our ultimate fantasy scenarios. From courtside WNBA Finals vs. the World Cup Final, to the athletes we'd start a franchise with, invite to pizza night, trust with the game on the line, and bring as our ESPYs date,...

The WNBA All-Star Weekend delivered everything: Azzi Fudd made history, Jonquel Jones earned MVP, Elena Delle Donne had fans dreaming of a comeback, and the StudBudz livestream gave us all the behind-the-scenes drama. We also break down the Utah Talons' Athletes Unlimited Softball championship and discuss the WTA's controversial new genetic testing policy ahead of the 2028 Olympics. Plus, our favo...

Lindsey Heaps makes her long-awaited Denver Summit debut, the WNBA hands down a suspension after Sandy Brondello’s racially insensitive comments about Angel Reese, and WNBA All-Star Weekend is finally here. This week, we're breaking down Denver Summit's thrilling 2-1 win over the Portland Thorns, why Lindsey Heaps instantly changed the team's ceiling, and what it's like experiencin...

This week, we're breaking down Linda Nosková's thrilling first Wimbledon title, the Dallas Wings' electric win over the Toronto Tempo, and the record-breaking WNBA crowd in Montreal. We also celebrate the Women's Professional Baseball League's inaugural team names and spotlight the Women's Elite Rugby players taking a stand for inclusion. Plus, Danielle recaps her 5K race (...

This week on Women's Sports Weekly, we're breaking down one of the biggest upsets in track and field as Nikki Hiltz defeats Faith Kipyegon at the Prefontaine Classic in the mile. We also discuss what Serena Williams' Wimbledon comeback means after four years away from singles competition, plus all the chaos unfolding at Wimbledon as the world's top players continue to fall. In the...

Pride weekend may have left us exhausted, but the women's sports world never takes a break. This week, we recap our Denver Pride adventures (including a stolen Pride flag and an unforgettable drag brunch) before diving into the biggest stories in women's sports. We break down the biggest NWSL transfer moves, including Ally Sentnor to Angel City, Lily Reale to Boston Legacy, and Sam Kerr&#3...

Women’s sports are booming, but what comes next? This week, we sat down with Thayer Lavielle, Managing Director of The Collective at The Team, to break down the business behind the biggest growth story in sports. From WNBA and NWSL investment to media rights, fan behavior, and why equity doesn’t mean equality, Thayer shares the insights shaping the future of women’s sports. We also dive into why w...

This week on Women’s Sports Weekly, we make a shocking confession: we watched men’s sports. Between the New York Knicks mania and the buzz around the World Cup, can you really blame us? Don’t worry, women’s sports are still the main character. Danielle finally watched Bend It Like Beckham, and yes, there are spoilers. We discuss whether the iconic film still hits and our hope for a re-make. Then w...

This week on Women's Sports Weekly, we're breaking down the complicated (and slightly chaotic) PWHL expansion process as four new teams prepare to join the league. We explain the expansion phases, what they mean for roster building, and highlight notable moves involving Britta Curl and Alina Müller. We recap the USWNT's trip to Brazil, where a goal from Sophia Wilson, her first interna...

On this episode of Women’s Sports Weekly, we break down the Montreal Victoire winning the Walter Cup, Marie-Philip Poulin earning Playoff MVP honors, and the championship celebration that took over Montreal. We also dive into the Golden State Valkyries upset win over the Indiana Fever, plus Caitlin Clark becoming the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 500 career assists. Then it's all abo...

ESPN analyst Andraya Carter joins Women’s Sports Weekly for a candid conversation about leadership, basketball, and broadcasting. Andraya takes us back to her powerhouse days at Buford High School, the lessons she learned under legendary coach Gene Durden, and what it was really like being recruited to University of Tennessee by iconic coach Pat Summitt. She opens up about transitioning from athle...