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HEY SPIRITS

A podcast covering all things about the Washington Spirit. The 2021 NWSL Champions are the only professional women"s soccer team in the DMV area and we"re going to bring you match previews, reviews, interviews, analysis, community chatter, and everything else. Follow us to follow one of the most exciting teams in the NWSL!

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00:42:12

BONUS: "We want players to have autonomy over their...

HEY SPIRITS ·

2024/09/06

In this special episode, Annie, Ella & André welcome Washington Spirit forward Ashley Hatch back on the pod!Ashley Hatch was part of the bargaining committee that solidified a second landmark NWSL CBA. She tells us what negotiations were like, when and where it got contentious, why the players fought for such big changes, and tells a great story about a mic drop moment that helped secure a major win. We also chat with her about The Ditto Podcast, a new show she cohosts once a week, plus her

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00:44:08

Frustration, finishing and free agency [Wave Match...

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2024/09/03

Annie, Ella & André discuss a very frustrating 1-1 draw in San Diego. We discuss Croix Bethune, missed chances, and Naomi Girma being in the way. It wasn't all bad though, we also chat about some bright spots, including Trinity Rodman having a terrific game. Then we dive into free agency from a Spirit perspective, and discuss all the players who could be gone before next season. We also discuss the upcoming match versus Portland, and where the Spirit might find success, and hopefully three

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00:54:27

We can't stop talking about Spirits v. Current [Match...

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2024/08/27

Annie, Ella & André are full of thoughts, observations and opinions after the Spirit's 4-1 dismantling of the previous #2 team in the league.We dissect key moments from the game, starting with the XI, which featured the return of the USWNT gold medalists, Leicy Santos making her NWSL debut, and Paige Metayer at right back! We talk about the goals, the swapping of positions, Metayer's player of the match performance, Trinity Rodman's left foot, Croix Bethune tying a record, and

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00:40:51

THE SPIRITS ARE BACK [Arsenal Review + KC Current...

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2024/08/21

Annie, Ella & André chat about the Spirit's match with Arsenal, and the subsequent trolling (or maybe not??) from our friends across the pond.We give our first impressions of new Spirits, Leicy Santos and Rosemonde Kouassi. We also discuss Ashley Hatch's role, and where she might fit in among a crowded forward group. Then we look ahead to the NWSL season restarting by breaking down a massive welcome back with the Kansas City Current coming to town. We discuss what they do well, but also

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00:46:55

Olympic Spirits, Pink Braids, and the Frenchness of...

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2024/08/13

Annie, Ella & André talk about an incredible, and incredibly chaotic, Olympic tournament. We review how the tournament went for all six Spirit players, then discuss the Olympics from the opening ceremony to some of our favorite events! We also check-in on the new Spirits and how different the team might look once they get back to NWSL regular season play. We also discuss the upcoming friendly match versus Arsenal, the USL Super League, and whether some short-term Spirit signings showed enough to

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00:38:33

INTRODUCING ESME MORGAN (w/ Esme Morgan)

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2024/07/30

Ella & André got to chat with one of the Washington Spirit's newest players, defender Esme Morgan!Esme talks to us about her journey into football, her path from boys teams to an academy to the pros, what the Lionesses winning the EUROs meant to England, what drew her to the Washington Spirit, an inside look at all that needs to be done with an int'l player transfer, figuring out her A/C unit, her thoughts on candy corn, and more. Please subscribe, rate, and

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00:59:09

Makenna Morris' buffet style hat trick [Spirit v. Bay...

HEY SPIRITS ·

2024/07/09

Annie, Ella & André review the Spirit's emphatic 3-0 win over Bay FC!It was Jonatan Giráldez's first game, but Makenna Morris stole the show with a buffet style hat trick (goal, assist, earned penalty). We discuss why she was so successful, but Jona said about why she was part of his first NWSL XI. We also get into the Spirit finding a counter to their fullbacks being pushed deeper, plus Aubrey Kingsbury coming up clutch to preserve another clean sheet. Then, we preview the Summer Cup

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00:49:15

Ouchies, 'Frantic' Spirits, and Important Candy Corn...

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2024/06/30

Annie, Ella & André react to the Washington Spirit's 0-1 loss versus North Carolina Courage. Audi still loves Ashley Sanchez, which was great to see, but she also scored the (Aubs-aided) only goal of the game, which was not so great to see!We review what may have gone wrong, and what made it so difficult for the Spirit to generate quality chances. It wasn't all bad though, we also talk about Makenna Morris's return to the pitch, Anaïg Butel's performance, and Tara McKeown

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01:08:24

Spirit Sweep Gotham Series, Jona Giráldez Arrives,...

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2024/06/26

Annie, Ella & André break down the Spirit's second 2-0 win over Gotham! We get into the lineup and goals, plus the red card that altered the match, as well as Aubrey Kingsbury having to work for her clean sheet.Then we highlight some quotes from Jonatan Giráldez's arrival and whirlwind press tour. We discuss the awkward team transition, and his plans to manage his midseason integration with the team. After that, we discuss Trinity Rodman's comments on Korbin Albert that were

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00:24:43

Everything he does is so swaggy (w/ Chloe Ricketts)

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2024/06/24

Annie, Ella & André welcomed Chloe Ricketts to the pod! We talked about how she wasn't good at all at soccer when she first started playing, what went into her rapid improvement, which footballer she loves to watch most, her dog and the amazing story behind her name, teammate superlatives, and of course candy corn. Please subscribe, rate, and review! ==================== Follow Us on Twitter Pod -

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01:00:50

RODMAN IS RIGHT [Spirits v. Wave Match Review +...

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2024/06/18

Annie, Ella & André review the Spirits first draw of the season, and why it felt like so much more. We talk about record attendance, Naomi Girma being incredible, Croix Bethune finding a way to be incredibler, Trinity Rodman having to do the referee's job for her, right back Hal Hershfelt, and a bunch of other Spirits stuff. We also do a mini-preview of this weekend's match with Gotham, who are a much different team than when we last saw (and beat) them. Please subscribe, rate, and

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00:50:15

Ashley Hatch played where + The Summer of Soccer...

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2024/06/11

Annie, Ella & André are back to review the Spirits 1-0 win over Utah Royals. We talk about the interesting lineup choice and Ashley Hatch playing in (yet another) unfamiliar position. We're also really happy for Weezy F. Golazo, but also think more goals are good and a thing we would like to see.Then we get into news about the potential timeline for Jonatan Giráldez and Leicy Santos's arrivals, and discuss the recently announces August matches involving Chelsea FCW and Arsenal WFC @

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00:44:21

Bangers, Breakers, and The Orange Bow (w/ Brittany...

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2024/06/03

It's an international break so Annie & André had the pleasure of sitting down with one of the Spirit's newest players, Brittany Ratcliffe! They talk about her path from dance to softball to soccer, her early days with the Boston Breakers, free agency, choosing the Spirit, scoring bangers, her trademark orange bow (including an excellent detail that shocked us mid-pod), and more! Please subscribe, rate, and review! ==================== Follow Us on Twitter Pod -

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00:55:50

Squidward & John Madden [Spirits v. Reign review,...

HEY SPIRITS ·

2024/05/28

Annie, Ella & André get into lots of Washington Spirit stuff. We recap the 3-2 win over Seattle Reign, and note an interesting second half trend. Then we talk about the unexpected return of United Spirits, and why Hal Hershfelt and Kate Wiesner were called up.After, we discuss the signing of Notre Dame defender Waniya Hudson, and the rumor of former Manchester City player Esme Morgan heading to DC. Also, André forgets his second point and it haunts him for the remainder of the podcast (he

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01:00:36

Goals, golazos, and more hot takes than usual...

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2024/05/21

While recapping Washington Spirit's 4-2 win over Angel City, Annie takes a shot at a superstar, Ella makes a startling confession, and André thinks multiple things are annoying.Please subscribe, rate, and review! ==================== Follow Us on Twitter Pod - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@HeySpirits⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Annie - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@AnneEinDC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ella -

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00:43:13

Meet the Spirit's ESPN 630 broadcast team! (w/ Gaby...

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2024/05/17

We had the pleasure of sitting down with the new ESPN 630 team on the even of their first broadcast! Gaby Vincent, Bram Weinstein and Michael Minnich talk about why this is such an important step for the Washington Spirit (and women's sports overall), and what they'll bring to the broadcast. We also get to know each member of the team, their backgrounds, commentating pet peeves, the potential of Taylor Swift references seeping into broadcasts, and of course their thoughts on candy

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00:50:20

Playing in mud, scoring early, and clinging to all...

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2024/05/13

Annie, Ella & André discuss the Washington Spirit closing out a three-game road trip with a 2-1 win over Racing (Rahsing) Louisville! We discuss what it feels like to be the team scoring early, Aubrey Kingsbury's big penalty (and rebound) save, Savannah DeMelo & The Ref, Kate Wiesner's strong defensive performance, and an unexpected XI helping to hold onto all three points. Please subscribe, rate, and review! ==================== Follow Us on Twitter Pod -

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00:59:50

Trends we don’t like to see [Spirits v. Thorns Match...

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2024/05/07

Annie, Ella & André review an unfortunate 2-1 Spirits loss to Portland Thorns, courtesy of a couple frustrating trends they haven't been able to shake. We identify those trends and why they might be happening, and how the team may approach solving them. It was a frustrating game but there were some highlights, including Lena Silano's first regular season goal and Tara McKeown's progression at center back. Please subscribe, rate, and review! ==================== Follow Us on

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00:42:13

3 Bethune assists, 2 Ratcliffe goals, 1 Spirit win

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2024/05/02

The Spirits beat Chicago 4-2 thanks to Trinity Rodman's first, Ouleye Sarr's third, and a banger of a brace from Brittany Ratcliffe!Immediately after the postgame presser Annie, Ella & André hopped in the studio to react to it all. We talk about the Spirit finding their footing, controlling the game, responding after Chicago's first, and what it all means for the progression of the team so far. Please subscribe, rate, and review! Also, if you would attend a live show at a watch

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00:55:53

Banda'd [Orlando Review | Chicago Preview]

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2024/04/28

Ella & André react to the Spirit's narrow loss to Orlando Pride – well, more accurately, Barbra Banda. The Zambian star made her first NWSL start and showed why she was worth several bags. We discuss what worked and what didn't when defending Banda, the lineup tweak to start Paige Metayer over Ashley Hatch, Ouleye Sarr's perfect self-assessment, Bethune's first assist, and Trinity Rodman seeking her first goal. Then we look ahead to Wednesday's game against the Chicago Red

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